An award winning social media campaign allowed Export Development Canada (EDC) speak to their clients on a different level. Video content anchored the campaign, and a smart social media strategy promoted to great effect. MORE
As in most professions, an experienced social media consultant knows certain tricks of the trade to content marketing work better, faster, easier. It’s important to any campaign’s success to have the right goals in mind and to be as specific right from the start. MORE
For avid TV show watchers, social media, a.k.a. the second screen, offers a binge-worthy avenue… Read More. MORE
Quick: Can you list the goals of each and every one of your social media efforts? Do you know how each campaign performed when measured against those metrics, and how they contributed to the bottom line? There remains some debate about whether social media ROI can be measured. MORE
Great social media consultants don’t have to be RGD-certified, but they do need to have considerable design know-how. It takes a lot of design knowledge to develop a social media strategy and plan a program. For example, there are dozens (probably 100s) of format requirements for the various social networks and platforms. Photo and image selection are key design skills for social media consultants too. MORE
Love it or hate it, Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity for social marketers to create a holiday-themed campaign. According to AdWeek , the campaign ”takes aim at singles going out on the town and looking for romance.” MORE
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March saw a few relevant new social media updates that will help you to be more effective, resourceful and efficient in your social media marketing for your business. Promoted Pins are viral and continue to drive conversions even after your campaign has ended. MORE
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Hyundai teams with Tumblr: At the heart of Hyundai’s World Cup sponsorship lies the #BecauseFutbol campaign, driven by a Tumblr microsite. The campaign’s official video features global football sensation Lionel Messi, along with a new Kanye West track. MORE
The adage holds true in the world of social and digital media where the pace of change is constant. Despite sinking time and resources into social media, many companies are not seeing the results they want. Want to get real business benefits from social media? MORE
Many new updates were announced in the world of social media in July! This is great for any business that uses local awareness ads to drive walk-in business as it will help measure the conversion from social or mobile ad campaigns. MORE
UGC (user generated content) has been a buzz word in social media for a while now. To get started, there are a variety of ways to run a UGC social media campaign for your brand. A step up from this, and very relevant on social right now, is video content. MORE
President Obama’s campaign has posted nearly four times as much content as challenger Mitt Romney’s campaign, and is active on nearly twice as many platforms, according to new research by the Pew Research Center’s Project for Excellence in Journalism. MORE
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Social media marketing is more than just regular publishing of content on social networking sites in the hope of growing an audience and ultimately making money. Now in 2018, here are eight social media marketing hacks that all but guarantee results: Video will be everything. MORE
Social media marketing has become the third most popular form marketing as of 2013. Needless to say, it will only gain more popularity as social media marketing campaigns are far less expensive to create and maintain than traditional advertising campaigns. MORE
Social media is an incredibly powerful way to reach audiences. Here Are 2 Modern Truths:1. Nonprofits are on a mission to make a positive difference in the world. When you mix… Read More >>>. MORE
Thanks to all of these events and more, the social sphere hasn’t been any different. The only true difference is that I’d much rather prefer an awesome social campaign over a political one. Their social campaign, however, performed quite well. MORE
September saw some great social media updates for marketers. Here are the most important updates you should be aware of to improve your social media marketing for your business: Facebook. Starting this month, advertisers both large and small can run campaigns on Instagram. MORE
Why create a campaign focused on the theme of romance? Four Seasons took this theme and brought it into social media on multiple platforms. ” The hashtag campaign will also include opportunities for followers to win Four Seasons Gift Cards. MORE
Social media isn't just a place for animal videos, funny memes, and clever campaigns.Today, social media is the perfect global platform for brands and businesses to raise awareness (and money)… Read More >>>. MORE
The term ‘social media consultant’ can mean different things to different people because there is a whole range of skills and talents on offer. The cheat sheet provides a summary of the key skills a well-rounded social media consultant should possess. Articles, website content, social media updates, email campaigns. Video Production Social networks are increasingly optimised for video content. MORE
Social media has changed the way we learn about what’s happening in the world. Social Media social mediaFor consumers and businesses alike, it is a source of truth, a place to find and… Read More >>>. MORE
