Convince & Convert

MARCH 5, 2024

Blame Amazon, Tinder swiping, influencer culture or the infiltration of advertising into every corner of our lives, but the reality is that consumers are never NOT in the market to upgrade. Reddit: A Case Study in Switching Behavior Reddit is a particularly powerful community to study switching behavior.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

When it comes to influencer marketing , C-suite execs want more than just good engagement. In this article, we dive deep into the benefits of influencer marketing, and ones that matter the most to your C-Suite. Plus, the three critical components of an effective influencer marketing strategy you need to know.

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 5, 2023

That’s the question we set out to answer when we surveyed 1,623 consumers from the US and the UK. 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%).

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Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

With an economic downturn looming, it’s not surprising around 75% of CMOs report being asked to do more with less in a Gartner survey. Marketers are finding it increasingly difficult to set the right budget, optimize it and keep the leads flowing. Managing social media and other marketing channels in this economy can be challenging.

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Sprout Social

JULY 6, 2022

Every company should strive to be driven by data. When I think about data, I inevitably think about social media. That might be because I spend my days working with our clients’ executives to capture the voice of their customer, but I think it’s because social media intelligence is the next data frontier. Cast a wider net.

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Sprout Social

AUGUST 26, 2021

As marketers, it’s our job to know our target audience’s needs and preferences. It’s why we conduct market research every year to better understand what our customers want and uncover new business opportunities. But sometimes market research alone isn’t enough, especially when consumer preferences can change overnight.

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Webbiquity SMM

JANUARY 23, 2024

Retaining your existing consumer base is also, as noted above, much more cost-effective than concentrating entirely on expensive marketing campaigns in hopes of acquiring new customers. Measure your sentiment analysis data through the NPS scale and identify the promoters, passives, and detractors. Customer-centric strategies.

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Sprout Social

JUNE 17, 2021

Accelerated by the events of 2020, this wave of transformation marks a turn of the tide in how businesses and consumers view, use and value social media—and we’ve got the data to prove it. Continue reading for seven stats that prove just how important social media marketing is for businesses of every shape and size. Not convinced?

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 29, 2024

According to a Sprout Social Q4 2023 Pulse Survey, short-form videos are what people want to see most on social, so it’s no surprise that platforms like TikTok and Instagram have seen such fast and steady growth. On the flip side, our data shows that X (formerly Twitter) has dropped down the list of preferred platforms.

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 4, 2023

But these are questions you have to answer; not just for your team and strategy, but for your leadership and teams beyond marketing. In this article, we’ll show you how 3 brands have created a Tagging strategy for marketing campaigns, cross-org reporting and better insights. Let’s dive in.

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Sprout Social

MARCH 19, 2024

Sprout’s 2023 State of Social Media report confirms these advantages, with 9 out of 10 business leaders acknowledging the indispensable role of AI in enhancing market competitiveness, understanding customer preferences and driving innovation. As such, the insights can give you an in-depth view of the market, customers and competitors.

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 6, 2023

There lies the magic of B2B influencer marketing. Influencer marketing has long been a staple for business-to-consumer (B2C) brands looking to cultivate more authentic connections with their audience. In this guide, we’re diving into the essentials of B2B influencer marketing. What is B2B influencer marketing?

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Keyhole.co

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

67% of companies increased their influencer marketing budgets from 2022 to 2023. However, the focus of influencer marketing is shifting towards actual influence, not just likes and followers. As a result, the influencer marketing metrics you track will play a crucial role in your business success. Let’s get started!

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Later

MAY 28, 2021

With over 756 million users , it’s full of opportunities for brand marketing. In this blog post, we’re sharing five ways you can use LinkedIn to market your brand and reach relevant audiences. How to Use LinkedIn for Marketing Your Brand . Use Data to Tell Your Story. Ready to get started? Let’s dive in!

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Social Media Strategies Summit

JANUARY 22, 2021

As we head into 2021, marketers are reflecting on how much consumer behavior has changed over the course of the last year. Isolation and physical distancing have forced us to embrace technology now more than ever; newfound importance has been infused into community building; growing support for local businesses has emerged.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

During his opening keynote at this year’s Social Media Strategies Summit NYC, Connor LeBas, Director of Marketing and Social Media at OWN, explained how she was able to make this transformation while still maintaining the authenticity that has earned her the respect of millions. The Know: An OWN Community. They are craving guidance.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Executing on a social media marketing strategy is like completing an obstacle course. Managing social through down markets requires an additional layer of focus, rigor and empathy. Dietrich is a former CMO, most notably the head of marketing who took Atlassian public in 2015. If you’re feeling the heat, we see you and hear you.

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Ignite Social Media

MAY 6, 2021

Many social media platforms are making changes since they’re becoming a critical channel for marketing efforts given the global pandemic, so it’s no surprise that LinkedIn marketing is already in the works with several changes to compete with other platforms. Posts on LinkedIn: Then Versus Now. LinkedIn Stories.

