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Dark Social in 2023: Here’s Why (and How) You Should Track It

Hootsuite

Welcome to dark social. Don’t worry, dark social isn’t the same as the notorious “dark web” trying to lure you into evil. Dark social is the oldest social network in action: private, untraceable human-to-human communication. What are dark social strategies?

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What day is leg day? And 8 other questions answered with listening data

Sprout Social

A leading medical device manufacturer wanted to understand conversations about efficient heart valve technology within its industry and which factors influence patients’ buying decisions. The company viewed social media as a massive, unorganized focus group.

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How to collect and mine your social media data for growth

Sprout Social

Social media data is information collected from social media networks that demonstrates how users share, view or engage with your content or profiles, and the content or profiles of your competitors. Track conversations around your brand Social is like a 24/7 focus group.

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How to Conduct a Social Media Sentiment Analysis (Tools + Free Template)

Hootsuite

That means you need to understand how your audience feels about your brand, your social posts, and your campaigns, not just how much they mention you. Back in the Mad Men era, marketers brought in focus groups to understand how people might respond to a new advertising campaign or slogan.

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4 overlooked B2B market research methods for understanding your customers

Sprout Social

Analyze industry and brand-relevant conversations on social media. Consulting peers—either in person, or online via product review websites or social networks—is consistently among the most trusted ways for buyers to source information. How can those findings influence your marketing campaigns or product development?

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5 Data-Backed Social Media Trends You Need to Know for 2019

Buffer Social

Stories and rise of ephemeral content across social networks , which I’m sure we’ll see a lot more of in 2019, is capturing the hearts and minds of audiences everywhere. Each ad campaign should target a focused group based on interests, jobs, relevant competitors, and previous interaction with your brand. Thanks for listening!

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