Social media monitoring is vital for virtually every B2B or B2C brand. 58% of consumers follow brands on social media. Standard web analytics tools provide only a very narrow view of social media activity: clicks through to your brand website. Buffer Social. MORE
4 Ways To Use Social Media to Promote a Good Cause. For all of the negatives that accompany social media these days, from “fake news,” to serious breaches of user privacy, a lot of good can still come as a result of various social media platforms. MORE
In recent years, a political social media campaign has become an essential part of the electoral process. For candidates to really establish their presence on the various platforms, they need to begin using these platforms long before their campaign even starts. MORE
Appealing to Generation Z requires a different approach, tapping into their interests and passions to maximize engagement. Here are some examples of how brands have done just that MORE
Burberry, a “digital darling” among luxury brands, recently launched its Autumn/Winter 2012 collection across 10 different social platforms, according to L2. Instagram has a selection of campaign images. MORE
What were the best social media campaigns in 2013? Here are the top campaigns we published (based on traffic) this past year – and then one more for good luck. If the lights stay on this year, how will marketers make as much impact on social during the game? MORE
New marketing efforts reflect this shift, and are aimed directly at the female demographic — with social media as the primary tool for reaching out. The new ad campaign begins a month before the brand’s new high-end collection – called StudioLux Noir – reaches stores, and is “the culmination of three years of development and research.” The campaign will also include more traditional commercial spots on E!, MORE
What’s it take to run a social media campaign? Are you aware that you can’t just “wing it” or throw together a campaign overnight and hope it works? There is a lot that goes into a social media campaign. MORE
Black Friday and its online bestie Cyber Monday are a great time of year for brands to implement a social campaign to support traditional marketing efforts. Also known as the anti-campaign, this approach especially appeals to brands with more cult-like followings. MORE
B2B companies often feel handicapped in their efforts to market on social media. Typically, they… Read More. MORE
Having recently used one of Cision’s tools to try to build a social media influencer tool, and finding it wanting, I’m pretty interested in a new tool being launched today. . Aligning influencer communications efforts with broader social media initiatives. MORE
That’s why they are great at relationships, writing and coming up with inventive campaign ideas. These are essential skills and talents, but to be a successful social media consultant you must add some ‘left-brain’ qualities. Social media audits. MORE
Social media has become an important marketing tool for cause-oriented individuals and groups. Let’s take a look at three advocacy campaign examples and learn how each used various social media platforms to promote their causes. MORE
Social media has become a core element of marketing across businesses of all types and sizes: maintaining active, optimized profiles; sharing industry-related updates; amplifying their own content; and engaging with prospects, influencers, advocates, and customers. MORE
Successful campaigns come in all shapes and sizes. From building trust, to damage control, to sales, a well-executed campaign can win you more supporters, clients and bragging rights! This week’s roundup features seven posts from around the web that focus on campaigns. MORE
Or are you bursting with creative ideas for your social media campaigns, but stumped about ways to validate these ideas? The same is not true of your relationship with your social audience. The same is true for listening to your customers on social. MORE
The 2014 World Cup was host to countless ad campaigns, and record breaking social media statistics. Here are some of the brands that created tons of social media buzz during the month-long tournament: Adidas . The #AskZlatan interactive campaign earned over 10.5 MORE
Instead, the company is being praised by some for their most recent Twitter campaign that uses ‘ #WomenDrivers ‘ with images of crashed vehicles, parking mishaps, and more. So why has there not been a social media storm and boycott on Audi Ireland? MORE
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Ignite Social Media
NOVEMBER 28, 2016
Thanks to all of these events and more, the social sphere hasn’t been any different. The only true difference is that I’d much rather prefer an awesome social campaign over a political one. Their social campaign, however, performed quite well.
Webbiquity SMM
MARCH 7, 2017
Social media has become a core element of marketing across businesses of all types and sizes: maintaining active, optimized profiles; sharing industry-related updates; amplifying their own content; and engaging with prospects, influencers, advocates, and customers.
The Realtime Report
DECEMBER 31, 2013
What were the best social media campaigns in 2013? Here are the top campaigns we published (based on traffic) this past year – and then one more for good luck. If the lights stay on this year, how will marketers make as much impact on social during the game?
Meltwater
APRIL 26, 2018
Social media has changed the way we learn about what’s happening in the world. Social Media social mediaFor consumers and businesses alike, it is a source of truth, a place to find and… Read More >>>.
