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Social media and journalism: how to effectively reach the public

Sprout Social

Social media and journalism are one and the same these days. Perhaps that’s because over 50% of people rely on social as a news source. That said, social media for journalists can be tricky. 9 best practices of social media and journalism. Put together a professional profile.

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The Power of Prebunking: Managing Disinformation in the Social Media Age

Dave Fleet

As I’ve done so, I’ve found teams grappling with an interesting tension as they manage these issues in today’s social media-driven information environment. One of the main reasons for this shift in approach is the fact that disinformation is often designed to go viral, and can spread rapidly through social networks.

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Older Adults Active On Social Media Are One-Third Less Likely to Suffer From Depression

The Realtime Report

Regular social media use can stave off depression among older users. According to a study by by Shelia Cotton, a sociologist at the University of Alabama, Internet and social media users over the age of 50 may reduce their chances of suffering from depression by one-third compared to those who do not participate in social media.

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The pros and cons of social media

Sprout Social

Ah social media. As social media platforms have changed over the years (RIP, Vine), so too have the pros and cons of social media. Not so long ago, brands and executives were still wondering whether they should be on social media at all. Why social media is good. It’s corn. ??

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Best Practices for Using Social Media Listening to Improve Your Marketing Strategy

Social Media Strategies Summit

Want to know why social media listening should absolutely, 100% be part of your marketing plans right now? Social media listening is the same as this but on a massive scale. What Exactly is Social Media Listening (& Why Should I Care)? 3 Examples of Social Media Listening in Action.

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Industry certification a must for social media career success

Sherrilynne Starkie

But still today, I find it difficult to assess what someone actually knows about social media. I tend to shortlist candidates who possess a degree from a ‘good’ university, including communications, journalism, or business graduates (although I’ve seen some degrees in English and linguistics, too). Social Media Certification.

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The Top 9 Social Media Trends of 2019

Social Media Strategies Summit

2018 was a year of lasting impacts on the social media industry. Even in an industry marked by fast change, 2018 will go down in history as a big year for social media and all of the marketers who use it to sell their products or services. Social Media Trends of 2019 #1. Here are our top 10 trends for 2019.

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