Convince & Convert

SEPTEMBER 11, 2011

Other than signing book deals, the favorite sport of the social media punditry these days seems to be bashing Klout. The most recent example was from B2B social media thinker Paul Gillin who wrote a post unveiling the flaws in Klout’s ranking scheme. But most social media types aren’t Paul Gillin.

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Social Media Network Marketing

MAY 31, 2010

Sections To Read Home Main Page Community - Social Media Network Online Who will benefit from this blog? Sections To Read Home Main Page Community - Social Media Network Online Who will benefit from this blog? Social Media Ne. What People Have To Say About Pervara - Social Med. Unported License.

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Convince & Convert

APRIL 7, 2010

There are three primary benefits: awareness via virality and social proof; loyalty and rewards; and market research. Recently, I had the good fortune of hosting the weekly #socialmedia chat (Tuesdays 9am Pacific) where social media types congregate on Twitter and answer three questions posed by the host.

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Convince & Convert

MARCH 28, 2012

She is also founder and principal of Genuine Media, a marketing agency that helps clients build their individual and brand reputation through social media. Social games have become the online version of popular reality TV shows – having an astounding impact on our leisure and down time.

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Convince & Convert

MARCH 28, 2012

She is also founder and principal of Genuine Media, a marketing agency that helps clients build their individual and brand reputation through social media. Social games have become the online version of popular reality TV shows – having an astounding impact on our leisure and down time.

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APRIL 8, 2010

link] Wales Social Media The Truth About the iPad [link] #socialmedia #news [link] jaybaer Thanks for the comment Alyssa. If it was truly a vacation, iPad all the way. I find Kindle to be easier and better as a book device. Easier on the eyes, and light enough for one hand usage.

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Pixlee

JANUARY 19, 2017

The 50 user generated content stats that all marketers need to know in order to successfully work with brand influencers, improve brand loyalty, and increase ecommerce sales. 76% of marketers consider influencer engagement effective in garnering customer loyalty. UGC and Brand Loyalty. UGC and Brand Loyalty.

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Convince & Convert

OCTOBER 15, 2015

According to Gartner , customer experience is the practice of designing for and reacting to customer interactions to meet and exceed customer expectations to increase customer satisfaction, loyalty, and advocacy. Here are five checkpoints that your company should focus on in order to get your customer experience strategy up to snuff.

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Convince & Convert

SEPTEMBER 21, 2010

However, a lot of people making that news have created expectations and beliefs about social media that aren’t true. Social Media is Inexpensive False. As Charlene Li said recently, social media trades media cost for labor cost. Social Media is Fast False. Absolutely.

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APRIL 22, 2010

Skip to content Skip to navigation Skip to footer Convince and Convert Blog: Social Media Strategy and Social Media Consulting Social Media Strategy Blog Social Media Consulting Blog Social Media Consulting Speaking Newsletter Free Social Media Tools Twitter Interviews About Lijit Search Is Social Media Too Big For Its Britches?

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Convince & Convert

AUGUST 10, 2010

Raj Kadam is CEO of Viralheat , a social media listening platform (disclosure: I am a paid customer of Viralheat). Influence mining is primarily being used in two corners of the social Web – for identifying and engaging with categorical or brand authorities; and for adding information to customer service interactions.

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Convince & Convert

FEBRUARY 25, 2010

Skip to content Skip to navigation Skip to footer Convince and Convert Blog: Social Media Strategy and Social Media Consulting Social Media Strategy Blog Social Media Consulting Blog Social Media Consulting Speaking Newsletter Free Social Media Tools Twitter Interviews About Lijit Search Do You Know Your Customers Enough to be a Social Media Hit?

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Convince & Convert

SEPTEMBER 21, 2010

I presented today at Social Media AZ , a new conference for Arizonans interested in, and practicing social media. This presentation: “Why Before How: The Keys to Developing a Social Media Strategy in 7 Steps&# also formed the basis for my recent MarketingProfs Webinar. Awareness, Sales, or Loyalty?

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Convince & Convert

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

There’s a huge gap between the perception of social media as an instant, free, can’t miss marketing opportunity and the reality of social media as a long-term, time-intensive customer loyalty and brand advocacy opportunity. The bottom line is that you need to EXPECT to fail in social media.

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Convince & Convert

JULY 28, 2010

When I discuss this concept with companies, however, too often I hear something in the realm of “we don’t know what to provide our customers that would be helpful.&# Try to return something to your own company. Make it a habit within your organization to “shop&# yourself. Buy your own product.

