Social Media Updates: Page 278
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Facebook's Launching a Re-Designed Like Button and New Chrome Apps to Boost Engagement
Facebook has announced a re-design of their Like button and two new Chrome extensions aimed at facilitating more engagement with web content.
By Andrew Hutchinson • June 29, 2016 -
Snapchat Essentials for Curious Newbies
Snapchat is arguably the most popular social media app around today. Here's a quick getting-started guide to show you the basics.
By Ben Shepardson • June 28, 2016 -
20 Tactful Instagram Tips You're Missing Out On
Here are 20 tips that can help boost your Instagram engagement and maximize your performance on the platform.
By Jordan Lore • June 28, 2016 -
Facebook Introduces New SlideShow Video Maker to Get Users Sharing More Content
Facebook's announced the addition of a new, Snapchat-like feature that will enable users to make video slideshows out of their latest photo and video content.
By Andrew Hutchinson • June 27, 2016 -
Twitter's Adding Searchable, Emoji-Like Stickers to Photo Uploads
Twitter has announced a new, emoji-esque option where users will be able to add 'stickers' to their photos - and those stickers will be searchable.
By Andrew Hutchinson • June 27, 2016 -
How to Use Twitter's Advanced Search Parameters to Uncover Relevant Mentions
Twitter's real-time stream is a rich vein of helpful, and potentially lucrative, insights. But you have to know how to find them. This post looks at Twitter's advanced search tools, and how to use them to best effect.
By Andrew Hutchinson • June 27, 2016 -
4 Top Twitter Habits of Successful Leaders
Over the past several years, business executives have taken to Twitter to stay connected with employees and customers - and the best of them have been able to leverage the platform to great effect.
By Benjamin Camerota • June 27, 2016 -
4 Key Ways to Optimize Your YouTube Channel and Content
Looking to make the most out of YouTube? Here are some tips on how to build an effective YouTube presence.
By Veronika Baranovska • June 24, 2016 -
Facebook Announces New Additions for Live, Including MSQRD Masks
At VidCon, Facebook has announced a set of new tools for Facebook Live, including MSQRD masks, a Live waiting room and drop-ins for guests.
By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2016 -
Instagram Looking to Boost Video Consumption with New 'Picked for You' Channels
Instagram is adding a set of new, topic-driven video channels which are aimed at getting more people to consume more video content on the platform.
By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2016 -
5 Things You Should Avoid Posting On LinkedIn
LinkedIn's professional focus makes it unlike other social platforms like Twitter or Facebook, and thus, the content you share on LinkedIn also requires different consideration.
By Melonie Dodaro • June 23, 2016 -
House of Representatives Protest Underlines the Potential of Live-Streaming
A protest action being staged in the US House of Representatives is being broadcast to the world via live-stream, underlining the huge potential in such applications.
By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2016 -
5 Best Practices for Using Facebook Live
Facebook Live is producing some great results for brands. If you're considering going live, here are some quick tips to help.
By Bob Hutchins • June 22, 2016 -
Twitter Announces Longer Videos, Longer Vines, New Analytics and Video 'Watch Mode'
Twitter has unveiled a range of important changes to several of their video options, including an extension of Twitter video and a new app to track engagement.
By Andrew Hutchinson • June 21, 2016 -
Instagram Hits 500 Million Users, 300 Million Daily Actives
Instagram has today announced that it's now reaching half a billion daily active users, with 300 million people using the app daily.
By Andrew Hutchinson • June 21, 2016 -
Facebook Annual Stockholder Meeting - Future Projects, Trending Topics and Growth Planning
Facebook held its annual stockholder meeting yesterday, providing an overview of the current state of the social media giant and addressing questions about future projects
By Andrew Hutchinson • June 21, 2016 -
3 Must-Have Tools to Attract More Clients on LinkedIn
Here are some great shortcuts that'll help you attract more clients and generate more business for yourself on LinkedIn.
By John Nemo • June 21, 2016 -
Facebook Updates Ad Policy: What You Need To Know & What To Do About It
Are you aware of all the information you're sharing via Facebook, and who you're sharing it with? This guide will take you through the process of assessing and refining your Facebook data trails.
By Ronnie Charrier • June 21, 2016 -
10 Companies To Follow On Social Media Right Now
While it may seem easy to get things right on social media, it's a lot harder than it looks - here are 10 companies who are getting it right.
By Jessica Oaks • June 21, 2016 -
How Influential is Instagram on the Fashion Industry [Infographic]
Instagram is hugely influential in the world of fashion. This infographic frm Evoke.ie looks at just how influential the platform has become for the industry.
By Darnelle O'Brien • June 21, 2016 -
musical.ly is Dominating the Social World of Teens
musical.ly has emerged as the hot new place where today's youth gather online to create, listen to, and share music-based videos with each other.
By Travis Huff • June 21, 2016 -
7 Ways To Increase Your Facebook Reach
With Facebook organic reach declining, the need to find creative ways to boost your audience exposure is greater than ever. Here are some tips.
By Michael Wood • June 17, 2016 -
Why Microsoft's $26 Billion Bet on LinkedIn is Brilliant Business
This week, Microsoft purchsed LinkedIn for a cool $26 billion. Here's why it's a win-win, game-changing move for both parties - and professionals worldwide.
By John Nemo • June 16, 2016 -
6 Things You Never Want to Do on LinkedIn
If you're looking to maximize your use of LinkedIn, here are six tips on things to avoid from contributor Karen Yankovich.
By Karen Yankovich • June 16, 2016 -
Facebook Messenger and the New World of Bots
Messenger is no longer just a chat app, but an entire communications ecosystem all contained within an app-like structure that resides inside your mobile phone.
By Paul Chaney • June 16, 2016