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Updates to Meta Ads Bidding

Jon Loomer

Meta made updates to bidding … When you run a manual purchases campaign, you may now see this message: “Changes to the cost per result goal and ROAS goal bid strategies.” Here are the changes: 1. Updated the Cost Per Result Goal bid strategy to improve conversion volume. You’d use the Cost Per Result Goal to control how much you spend per conversion.

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How to Select the Best Social Media Channels for Your Brand

Ignite Social Media

Deciding which social media platforms to be on can be overwhelming for brands today. With new channels launching and others declining in popularity, how do you know where to focus your efforts? Watch as SVPs Lisa Braziel and Misi McClelland talk about key factors in choosing social platforms with Senior Community Manager, John Wylie. If you’d rather read along, we’ve also summarized the key takeaways on choosing channels for your brand in the article below.

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Pass Dynamic Purchase Value With Meta Events

Jon Loomer

If you pass purchase events to Meta via the pixel and API, you may be aware of a challenge: What do you do when the value of the purchase is variable? Here’s an example of the purchase event code and parameters that you’d use when you know that the price of a product is $147… fbq('track', 'Purchase', { value: 147.00, currency: 'USD' }); This is great when the loading of a specific page (like a confirmation page) means that someone purchased a product for $147.

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The Biggest Social Media Moments of 2023

Social Media Strategies Summit

It’s fair to say 2023 has been a busy year in the social media world. So much has happened that Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter in late 2022 feels like ancient history. So we thought it was a good time to round up some of the biggest social media moments of the last 12 months, from the neverending viral hype train surrounding the Barbie movie to those horrendous big red boots all the influencers wore for approximately two weeks back in February.

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Social Media Automation 101

A beginner's guide to social media automation tools and getting automation right.

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How to Strategically Use Social Media Trends to Boost Your Brand

Ignite Social Media

Social media moves fast. Trends come and go in the blink of an eye. As a social media marketer, it can be tempting to jump on every viral trend in hopes of riding that wave of engagement. However, not all trends are created equal when it comes to brand marketing. In this video, Community Managers AnnE Ford and Dervon Thompson will explore how to identify relevant trends for your brand, when to join in on viral trend conversations, and tips for putting your unique spin on trending topics.

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Musk Tells Advertisers to ‘Go F Yourself,’ Calls X Boycott ‘Blackmail’

Social Media Today

X’s owner apologized for antisemitic posts but bristled over advertisers' response, during an interview on stage at the New York Times DealBook Summit.

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Embrace Change

Jon Loomer

I started this website in 2011. I’ve been running Facebook ads to promote this business since then. The changes I’ve seen… Remember Power Editor? Only the advanced advertisers — and those who wanted to be advanced — used it. Everyone else used the “Self-Serve Ad Tool.” Power Editor had all of the test features before they were mainstream.

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How A Serial Partnership Leader Defines Success w/ Tai Rattigan

The Social Media Hat

Through the first three quarters of 2023 in the U.S., over 170,000 tech workers have been laid off. Now, more than ever, it’s critical for partnership teams to be focused on the right initiatives and have plans in place to measure and demonstrate success. How do we prioritize the right partners? Where are strategic partnerships … The post How A Serial Partnership Leader Defines Success w/ Tai Rattigan appeared first on The Social Media Hat.

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5 Considerations for the Future of X Following Elon’s Anti-Advertiser Comments This Week

Social Media Today

Elon has made his stance on advertisers clear - but will that lead to the end of the platform as we know it?

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Viral Photo Falsely Claims To Show Man Who Stabbed Derek Chauvin

Forbes Social Media

A photo purporting to show John Turscak, the man who recently stabbed Derek Chauvin, has been circulating widely online. But that's actually a businessman from Georgia.

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The Content Marketing Survival Guide: How to Navigate the Wilds of Social Media

Use this guide to inspire your creativity and ignite more successful and sustainable social media conversations.