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Convince & Convert

MARCH 16, 2010

Twitter’s role as a conduit for the Zeitgeist is unrivaled, and it has almost single-handedly ushered in the era of real-time search, and social CRM. But, it’s the online equivalent of HBO – important more because of who uses it and the media’s infatuation with it, rather than the actual size and impact of its audience.

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Convince & Convert

JULY 6, 2010

She leads the agency’s social media group, and has more than 20 years experience in consumer, technology, B2B and social media marketing. Yet before a crisis erupts, no matter what the root of the issue, companies should cushion themselves by leveraging the good work they’re already doing. Don’t be Shy.

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Convince & Convert

MAY 5, 2010

Companies didn’t seem to understand where she was, who she was, or what she wanted. Big companies are starting to follow JaneNation on Twitter , and engage with the community across the social Web. From a business standpoint, it’s brilliant. With JaneNation, St.

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Convince & Convert

JUNE 24, 2010

I’ve been thinking lately about why I got involved in social media. But as I pondered this connection, I realized that there was a portion of the advertising world that shared a lot of elements with social media – infomercials. The same is true in social media. But, I’m not.

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Convince & Convert

JUNE 23, 2010

Market research is as important to most companies as the payroll department. Surveying, physical and online focus groups and opinion polling are still the primary tactics companies depend upon for market prediction and go to market strategy. Yet, it seems to be a stagnant mode of gathering feedback. Embrace these people.

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Convince & Convert

MAY 26, 2010

What you’re doing on Twitter isn’t a social media strategy, it’s a tools strategy. First, figure out how you’re going to be social, and then worry about how you’re going to do social. Create a social media steering group (cross-functional) for your company.

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Convince & Convert

APRIL 28, 2010

Because our behaviors on the social Web leave a noticeable fingerprint, smart companies can modify the way they engage and interact with us, based on our social graph, purchase history, etc. But now, social media is enabling companies to make influencer outreach a foundational marketing tactic.

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Convince & Convert

JULY 14, 2010

His ramblings can be found at www.membershipjedi.com This post is a compilation of ideas born out of Jay’s post “ Why You’re the Key to Social Media Success ” in which he succinctly describes one of the biggest obstacles facing organization’s pursuit of social media effectiveness – corporate culture. Why ignore it?

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Convince & Convert

JULY 22, 2010

While many businesses are excited about opportunities to reach their customers on the social web, few actually believe they have done so successfully. However, if a firm focuses on building brand loyalty with a small subset of customers, they may find that it has an exponential impact.

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Convince & Convert

AUGUST 25, 2010

Skip to content Skip to navigation Skip to footer Convince and Convert Blog: Social Media Strategy and Social Media Consulting Social Media Strategy Blog Social Media Consulting Blog Social Media Consulting Speaking Newsletter Free Social Media Tools Twitter Interviews About Lijit Search Is Starbucks the Most Dangerous Competitor to Facebook?

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APRIL 14, 2010

Why can’t your social media program do that? The best – and most effective – social media programs aren’t based on promotions and message distribution. Geek Squad Founder Robert Stephens was asked about the contradiction of a services company providing helpful videos at a conference where I spoke.

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Convince & Convert

APRIL 13, 2010

While it pre-dates the Internet (and commercial air travel, ATMs, competitive eating, Red Bull and a lot of other stuff we take for granted), its core premise serves as the foundation for social media effectiveness. Who influenced you, and why? 10 books are up for grabs. Thanks Jay for the awakening and thought provoking exercise.

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Social Media Strategy Influencer Education 114

Convince & Convert

APRIL 15, 2010

Is Your Company in the Content Marketing Industry? What formerly was the sole bastion of the media, is now also a company bailiwick. Consider a company like Kodak. Previously, content about Kodak products would have been created by the media. Photography magazines. Comparisons with other products in the category.

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Convince & Convert

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Skip to content Skip to navigation Skip to footer Convince and Convert Blog: Social Media Strategy and Social Media Consulting Social Media Strategy Blog Social Media Consulting Blog Social Media Consulting Speaking Newsletter Free Social Media Tools Twitter Interviews About Lijit Search Is Twitter for Business Even Worth the Trouble?

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Convince & Convert

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

Whether it’s brand reputation management, PR and influencer outreach, customer service and social CRM, interacting with fans on a brand community, or just creating content that builds thought leadership – it all takes time. Social Media Time Management First, you have to make the time. One hour?

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Convince & Convert

JUNE 16, 2010

And exceptional businesses are realizing tangible, meaningful outcomes using social media & mobile marketing. Create Demand, Not Messages Success with “social” marketing is becoming less about creating desire, positive sentiment or aspiration among customers. Find him at jeffmolander.com In this economy need is the new want.

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