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The Biggest Social Media Moments of 2023

Social Media Strategies Summit

It’s fair to say 2023 has been a busy year in the social media world. Cockroach Slays at Met Gala Many major social media moments are entirely predictable. Sadly, it also proved to be one of the shortest-lived social media moments of 2023: It is with deep sadness that we must report the #MetGala cockroach was stepped on.

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9 E-commerce Social Media Marketing Tips for 2024

Social Media Strategies Summit

of internet users aged 16 to 64 use social media, spending an average of 2 hours and 23 minutes daily browsing social networks. So, whether you want to up your e-commerce social media game or ensure you’re getting the basics right, here are the tips and best practices you must follow in 2024 and onwards.

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How to Strategically Use Social Media Trends to Boost Your Brand

Ignite Social Media

Social media moves fast. As a social media marketer, it can be tempting to jump on every viral trend in hopes of riding that wave of engagement. Will joining this conversation help us achieve our current social media goals ? Trends come and go in the blink of an eye. Adjust your approach accordingly.

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10 Examples of Brands Hopping on Social Media Trends (That Worked)

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But for every high-profile failure, there are countless instances where brands got it exactly right when hopping on social media trends. This article will focus on the second camp, sharing 10 of our favorite examples of brands that used trending subjects to generate social engagement.

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Netflix’s Social Media Strategy Unveiled: A Comprehensive Analysis

Keyhole.co

But beyond their top-notch content, they’ve also made a name for themselves on social media. In this blog, we’ll be taking a deep dive into what Netflix is doing right on social media and how they’ve contributed to their success. But first, let’s dive into what their social media accounts look like.

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9 Inspiring Examples of Higher Education Institutions on Social Media

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It’s hard to understate the importance of social media in higher education marketing. Because teens – in other words, the ideal target audience for most higher ed marketing campaigns – use social media a lot. According to Common Sense Media , US teenagers average almost 7.5 Image source . Baylor University.

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Viral and Cultural Moments: How and When Brands Should Tap into the Conversation

Social Media Strategies Summit

Viral trends and cultural moments can be a social media marketer’s best friend. But tapping into buzzworthy conversions isn’t a silver bullet for social media success. Understanding When a Trend Fits Your Brand Okay, so authenticity is essential when it comes to joining the conversation.