SocialFish
MARCH 5, 2013
Social media marketing has become the third most popular form marketing as of 2013. Needless to say, it will only gain more popularity as social media marketing campaigns are far less expensive to create and maintain than traditional advertising campaigns.
The Social Media Incubator
FEBRUARY 5, 2013
What’s it take to run a social media campaign? Are you aware that you can’t just “wing it” or throw together a campaign overnight and hope it works? There is a lot that goes into a social media campaign.
The Realtime Report
FEBRUARY 19, 2014
Love it or hate it, Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity for social marketers to create a holiday-themed campaign. According to AdWeek , the campaign ”takes aim at singles going out on the town and looking for romance.”
Sherrilynne Starkie
APRIL 5, 2018
The adage holds true in the world of social and digital media where the pace of change is constant. Despite sinking time and resources into social media, many companies are not seeing the results they want. Want to get real business benefits from social media?
Meltwater
FEBRUARY 18, 2018
Social media is an incredibly powerful way to reach audiences. Here Are 2 Modern Truths:1. Nonprofits are on a mission to make a positive difference in the world. When you mix… Read More >>>.
Sherrilynne Starkie
MARCH 3, 2018
An award winning social media campaign allowed Export Development Canada (EDC) speak to their clients on a different level. Video content anchored the campaign, and a smart social media strategy promoted to great effect.
Meltwater
APRIL 8, 2018
Social media isn't just a place for animal videos, funny memes, and clever campaigns.Today, social media is the perfect global platform for brands and businesses to raise awareness (and money)… Read More >>>.
yMarketingMatters
NOVEMBER 2, 2016
Here are the latest social media updates to keep you ahead of the curve and make sure your marketing is up to date and successful! Pinterest Adds Promote Button to Pins : Businesses can now launch campaigns in just a few quick steps with the new Promote button on pins.
Convince & Convert
JUNE 20, 2017
Or are you bursting with creative ideas for your social media campaigns, but stumped about ways to validate these ideas? The same is not true of your relationship with your social audience. The same is true for listening to your customers on social.
Ignite Social Media
NOVEMBER 9, 2016
Black Friday and its online bestie Cyber Monday are a great time of year for brands to implement a social campaign to support traditional marketing efforts. Also known as the anti-campaign, this approach especially appeals to brands with more cult-like followings.
Webbiquity SMM
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
Social media monitoring is vital for virtually every B2B or B2C brand. 58% of consumers follow brands on social media. Standard web analytics tools provide only a very narrow view of social media activity: clicks through to your brand website. Buffer Social.
The Realtime Report
OCTOBER 17, 2012
Why create a campaign focused on the theme of romance? Four Seasons took this theme and brought it into social media on multiple platforms. ” The hashtag campaign will also include opportunities for followers to win Four Seasons Gift Cards.
Social Media Today
MAY 22, 2018
Appealing to Generation Z requires a different approach, tapping into their interests and passions to maximize engagement. Here are some examples of how brands have done just that
Sherrilynne Starkie
JUNE 18, 2018
Having recently used one of Cision’s tools to try to build a social media influencer tool, and finding it wanting, I’m pretty interested in a new tool being launched today. . Aligning influencer communications efforts with broader social media initiatives.
Meltwater
OCTOBER 6, 2016
Smart social media campaigns can drive, enhance, and/or support PR and marketing activities. Even smarter… Read More.
Ignite Social Media
JANUARY 30, 2017
UGC (user generated content) has been a buzz word in social media for a while now. To get started, there are a variety of ways to run a UGC social media campaign for your brand. A step up from this, and very relevant on social right now, is video content.
Meltwater
DECEMBER 10, 2017
For avid TV show watchers, social media, a.k.a. the second screen, offers a binge-worthy avenue… Read More.
yMarketingMatters
AUGUST 7, 2016
Many new updates were announced in the world of social media in July! This is great for any business that uses local awareness ads to drive walk-in business as it will help measure the conversion from social or mobile ad campaigns.
The Realtime Report
JULY 11, 2012
Burberry, a “digital darling” among luxury brands, recently launched its Autumn/Winter 2012 collection across 10 different social platforms, according to L2. Instagram has a selection of campaign images.
