Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

With budget cuts, resignations and layoffs in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) departments, professionals and consumers alike have noticed a trend in companies backtracking on their social justice commitments made in 2020. What is the purpose of Black History Month?

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Ignite Social Media

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

In this case, we are talking specifically about social media strategies and trends for brands. Let’s dive in and see what our experts here at Ignite Social Media have to say: 1. The industry disrupter us social media experts can’t stop talking about. Ericka Riker, Community Manager.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 29, 2024

Social media networks, and the way users interact with them, evolve quickly. They simultaneously hopped on blink-and-you’ll-miss them trends, while championing authenticity. This year, plan for more changing audience preferences and deeper social media fragmentation.

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Hootsuite

JANUARY 18, 2024

It’s time to take your first steps into social media marketing. billion people are social media users. Worldwide, social users spend almost two and a half hours on social platforms each day. Find more eye-popping stats about social media here !) Your mind is ready. Your body is ready.

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Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Social media marketers understand the power of community more than most. But for a long time, communities built specifically for them have been few and far between. Since its public launch in April 2023 , The Arb community has experienced remarkable growth in engagement, with membership consistently on the rise.

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Sprout Social

MARCH 12, 2024

The 2024 US presidential election is several months away, but social media is already politically charged. According to Sprout Social Listening data , from January 1 to March 6, 2024 there were almost 7.6 In a typical year, running social media for a brand account is complex. Will brands sit this one out?

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Ignite Social Media

JUNE 14, 2023

Finding it hard to compete with social algorithm changes using hashtags? Here are tips to make sure you can outsmart social media search and get in your audience’s feed. Given that, we need to think about in a search engine optimization (SEO) mindset as we create social content.

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Ignite Social Media

MARCH 18, 2024

million followers across major social platforms, Duke Men’s Basketball has the largest following of any college sports team – even bigger than Duke University itself. Their social media presence is truly in a league of its own. So how have they built such a commanding social media empire? With over 5.4

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Social Media Network Marketing

MARCH 11, 2024

Social media success is within your grasp. In this noisy digital age, a strategic social presence separates the also-rans from the rockstars. Here's your arsenal of essential Dos to skyrocket your engagement and turn you into a social media slayer. Authenticity builds trust and transparency.

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SocMed Sean

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

TikTok is a social media app that allows its users to create, share, and watch 15-second videos shot on mobile devices. Yet like other social media channels , TikTok has faced challenges, like claims of addictiveness and privacy concerns. Is TikTok Emerging as a Powerhouse Social Network?

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Sprout Social

AUGUST 3, 2023

In the span of 26 years, social media has transformed from a simple communication tool to a powerful marketing platform. And as a result, so has the role of social media managers. From content creation to community management, the responsibilities of social teams have expanded significantly.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Social listening plays a vital role in this area. Tapping into social media conversations points to customer insights that go beyond surface-level metrics and unearth the real needs, desires and pain points of your audience. Identify trends : Social listening pinpoints changing preferences and emerging trends.

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Ignite Social Media

JANUARY 14, 2021

A new year means a fresh start for your brand’s social media marketing strategy. As we enter 2021, it’s time to drop some of those bad social media habits and focus on tactics that are designed to drive real, meaningful results for your business. Jesse Walker , Community Manager. In-authentic Brandstanding.

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The results are telling: According to our Q4 2023 Sprout Pulse Survey, respondents believe the average social media manager is: white (65%), female (73%), 25-40 years old (55%), and a part-time employee or freelancer (40%). What is it about social media careers that makes them dominated by white women?

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Sherrilynne Starkie

APRIL 26, 2021

This social media app allows users to shoot and post 60 second videos. It gives brands authenticity, familiarity and builds trust. Influencers create their own orginial content highlighting your products, services and brand conferring an authentic 3rd party endorsement. Be On Trend. Engage With Your Community .

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Pam Moore

JUNE 8, 2017

As many brands are challenged to become human, engage with their community of customers, prospects, stakeholders, and competition a few of the questions we hear most are: What do I talk about? Depending on how connected you are with your community they may be interested in what you eat, where you go for breakfast. Authenticity.

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Sprout Social

JUNE 17, 2019

One of the best ways to enhance your personal brand is through social media. Just as social has given rise to the likes of influencer marketing , there are opportunities across a wide variety of networks in which to build and enhance your personal brand. Embrace authenticity. How important is authenticity on social media?

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Pam Moore

JANUARY 14, 2019

Depending on how connected you are with your community they may be interested in what you eat, where you go for breakfast. Authenticity. authentic — adj. not false or copied; genuine; real: an authentic antique. Transparency is how much you share and authenticity is the truth of your words and actions.

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Sprout Social

MAY 18, 2023

Social practitioners wear many hats as they balance emerging networks and formats. Yet, strong social media copywriting skills remain the foundation of bringing a social strategy to life. Social media copywriting varies greatly by industry and brand.

