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The Power of Nostalgia in Social Media Marketing

Social Media Strategies Summit

Ever feel like social media used to be somehow better ? Plus we’ll share real-world examples of brands using nostalgia in their social media marketing strategies. Done right, nostalgia marketing can be a powerful tool for building brand awareness and recall, capturing earned media, and persuading people to buy.

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How to manage social media content creation across networks

Sprout Social

There are some many different types of social media content to create and enjoy, from carousels to GIFs to videos. To successfully manage social media content creation across networks, you need to maintain a consistent brand voice, adapt to distinct formats and meet (or exceed) audience expectations.

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Top 8 Social Media Marketing Trends to Watch for in 2025

Social Media Strategies Summit

Nothing stays the same for long in the world of social media. Fortunately, weve made your lives a little easier by rounding up eight key social media marketing trends to look out for in 2025 and beyond, from the increasing adoption of AI to the growth of authenticity in brand storytelling.

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Creating a social media policy for your company

Oktopost

Creating a social media policy for your company Social media has become an integral part of daily life and workplace culture. billion people worldwide active on at least one social media platform and 69% of U.S. Why your company needs a social media policy Begin by explaining why the policy exists.

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Brand and Product Differentiation: How to Showcase Your USPs on Social Media

Social Media Strategies Summit

Producing high-quality social media content that helps your brand stand out can feel like a never-ending job. Yes, consumers are spending increasing amounts of time on social networks. Fortunately, you can reach, engage, and even convert customers via social media. And they’re not afraid to dig deep.

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‘Tis the season for scrolling: 89% of consumers say social media influences their holiday shopping

Sprout Social

As the poem goes: “Consumers scour social media with care, knowing that the holidays will soon be here.” The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching, and the influence social has on consumer purchasing behavior is undeniable. The sway of social media over holiday shopping habits can’t be overstated.

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Perfecting your edutainment social media content strategy

Sprout Social

Brands know social media is saturated with content. The answer: Edutainment social media. The 2024 Social Media Content Strategy Report found 66% of social users find edutainment to be the most engaging of all brand content, even more than skits, memes or serialized content.