Sherrilynne Starkie
JANUARY 29, 2018
That’s why they are great at relationships, writing and coming up with inventive campaign ideas. These are essential skills and talents, but to be a successful social media consultant you must add some ‘left-brain’ qualities. Social media audits.
The Realtime Report
MAY 24, 2018
4 Ways To Use Social Media to Promote a Good Cause. For all of the negatives that accompany social media these days, from “fake news,” to serious breaches of user privacy, a lot of good can still come as a result of various social media platforms.
Waxing UnLyrical
JULY 14, 2014
Successful campaigns come in all shapes and sizes. From building trust, to damage control, to sales, a well-executed campaign can win you more supporters, clients and bragging rights! This week’s roundup features seven posts from around the web that focus on campaigns.
Devumi
SEPTEMBER 6, 2017
Social media has become an important marketing tool for cause-oriented individuals and groups. Let’s take a look at three advocacy campaign examples and learn how each used various social media platforms to promote their causes.
SocialFish
MARCH 8, 2018
Social media marketing is more than just regular publishing of content on social networking sites in the hope of growing an audience and ultimately making money. Now in 2018, here are eight social media marketing hacks that all but guarantee results: Video will be everything.
Sherrilynne Starkie
JANUARY 23, 2018
Great social media consultants don’t have to be RGD-certified, but they do need to have considerable design know-how. It takes a lot of design knowledge to develop a social media strategy and plan a program. For example, there are dozens (probably 100s) of format requirements for the various social networks and platforms. Photo and image selection are key design skills for social media consultants too.
yMarketingMatters
JUNE 4, 2016
After the slow month of April, May seems to be back on track with every other fast-paced, exciting month in the world of social media. This is fantastic news for advertisers who want to test their creatives for a variety of campaigns that extend beyond Twitter.
The Realtime Report
AUGUST 23, 2012
President Obama’s campaign has posted nearly four times as much content as challenger Mitt Romney’s campaign, and is active on nearly twice as many platforms, according to new research by the Pew Research Center’s Project for Excellence in Journalism.
Meltwater
DECEMBER 29, 2016
B2B companies often feel handicapped in their efforts to market on social media. Typically, they… Read More.
Sherrilynne Starkie
JANUARY 8, 2018
The term ‘social media consultant’ can mean different things to different people because there is a whole range of skills and talents on offer. The cheat sheet provides a summary of the key skills a well-rounded social media consultant should possess. Articles, website content, social media updates, email campaigns. Video Production Social networks are increasingly optimised for video content.
yMarketingMatters
OCTOBER 9, 2015
September saw some great social media updates for marketers. Here are the most important updates you should be aware of to improve your social media marketing for your business: Facebook. Starting this month, advertisers both large and small can run campaigns on Instagram.
Sherrilynne Starkie
MARCH 14, 2018
As in most professions, an experienced social media consultant knows certain tricks of the trade to content marketing work better, faster, easier. It’s important to any campaign’s success to have the right goals in mind and to be as specific right from the start.
Devumi
SEPTEMBER 22, 2017
In recent years, a political social media campaign has become an essential part of the electoral process. For candidates to really establish their presence on the various platforms, they need to begin using these platforms long before their campaign even starts.
Webbiquity SMM
SEPTEMBER 13, 2016
Quick: Can you list the goals of each and every one of your social media efforts? Do you know how each campaign performed when measured against those metrics, and how they contributed to the bottom line? There remains some debate about whether social media ROI can be measured.
The Realtime Report
SEPTEMBER 5, 2012
New marketing efforts reflect this shift, and are aimed directly at the female demographic — with social media as the primary tool for reaching out. The new ad campaign begins a month before the brand’s new high-end collection – called StudioLux Noir – reaches stores, and is “the culmination of three years of development and research.” The campaign will also include more traditional commercial spots on E!,
The Social Media Incubator
MAY 7, 2015
Instead, the company is being praised by some for their most recent Twitter campaign that uses ‘ #WomenDrivers ‘ with images of crashed vehicles, parking mishaps, and more. So why has there not been a social media storm and boycott on Audi Ireland?
yMarketingMatters
APRIL 7, 2016
March saw a few relevant new social media updates that will help you to be more effective, resourceful and efficient in your social media marketing for your business. Promoted Pins are viral and continue to drive conversions even after your campaign has ended.
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