Buffer Social

AUGUST 30, 2023

Both creators and marketers alike are tapping into the power of fostering communities — and with good reason. We asked both online community experts and community-building creators to share their expertise, so you can tap into this powerful approach. What is a community? So how do you do it? And is it worth it?

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Bill Hartzer

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Developed over two years by an experienced executive team, Hedgehog isn’t just another social network—it’s a sanctuary for real conversations and a genuine sense of community. At the foundational level are the “Viewers,” providing an entry point for users eager to consume news and engage with community posts.

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Dave Fleet

MARCH 1, 2014

I first got into “social media” somewhere around eight years ago – first for my own interest and then – soon after – as part of my job. Like many other people at the time, I was interested in the humanizing effect that social media could have for companies. Marketing, community or both?

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 9, 2024

According to The Sprout Social Index™ , consumers across age groups agree the most memorable thing a brand can do on social media is respond to customers. 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.

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Ignite Social Media

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Deciding which social media platforms to be on can be overwhelming for brands today. Watch as SVPs Lisa Braziel and Misi McClelland talk about key factors in choosing social platforms with Senior Community Manager, John Wylie. Test to see how frequently your followers want to hear from you.

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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. Social listening can help them learn if it’s an isolated post or requires deeper investigation.

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Convince & Convert

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Just when we thought we, as social media strategists and community managers, could rest up from the twists and turns of the last 18 months, the holiday season is upon us. . That takes us to the first recommendations for activating an excellent customer experience on social media this holiday season: Train Your Social Care Team.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

DECEMBER 7, 2023

She shared her findings with an audience at our 2023 Social Media Strategies Summit Higher Education Virtual Conference. They have a culture that may look very different from what our campuses, and the communities where our campuses are located, look like,” Dr. Phillips explains. Let’s dive into her key learnings and takeaways.

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Ah social media. As social media platforms have changed over the years (RIP, Vine), so too have the pros and cons of social media. Not so long ago, brands and executives were still wondering whether they should be on social media at all. Why social media is good.

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Buffer Social

JANUARY 22, 2024

But something about 2024 makes me think it stands poised to redefine the social media landscape and the creator economy.  So, in this article, join me in exploring five themes for social media in 2024 through the lens of industry experts, unraveling their predictions and the reasons behind them.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

At this moment, Adrian is the brand ambassador of Flipsnack (a company that has 4+ million users), one of the organizers of Digital Days, the largest digital marketing event in the Western part of Romania, and the founder of Hot in Social Media, an international digital marketing blog.

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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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Social Media Strategies Summit

DECEMBER 16, 2022

However, leveraging students to support your social media initiatives is easier said than done. And students lead busy lives; many don’t have the time to pursue social media content opportunities in addition to their studies. Lawerence Synett , Director of Social Media, University of Colorado Denver.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Having a CEO with an active presence on social media can be beneficial for the organization for several reasons. According to research from Brunswick Group , 63% agree they would prefer to work for a company where the CEO uses digital and social media. And for another, the business community seems to like it too.

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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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Oktopost

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Joel Harrison, Editor-in-Chief at B2B Marketing takes on community building. Watch the recording: Want to hear more from renowned marketing leaders on building community? Joel Harrison, Editor-in-Chief at B2B Marketing, sits down with host Jennifer Gutman to shed a bright light on why more B2B brands are leveraging community.

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Ignite Social Media

JUNE 17, 2021

So, you want to create successful social media content? Social isn’t the place to take your brand’s 15 second TV spot and post it on Instagram, but too often, it happens. Does that mean every piece of content that’s published on your brand’s social channels is created only for social? It’s not as easy as it seems.

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Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

I wasn’t always a social media manager. I started my career as a TV reporter, then worked for a company’s in-house public affairs department, before managing social media professionally. It’s safe to guess the supervisors and leadership also didn’t grow up with social media, and many of them are not avid users.

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Oktopost

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Milena Farber, Social Media Marketing Manager goes Behind the Post to talk about the challenges social media managers face when transitioning into a new role. Taking over a company’s social accounts can be intimidating for new and even experienced social media managers. Meet Milena Farber.

