Hootsuite

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

So you’ve planned and launched a social media campaign, and waited patiently for the likes, comments, and conversions to roll in. Is a 2% engagement rate high or low? Without social media benchmarks (a.k.a. engagement rate calculator you can use to quickly double-check your own performance stats. #1

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Bill Hartzer

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Bluesky , the innovative open social network, has thrown open its doors to the public on February 6, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the realm of social media. This pivotal event served as the launching pad for its journey toward becoming a powerhouse in the realm of social media.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 29, 2024

Social media networks, and the way users interact with them, evolve quickly. In 2023, we saw new platforms enter the scene and shake ups in platform preferences that changed the face of the industry, while other tried and true networks held consumer attention. Retailers go all-in on Instagram and TikTok.

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Social Media Strategy Exercises Retail 110

Sprout Social

JANUARY 31, 2024

Is your YouTube engagement where you want it to be? And like any other type of social media engagement , competition on YouTube is fierce. Below we explain how YouTube engagement is calculated, plus we provide 10 ways to increase your YouTube engagement rate. What is YouTube engagement?

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Ignite Social Media

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

With organic reach on the decline, running a quality social media sweepstakes is one of the best ways to amplify and boost your brand. Read on to discover how to create social media sweepstakes that allow your brand to interact with fans, build a strong community, and turn leads into sales. . Choose a Platform.

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Webbiquity SMM

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Networking events can seem dull or even desperate, with everyone there treating them as a direct opportunity to boost their career without much effort put into making real, meaningful contacts. No doubt you’re already doing some networking online, and you’ve optimized your profile to grow your network on LinkedIn.

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Sprout Social

MAY 11, 2021

Social media optimization (SMO) is an entirely different ballgame. Because while businesses at large are on board with social media, many fail to make simple changes that could significantly boost their performance. “What’s the point of social media optimization, though?” That’s fine!

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Sprout Social

JULY 21, 2022

If you want to improve your social media marketing strategy , you need to know about the different types of social media content and how or where you share that content. Understanding these different types of social media will help you develop a better content strategy and know where to focus your time and energy.

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Buffer Social

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Rule of thumb: If there is a subreddit about it, there is a vertical social network opportunity — GREG ISENBERG (@gregisenberg) May 25, 2020. In this article, we’ll go through what vertical networks are and the opportunities for businesses to adopt them in their marketing strategy. What are vertical networks?

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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.

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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. Episode Summary.

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Oktopost

JANUARY 10, 2022

Jennifer Gutman, Director of Social Strategy goes Behind the Post to break down common social media misconceptions . Can you actually measure the ROI of social media? Can you hire a millennial to run your social and be successful? Jennifer Gutman is Oktopost’s Director of Social Strategy.

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Oktopost

OCTOBER 5, 2022

The more data you have on leads, the better you can craft engaging content and messaging. But it’s not enough to base your conversations on your audience’s website and email activity only – what about social media? Use these guides to incorporate social engagement data into your lead nurturing: Marketo.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

We don’t have to tell you that social media is an industry that changes almost daily. At any given moment, there are new tools, platform updates, improved tracking, and several 2020 social media trends are emerging now that point to our industry being one of constant movement. Source: PEW Surveys conducted 2012-2019.

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Hootsuite

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Looking to gain a better understanding of your customer’s behavior and how to engage with them ? 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.

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Oktopost

MARCH 10, 2022

Yet, organic social media is one channel that still delivers consistent results. Many marketers shy away from social media because they don’t understand how to measure social media return on investment (ROI). Measuring the ROI on social media is easy once you know what you’re looking for.

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Buffer Social

JULY 14, 2022

Question: I’m trying to grow the social media accounts for my small business, but I’ve heard that using scheduling tools can cause low engagement and reach. Consistency is more likely to raise your reach and audience engagement — which is the primary service offered by third-party scheduling tools.

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Oktopost

DECEMBER 13, 2020

However there is another key responsibility a VP Sales should stay on top of that is often forgotten; Bridging the gap between sales and marketing, and communicating the need for using social engagement insight in the sales process. The Importance of Social Engagement Insight. Why Does Sales Need Lead Insights?

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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.

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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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Hootsuite

JANUARY 13, 2022

Marketers need to start with social media optimization (SMO) to get the most out of their social media campaigns. Understanding how to optimize your social media profiles and posts for maximum returns isn’t scary—there’s no keyword research or technical know-how involved. Improve reach on social media.