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Holiday Meta Ad CPM Results

Jon Loomer

What happened to CPMs over the holidays? I talked on a couple of other videos ( here and here ) about how the increase in holiday CPMs is no longer automatic these days. So what happened during the past week? I use the Within Marketing Pulse Dashboard to monitor this and they aggregate ad performance data for their partners. While Instagram CPM increased year over year earlier in November, both Facebook and Instagram CPM were down since Thanksgiving compared to the same days in 2022.

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iKala Unleashes AI Magic with 2 Million Influencers in Southeast Asia

Bill Hartzer

iKala, the Taiwanese powerhouse in AI transformation solutions, has just turned up the heat on influencer marketing with a massive expansion of its AI influencer platform, KOL Radar. The company’s latest feat includes an impressive influx of Southeast Asian influencer profiles and strategic collaborations with regional giants, sparking a revolution in AI-driven influencer marketing strategies.

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Instagram automation: Strategy and tools to do it right

Sprout Social

Automation is a close friend of any social media marketing strategy—Instagram included. This is because automation can help take care of mundane tasks, like scheduling, compiling reports and even responding to common questions asked in DMs. However, there still needs to be a human element to your Instagram strategy. Instagram automation can alleviate some of the repetitive tasks while allowing your social mean more time to develop creative campaigns.

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Meta Faces New Scrutiny Over Claims That Youngsters Are Being Exposed to Harmful Content in its Apps

Social Media Today

A new filing on behalf of 33 U.S. states alleges that Meta has misrepresented its moderation and safety performance.

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Social Media Marketing GPS

SMGPS will tell you the why & how to use social media for marketing, 1 tweet at a time. You'll learn essentials in digestible little spoonfuls.

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No, Bruce Springsteen Didn’t Wear A Shirt With ‘Keep America Trumpless’

Forbes Social Media

Have you seen a photo of rock music legend Bruce Springsteen wearing a t-shirt that says “Keep America Trumpless”? It’s gone viral, but the image is fake.

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Using 2023 cultural shifts to inform 2024 whitespace

Audiense

No one needs to be reminded of the clear winners in the 2023 pop culture battle for hype. We all heard about the Barbie movie, Taylor Swift’s Eras tour, Twitter becoming X (competing with Meta’s new social kid on the block, Threads), and ChatGPT.

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How to gain a competitive advantage by analyzing marketing initiatives by competitors

Sprout Social

It doesn’t matter how niche a product or service you offer. There are probably other companies that do the same thing. Competition is a normal part of business–and it’s what drives innovation. Digging into your competitor’s approach through a marketing competitor analysis is critical to putting together or updating your brand’s marketing strategy. It is the key to your business’s future success because when you look more closely into your competitors’ marketing, you learn from their successes an

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Musk Tells Advertisers to ‘Go F Yourself’ if They Don’t Agree With His Comments

Social Media Today

Elon Musk is not backing down, despite ongoing advertiser backlash over his divisive comments.

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How to Be Social: A Social Media Manifesto

Learn the 10 worst social media marketing mistakes and how to avoid them.

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We Checked in on the Social Media Predictions We Made for 2023 – Here's How They Performed

Buffer Social

Social media had a pretty interesting year, from the rise of the creator economy to the constant addition of new features and the dozens of X alternatives that came and went. We predicted a lot of it but not all of it. To understand how much changed, it’s important to reflect on the year, especially as the end of 2023 comes closer. In the spirit of reflection, I was inspired to look at some of the predictions from our Social Media Predictions for 2023 and check in on their success (or lac

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You’ve Got This

Jon Loomer

I’ve been pretty open about my struggles over the past three years. The start of the pandemic sent me on (or accelerated) a motivational spiral that led to two very trying years in business. A year ago, I made the commitment to short-form video with the full belief that it would turn things around. While I’d repeatedly get reminders that it was working, it felt like blind faith at times since things weren’t turning around financially.