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 6, 2023

You’d be hard-pressed to find healthcare marketers that don’t understand the value of social media for healthcare , according to Jill Florence, Director of Enterprise Sales at Sprout Social. However, as Katherine Van Allen, Senior Solutions Engineer at Sprout, points out, the benefits of social outweigh the risks.

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Hootsuite

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Whether you’re B2B or B2C, your customers want to engage with humans on social media. 56% of customers want more relatable, personable content from brands on social, but 48% of brands are still posting self-promotional content multiple times a week. Easy: be active on social media. Not for execs on social media.

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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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agora pulse

OCTOBER 6, 2020

You’ve had your social media marketing agency for a while. Check out our tips for experienced social media managers who want to energize their agencies. Recently I published a detailed guide on How to Start a Social Media Marketing Agency: Step by Step. Take-away for experienced social media managers.

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Ignite Social Media

JANUARY 27, 2021

Below we outline some best practices when it comes to going dark on social media. . When to Go Dark on Social Media. In this situation, we have a separate team that is reactionary and will meet throughout the day to discuss the situation that’s playing out and how that could play out online. .

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Ignite Social Media

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Are you looking for a social media management tool to help you with your online marketing? Let’s Check Out Khoros as a Social Media Management Tool . Let’s Check Out Khoros as a Social Media Management Tool . Community Engagement – Self-service support, education, and collaboration.

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agora pulse

JULY 17, 2020

Create the ultimate social media report that can impress clients and colleagues alike by following these tips for social media managers. When you manage social media for your clients or company, you’re in charge of more than just creating content, overseeing engagement, and guiding strategy.

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Hootsuite

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

There’s nothing more convincing than a friend’s endorsement — especially on social media. That’s why a social media advocacy program is the best way to show the benefits of your products instead of telling your customers why they should care. In short, an engaged community leads to better sales outcomes.

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Mindjumpers

AUGUST 5, 2010

Blog About Clients Cases Tribesourcing Video People & Contact Bloggers « Is Social Media Just A Buzzword? It is also criticized that Energi Nord in the end makes their marketing more aggressive, inviting their community to participate in events. This is understandable.

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Ignite Social Media

JULY 5, 2023

In today’s digital landscape, creating a social media presence for executives can be a powerful tool to shape a company’s brand, build credibility, and engage with a broader audience. How to Develop An Executive’s Social Media Presence There is a lot to consider when creating a social media presence for executives.

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Oktopost

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Are you measuring the right B2B social media metrics? Many B2B organizations find themselves using social media management platforms originally crafted for B2C brands. As a result, these platforms often lack the nuanced insights needed to thoroughly gauge your social media performance and its impact on revenue.

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SocMed Sean

JANUARY 21, 2019

SocMedSean - Social.Media.Sean The KISS Method For Determining Social Media ROI Attend any corporate meeting on social media initiatives and it’s likely that you’ll hear a question or two along the lines of “how is this selling us more product” or “what’s the ROI on these activities”?

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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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Oktopost

JULY 29, 2022

Jessica Kalbarczyk gets candid about social strategy, crisis communication, and community. In this tell-all episode of Behind the Post, Host Olivia Messina is joined by a social media expert with over a decade of social media experience! Hot Topics: Golden community building tips for B2B brands.

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Hootsuite

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Social media intelligence could be the answer. If you’ve been daydreaming of the possibilities that social media intelligence can bring, here’s your guide to what it is and why you need it. Bonus: Download a free guide to learn how to use social media listening to boost sales and conversions today.

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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. Recycle your content Repurpose, repurpose, repurpose.

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Mindjumpers

APRIL 2, 2012

Tweet During my time at SXSW, Austin 2012, I had a chance to meet up with some interesting people with innovative ideas and new products. BigMarker.com is a social network for communities. By offering unlimited web conferencing and key project management tools, it hopes to empower communities to make a difference.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 23, 2016

While most of my friends and family are on Facebook and “addicted” to this social network, I choose to meet and interact with new people on Twitter. And what’s better than e-meeting new people from across the globe and learning from their experiences? No, that doesn’t mean I don’t like my friends or family.

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