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Sprout Social

MAY 23, 2023

Rather than replace social media pros, the adoption of AI in marketing has the potential to make human creativity and strategic thinking more important. And social media marketers have always had to evolve how they work. It’s about connection, and building a community—a human element AI just can’t fully replicate.

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Small Business Mavericks

JULY 24, 2013

When it comes to marketing through Facebook, businesses have the ability to set up a brand page and use it as an outpost to draw attention to their brands. In fact, content marketer Monica Wright conducted a study and wrote about it on Marketing Land. Post surveys. Engage your fan base with occasional surveys.

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Ignite Social Media

JULY 10, 2019

According to data from eMarketer, average time spent and overall engagement on Facebook is expected to continue to decline. Groups could help to build and foster a community that was once happening on brand pages. Source: Cowen and Company, “Facebook: US Ad Buyer Survey and Consumer Survey Highlights; Model Update,” Jan 10, 2019.

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Pixlee

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Social media data, if used the right way, can help your business succeed. This concept isn’t siloed to social media marketing; insight from the stats you garner on your social channels can apply to other aspects of your business, as well. Ways Social Media Data Can Help. Why did it happen? What actions should I take?

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Pixlee

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Social media data, if used the right way, can help your business succeed. This concept isn’t siloed to social media marketing; insight from the stats you garner on your social channels can apply to other aspects of your business, as well. Ways Social Media Data Can Help. Why did it happen? What actions should I take?

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Audiense

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

It underpins every marketing decision you make. From marketing managers to senior executives increasing your ROI is a common goal shared by all. Could social data help you achieve this fundamental objective? What part does social data play in all this? Market Research. Influencer Marketing.

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Brand awareness creates a community that generates word of mouth buzz, ‘I love this product, and I know you will too.’ Your community knows what their friends and family like. Akeeme Hogg Social Media and Email Marketing Lead, ServiceMaster Brands. Brand surveys. That is the power of brand awareness. Fans beget more fans.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 9, 2024

Evolving your social strategy to meet consumer demands requires you to listen better, scale your customer care efforts and integrate your social and customer data. What is social media personalization and why are marketers prioritizing it? A CRM or other customer data collection software is non-negotiable.

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Hootsuite

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

This information can be used to shape a data-driven strategy. Social media intelligence is the practice of gathering data from social media conversations to inform your future marketing actions. They could later use this data to target their ads more effectively. This is where data analysis comes in.

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Hootsuite

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Social has earned a well-established seat at the marketing table. In our Social Transformation Report , we partnered with Altimeter Group to survey 2,162 marketers and conduct in-depth interviews with leading brands to uncover the value organizations find when they invest in social. Integrate cross-channel data.

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Buffer Social

MAY 23, 2022

If you’re considering sending a weekly newsletter for your company or dipping your toes into email marketing, these eight small businesses offer great examples of high-quality email content. The great news for small businesses is that the data shows readers actually like brand emails!  An

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Hootsuite

JULY 11, 2022

When it comes to marketing on the app, strategy is key. Depending on whether your brand serves cool teens or hip grandparents (or both: see stat #10) you’ll want to do some research on the app before investing your hard-earned dollars on a marketing campaign. But ads are not the only way to do marketing on the platform.

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Pixlee

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Gen Z is the most diverse generation yet, and it’s no surprise they expect to see themselves represented in marketing content. But, it’s not only the newest generation that cares about inclusive marketing. Create a Genuine Brand Community. Work With Diverse Influencers.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In business, artificial intelligence (AI) is more than just a trend; it’s a crucial tool reshaping how we approach marketing and customer engagement. According to our research , nearly 9 out of 10 business leaders are gearing up to boost their investments in AI and machine learning (ML), especially in marketing. Why this surge?

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Convince & Convert

OCTOBER 22, 2021

By tapping into a daily habit that already exists, you can create social advocacy and amplify your marketing efforts. According to a 2016 survey from Bambu by Sprout Social, seven in ten employees are using social media at work. Sure, there’s always going to be the 10 percent of surveyed employees who spend over two hours on social.

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Buffer Social

JANUARY 25, 2022

Although anytime can be a good time to switch up your marketing strategy, the start of the new calendar is one that resonates with us quite a bit. With that in mind, we talked to 10 small business owners to learn about what they're changing in their marketing this year.

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Listening is like mining social data to get to the buried gold insights, so you can put social data into action. Find relevant and authentic influencers for partnerships According to a Q3 Sprout Social Pulse Survey of 307 marketers, 81% of respondents say influencer marketing is an essential piece of their social strategy.

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Sprout Social

MARCH 1, 2023

Everyone—from marketers to social media users—loves creators. According to a Q1 2023 Sprout pulse survey, over two-thirds (79%) of marketers plan to spend up to 50% of their total social budget on content creators. Another 39% of marketers work with creators on a monthly basis. your potential customers) can come in handy.

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Sprout Social

JULY 7, 2020

This means marketers have been constantly adjusting well-laid plans for 2020 while finding the right way for their brands to contribute to the conversation around social change. That’s why we’re reviewing the findings of our #BrandsGetReal surveys to help guide your decision making now. Now is the time to FOCUS.

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