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Buffer Social

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

This is a thought that pops up many times throughout the day while I’m working as the Social Media Manager at Buffer. What really helps me is making a checklist for my social media activities. Reply to notifications on all platforms It’s important to reply to people who are engaging with you on social media.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

With so many competing social media ecosystems, it can be overwhelming to keep track of all the features. But we’ll discuss the common social media features brands benefit from the most and a few untapped features to consider. We’ll also explain the criteria brands can follow to decide which social media app to invest in.

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Buffer Social

OCTOBER 21, 2019

It doesn’t get much better than a moment of delight on social media. Social media engagement seems like a slam dunk strategy. One of the quickest and easiest ways to set yourself apart on social media is simply to reply. You can be among that elite 12 percent, simply by engaging.

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Sprout Social

MAY 19, 2021

Now, customers are shifting to social for praise, complaints and everything in between. Creating a social media interaction strategy is essential for long-term customer satisfaction. Most consumers expect brands and companies with a social media presence to interact with their customers in meaningful ways.

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agora pulse

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Need a good social media marketing book that fuels your learning and your career? Here’s our list of favorite reads for different aspects of social media. To monitor social media algorithm updates, feature rollouts, and new tactics, you probably read blogs or watch explainer videos.

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Hootsuite

JANUARY 4, 2023

More than three-quarters of the world’s population aged 13+ uses social media. billion people are active social media users. Social media marketing provides a unique opportunity to connect with this massive audience on the platforms where they already spend their time. What is social media marketing?

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Hootsuite

MAY 20, 2021

Since as far back as 2016, the number of people using the top social messaging apps like WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and WeChat/Weixin has consistently surpassed people using the top social networks (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter). In fact, according to our Digital 2021 Report , there are now: 2 billion users on WhatsApp.

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Oktopost

OCTOBER 24, 2022

How to measure engagement on an employee spotlight. This type of content can be posted everywhere, but it’s most common on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. However, keeping a consistent format will maximize engagement by letting audience members know what to expect from your content.

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Unmetric

JUNE 11, 2019

It’s pretty evident that social media isn’t anymore just a medium for communication and funny cat videos. The network is crowded with brand advertisements, contests, free giveaways and much more that vie for consumers attention. You can dissect which type of your posts on social garner more engagement and at what time.

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Hootsuite

MARCH 2, 2022

Let’s talk about why it’s important to understand social media marketing for retail brands. Nearly three-quarters ( 74.8% ) of the world’s population over the age of 12 use social media. Those people are engaging with retail brands on social. But that’s not the only social media impact on retail brands.

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Hootsuite

MAY 21, 2020

Social media monitoring tools let you keep track of every conversation, account, keyword, and hashtag that’s relevant to your business. But before we do, let’s look at exactly what social media monitoring is and why it’s critical to any successful social marketing strategy.

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Hootsuite

APRIL 29, 2020

A social media posting schedule is a lifesaver for busy social marketers. In addition to making your workday less stressful, using a social media scheduler can help you plan an effective content mix. You can look for opportunities to reinforce social messaging across platforms. Conduct a social media audit.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 3, 2022

To create an effective marketing, sales or social media strategy, you must first have a clear idea of who is consuming your content and why. In this guide, we’ll show you how to better understand your target audience by creating buyer personas built on social media data. And their social media game is tight.

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Ignite Social Media

MAY 22, 2019

LinkedIn has prioritized on-platform engagement over the last few months, developing a handful of new features that encourage dialogue and help facilitate interaction between members. With record levels of engagement – up 24% year over year – it seems those efforts are paying off. LinkedIn Live. Post Reactions.

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Sprout Social

AUGUST 30, 2021

But just because you show up on multiple channels, does not guarantee a successful multichannel campaign—especially if your social media team was left out of the planning phase. According to the latest Sprout Social Index™, 86% of marketers believe social media influences their bottom line. Me: It IS a great pic!

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Ignite Social Media

APRIL 29, 2019

Spring is synonymous with change and that certainly applies when it comes to social media. There were a whole host of new features and updates being rolled out over the past month from some of the top social platforms. Let’s talk about the April Social Media Trends! . Instagram Shopping Evolves.

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