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Buffer Social

JANUARY 23, 2023

Social media is always evolving – as should your strategies for creating content. While you may have tried and tested methods when it comes to your social media posts, testing out something different is a great way to stay on top of trends and potentially grow your following.

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Pixlee

MARCH 30, 2022

With 250+ speakers, 600+ sponsors, and unlimited networking opportunities, Shoptalk 2022 reinvigorated in-person events, creating a space for the retail community to talk technology, trends, and consumer behavior in today’s increasingly digital world. Trend #1: Social Media & Ecommerce Channels as a Power Couple.

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 18, 2023

While there’s no denying the value and power of social listening, a tool this impactful can make it feel intimidating to get started. In this article, we’ll take you through 6+ social media listening examples and the strategies real brands use to inspire you to get more from listening. And this trend is likely to continue.

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Keyhole.co

MARCH 26, 2024

With millions of online followers and a vocal, active, and thriving fanbase, LEGO is at the top of its social media game. Let’s see how LEGO’s social media strategy builds on its prominence in pop culture. Here are the mindblowing number of followers on LEGO’s main social media accounts. Instagram: 10.3

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Pam Moore

JUNE 2, 2017

Do you have social media, digital marketing and branding problems? We have been working the past year on a game changing online social media training academy and member community to help solve your biggest problems and challenges related to social media marketing, digital marketing, and branding.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 21, 2018

Around one third of the world is on some form of social media. With social media on the forefront of many people’s minds, it has naturally also come to weigh on the minds of marketers. The combination of these two developments has resulted in what is know as “authentic advocacy.” Tip #2: Utilize Social Media.

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Sprout Social

AUGUST 2, 2022

In this article, we’ll seek to offer insights into nine current and emerging YouTube trends you need to know to fuel your video marketing strategy. Current and emerging YouTube trends. But like on all social networks, trends on YouTube come and go. Brand bringing this trend to life: Spotify.

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Sprout Social

JUNE 18, 2019

Does the person who post as your brand on Facebook also work to develop the community that the company is part of? Running a brand’s social media accounts is a lot of work. As the social media industry has evolved, each role in the marketing team has developed along with it. Should they?

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

In this piece, the team behind Figo’s social media presence shared their tips for maintaining a regular social cadence and translating results to larger company goals. Why social media consistency matters for brands Consistency on social media isn’t just nice to have: it’s a non-negotiable for long-term success.

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Keyhole.co

JANUARY 18, 2024

This blog examines Stanley’s social media strategy and how it earns the brand record-breaking sales and profits. Analysis of Stanley’s social media accounts Today, loyalists swear by the Stanley Quenchers. Here are the total followers on Stanley’s main social media accounts. Instagram: 741.7K Twitter: 10.7K

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Pixlee

MAY 8, 2019

Social media marketing is a powerhouse for brands, but to be successful it takes more than just sharing ads and branded content across social platforms. But what is community-driven marketing and how can brands use it successfully? What is Community-Driven Marketing? What’s the Difference?

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Likeable

JUNE 25, 2019

Community management is essential to brands in so many ways: it helps create and showcase your brand’s identity and personality, it helps build trust with your audience, and it gives an added value that can clearly separate you from your competitors. Involving the Community. Acting Like a Human. Seems simple, right?

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Keyhole.co

OCTOBER 16, 2023

In this article, we’ll dive deep into Coca-Cola’s social media strategy and share the secrets behind their remarkable success. Analysis of Coca-Cola’s social media accounts Coca-Cola’s marketing strategy is a masterclass in timeless appeal, effortlessly bridging generations with lively content and simple messaging.

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Bill Hartzer

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Focusing on the Essence: People Who Matter Amidst rising concerns over privacy and safety on major social media platforms, Noteit has strategically positioned itself as the antidote. By veering away from the trend of large public communities, Noteit zeroes in on the people who matter most to you.

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Hootsuite

MAY 1, 2023

Are you looking to create a more efficient social media workflow? Social media managers have a tough gig, often juggling multiple accounts , managing complex campaigns, and collaborating with stakeholders. Let’s take a look at the top 7 tips to create an effective social media workflow.

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Buffer Social

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Today, I’m sharing Buffer’s top-performing social posts from each platform and will give you an analysis of why I think these posts performed so well. I love looking back at the top posts of the year – it’s a great way to see what worked to help shape our social media strategy for the upcoming year.

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Bill Hartzer

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The study, conducted among 5,000 individuals across the US, China, Sweden, Spain, and Poland, delved into the evolving dynamics of socialization and community building in today’s society. Despite grappling with social anxiety and digital reliance, Gen Z craves genuine connections.

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agora pulse

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Need a good social media marketing book that fuels your learning and your career? Here’s our list of favorite reads for different aspects of social media. To monitor social media algorithm updates, feature rollouts, and new tactics, you probably read blogs or watch explainer videos.

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