Tammy MayrendJanuary 3, 2015 There is always interesting discussion at the end of one year looking into the next – What are the social media predictions, trends and hot topics to look forward to. This year I thought to analyze several of the expert predictions for what is to come from a recent Business 2 … Continue reading 2015 Social Media Predictions
Category Archives: Social Media Marketing
5 Simple Ways to Engage Your Customers Through Instagram
Gabby SantiJanuary 2, 2015 Why do I love shopping small? Small businesses have always offered me unique and memorable experiences. The owners care about their customers and work directly with you to make sure you are satisfied with every purchase you make. But these memorable experiences shouldn’t only occur during in-store interactions. You also need … Continue reading 5 Simple Ways to Engage Your Customers Through Instagram
Amplify Your Social Media Marketing With Paid Advertisements
Ivan SerranoJanuary 2, 2015 So you have an amazing story to tell, but you have no idea how to get the word out. Do you write about it in your blog? Do you share the news on social media? Or both? Social amplification is a strategy many brands struggle with. While most businesses have a … Continue reading Amplify Your Social Media Marketing With Paid Advertisements
The Who, What & Where of Social Media 2014 (Infographic)
Bob HutchinsJanuary 2, 2015 7 Don’t-Miss Facts On Social Media 2014Looking for a short, sweet recap of a year in social media? This concise social media infographic from Didit assimilates the key points you need to know in order to understand the state of social media in 2014. As we look ahead to another … Continue reading The Who, What & Where of Social Media 2014 (Infographic)
Facebook Is Changing The Rules — Again
Amanda ClarkJanuary 1, 2015 Small business owners, do you have your Facebook marketing down to a science? Do you routinely post promotional content that generates significant visibility—and website referral traffic? If so, then that’s something to be proud of, but also something to safeguard and protect. And doing so might become a bit harder … Continue reading Facebook Is Changing The Rules — Again
An Inside Look At The Top Users On Pinterest & The Confusing World Of Paid Pinning
Many of the top users on Pinterest lead a private, nonpublic life and the muddy monetization rules from both Pinterest and the FTC may keep them that way. Greg Finn on December 24, 2014 Unlike YouTube or Vine, you won’t find any comedians. Dissimilar to Insagram, there isn’t the suggestion of celebrity or riches. … Continue reading An Inside Look At The Top Users On Pinterest & The Confusing World Of Paid Pinning
More Brands Uploading Video Directly To Facebook Vs. Posting YouTube Videos On Facebook Pages [Report]
SocialBakers says natively uploaded videos are winning an 80 percent share of all video interactions happening on Facebook. Amy Gesenhues on December 18, 2014 Social media analytics company SocialBakers is throwing more fuel on the fire that is the Facebook video versus YouTube video showdown. Two months after forecasting the number of videos uploaded … Continue reading More Brands Uploading Video Directly To Facebook Vs. Posting YouTube Videos On Facebook Pages [Report]
5 ways to rock social media without making it feel like a chore
By Anton Koekemoer December 08, 2014 Even though many small to medium size businesses are realizing the power of social media and how it can be used to create awareness for their products and services, how are you going to integrate social media into your busy day? If you have a small business or … Continue reading 5 ways to rock social media without making it feel like a chore
What Must Change In Social Media Marketing For 2015
Leslie Hughes December 3, 2014 This past year, I’ve re-connected with several friends I used to have frequent conversations with on Twitter. We all agree that this medium has changed significantly in a few short years. When many of us began adopting Twitter in 2007/2008, we collaboratively found a collaborative group of “strangers” who … Continue reading What Must Change In Social Media Marketing For 2015
Social Media Bots Have No Value
Rachel Miller December 1, 2014 My title is “Chief Listener” at Pipeliner CRM. What does that mean I do? I listen. To everything. I listen for emerging social business trends and signs of social media tool evolution. I listen to customers, partners, and influencers. I listen to startup CEO’s and VP’s at established companies. I’m … Continue reading Social Media Bots Have No Value