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Is Elon Musk’s Free Speech Absolutism Compatible With Social Media

Forbes Social Media

If Musk is in favor of free speech absolutism, he should also accept that free speech does not mean being free of consequences

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Zero-Click Content: What It Is and Why You Should Create It

Hootsuite

Finding ways to drive traffic through social media has always been an uphill battle for marketers. Most platforms and algorithms dislike external links, and users often aren’t interested in clicking them. Luckily, zero-click content may be the answer we’ve been seeking. Zero-click content aims to provide value upfront and engage users with each post.

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8 Stupid Simple Social Media Tricks to Boost SEO

Discover just how easy it is to boost SEO with social media.

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Reddit Provides Insights into its International Growth Efforts

Social Media Today

Reddit continues to enact its reformation project, in the hopes of expanding its advertiser potential.

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I Used AI to Publish on LinkedIn for 7 Days – Here's What Happened

Buffer Social

Can you run a social media account only using AI? I recently took some time off work and thought I’d use the opportunity to answer this question.  See, it’s hard coming up with new content consistently, but I’m a bit of a purist when it comes to what I share on social media and how I share it. We’ve even covered this before while addressing how the Buffer Content team uses AI in our creative process.

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Create Boring Content

Jon Loomer

You should create boring content… I realize this isn’t what we’re always hearing, but allow me to make the argument. Every other video is about the ideal hook or the formula to get more views and go viral. Be controversial and bold. These are quick fixes to make a rapid impact. But it’s also EXHAUSTING. This approach doesn’t appeal to everyone.

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Meta’s “Consent Or Pay” Model Challenged In EU

Forbes Social Media

A group of European consumer groups has filed a complaint against Meta over its paid-for ad-free subscription service, saying it breaches EU consumer laws.

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The Ultimate Guide to LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Oktopost

LinkedIn Sales Navigator has evolved into an indispensable tool for the majority of sales teams. With the strong presence of B2B buyers on LinkedIn, sales teams are now leveraging the platform to optimize their prospecting efforts, moving beyond solely using cold calling and traditional outreach methods. As LinkedIn is the largest professional networking program, with 80% of its users participating in their organization’s decision-making process , it’s unsurprising that sales teams are utilizin

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LinkedIn Outlines Updated, AI-Based System for Detecting Rule-Violating Content

Social Media Today

LinkedIn's new AI-based system enables enhanced optimization of its moderation workflow.

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I Asked 13 Buffer Leaders for Advice on Succeeding in My New Role

Buffer Social

As part of my comprehensive Buffer onboarding — which had me up and running at full speed in a matter of weeks — I was tasked with setting up intro calls with the company executives.  The prospect of sitting down (even virtually) with our CEO and other senior Bufferoos was daunting for a newbie. I was pretty nervous (in hindsight, I really didn’t need to be!).

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Biggest Mistake New Creators Make

Jon Loomer

This is the biggest mistake new content creators make. I have a unique perspective because I’ve succeeded as a blogger and short-form video creator. I also have the perspective of quitting at other content too soon. From the start, new creators connect their efforts to revenue. Well, you’re not going to immediately create a popular podcast, a high-traffic blog, or a viral video channel.

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Elon Musk Offered 'F U' To Advertisers—They Won't Be Coming Back

Forbes Social Media

X has increasingly been in the spotlight—but usually for actions that have been questioned by media watchers.

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Revolutionize Your Social Media Game: Hookle’s AI Image Suggestions Set to Transform Small Business Marketing

Bill Hartzer

In the ever-evolving realm of social media marketing, a groundbreaking app is turning heads and reshaping the landscape for small businesses worldwide. Hookle, a mobile app at the forefront of innovation, has just unveiled its latest feature: AI-powered image suggestions, a game-changer in the world of content creation. Small business owners grappling with the demands of social media marketing can now breathe a sigh of relief.