Social Media Updates: Page 318

  • Social Media Grammar Police

    In social media, we'd all love to have flawless Facebook posts, Twitter feeds, blogs and emails, but that's rare. More importantly, it's really not the point. It's called "sharing" for a reason. Don't belittle the point that someone is trying to communicate their thoughts, emotions and opinions (unsolicited or otherwise) to you. And they should be able to express whatever they can as best as they can.

    By Frank Bocchino • March 2, 2015

  • Snapchat and Adult Entertainment

    Snapchat's Snapcash feature is allowing people to solicit private sex shows with strippers and porn stars on your family friendly picture sharing app. I say 'family friendly', but I'm sure you're well aware that Snapchat hasn't always proven to be the most 'PG13' app out there. In fact, durin...

    By • March 2, 2015

  • Optimize Your Social Media Profiles

    The one thing all social media platforms have in common is that each one lets you manage a profile page that summarizes who you are. This may appear to be a trivial aspect of social networking, in fact you may even consider it time-consuming and annoying to have to complete and maintain your profile. But your profile is one of the first things people check out about you and they will judge you simply by what it looks like and what it says.

    By • March 2, 2015
  • SMT Expert

    7 Secrets to Rocking LinkedIn Showcase Pages

    In this article I'll give you seven secrets to creating compelling LinkedIn Showcase pages that speak to the audience you're trying to reach. Late last year LinkedIn announced the availability of showcase pages. Showcase pages were touted as way for brands with multiple products and services to show them off.

    By • March 1, 2015

  • Twitter Is All About Timing

    You've got the content side of things nailed and you're generating really compelling, interesting content.. but why aren't you receiving the CTR and engagement you deserve?Have you ever thought that maybe you're just not quite on top of your Twitter timings?Research has found that there are specific times of the day/week that are best to boost your social media airtime.Let's break it down..

    By • Feb. 28, 2015

  • Why February 26th Will Go Down in Social Media Internet History

    What started off as a normal Thursday quickly spiraled into one of the oddest days on social media that I've ever seen. Two separate events rocked Twitter and suddenly took off to become featured stories on national news channels and top business publications. What happened? Why does it matter? How can we, as marketers, take advantage?

    By • Feb. 28, 2015

  • Be a Pinterest Pro

    Pinterest isn't all fantasy holiday boards and dream wedding inspiration. Right now, hundreds of thousands of businesses are leveraging the power of Pinterest to drive traffic to their websites and increase sales.

    By • Feb. 27, 2015

  • Change Is Good: A Social Media Strategy

    It is tempting to share content on everything. Instead become a thought leader in a few chosen topics. I personally only share content on social media, email marketing and Channel Marketing.

    By • Feb. 27, 2015

  • Major Social Media Changes of 2015

    Social media is constantly changing and these past few months have seen some massive developments, a few of which may require you to adjust your overall strategy. Check out this list of the top 11 major social media changes so far in 2015.

    By • Feb. 27, 2015

  • Videos on Facebook: Get in While They're Hot!

    Videos are hot, hot, hot on Facebook! Here are five things to look out for.

    By • Feb. 27, 2015

  • Google Inbox Gets Social

    'Social search' essentially refers to bringing the traditional word-of-mouth experience online. It is now generally accepted that consumers are more likely to pay attention and trust recommendations from some one they know- people are curious about what their networks have to say.

    By • Feb. 26, 2015

  • Top 5 LinkedIn Mistakes You Need to Avoid to Get the Best Results

    Looking for a job? These days, it's possible to find the best ones online. All you need is a proper presence in the world of internet. There are quite a few social media platforms that can be used for job search. For example, one of the largest social media platforms, Facebook can be of great help if you are looking for jobs.

    By • Feb. 26, 2015

  • Stage Set to Find Tweets on Google Search Results Once Again

    Twitter has recently found out that a whopping 125 million users visit the website every month, but do not register or view the content at all. The company hopes that this can be mitigated by this deal, as people will be able to see content from Twitter more on the Google search results.

    By • Feb. 25, 2015

  • Using Social Media Metrics to Inform Your Digital Strategy

    The value of social media metrics goes far beyond just showing where to post and when on social networks. This data can be a window into the interests, desires and frustrations of your customers, and when matched with a comprehensive analytics system can fuel insights that are relevant for your whole digital marketing strategy.

    By • Feb. 25, 2015

  • Is Instagram Part Of Your Business Marketing Strategy?

    With over 300 million active monthly users Instagram is becoming harder to ignore. The difficulty most businesses have is just how to use it.

    By • Feb. 25, 2015

  • Why We Are Loving Twitter Ads Right Now

    Over the last 60 days we've implemented Twitter ad campaigns for the majority of our clients. When compared to LinkedIn Sponsored Content, Facebook Ads and Google AdWords, Twitter is outperforming on CTR and CPM. Also, early indicators show a cost-per-conversion lower than the competitors, although more data is needed. So what's going on with Twitter? Why are the ads driving impact?

    By • Feb. 24, 2015
  • SMT Expert

    Stop Forcing Slang on Social Sites

    The need to connect with your audience is a universal need for each and every business, no matter the size. But there is a right and a wrong way to do it. One that will earn you the supportive, age-appropriate audience of your dreams and one that will land you on a Twitter account dedicated to strained branding.

    By • Feb. 24, 2015

  • Cool Ways to Promote Your Facebook Event

    These creative and 'out of the box' tips will help to promote your next event on social media. If successful, they will not only draw a larger audience but they will impact your search rankings and leverage traffic to your website.

    By • Feb. 23, 2015

  • Will Brands Ever Have a Date With Tinder?

    Tinder is essentially a social media dating app due to the nature of it. You create a profile, connect with others and share info and pics. So could brands take advantage of this opportunity to gain access to a whole new market?

    By • Feb. 23, 2015

  • Continue Living on Facebook after Death Through the Legacy Account

    A new feature added by Facebook is an effort to create a living will for you on your social media profile. This will make the process of accessing your account easier for your loved ones after you have passed away.

    By • Feb. 23, 2015

  • Are Twitter Ads Worth It?

    To find success with advertising on Twitter, you need a substantial budget or better hope users share your content like crazy. It's either go all in, or don't bother at all. However, for those with a large bankroll and an innovative strategy, there is the potential for explosive growth through a well-targeted Twitter campaign.

    By • Feb. 23, 2015

  • 10 Stats That Prove Your Work Has a Social Media ROI

    Ever wonder what the point of it all is? Stop wondering. Social media ROI is not a myth. We can prove it. - See more at: http://www.kierastein.com/stats-social-media-roi/#sthash.DxHNg5Om.dpufEver wonder what the point of it all is? Stop wondering. Social media ROI is not a myth. We can prove it. ...

    By • Feb. 23, 2015

  • How Twitter and Facebook Are Helping Nab Bad Guys

    Social media is constantly evolving. From a platform to share our photos and musings or catch up with high school pals, it's turned into a venue for job searching and now for fighting crime

    By • Feb. 23, 2015

  • The Dangers of Automated Twitter Tools

    Maintaining a steady flow of tweets and interaction on Twitter isn't as easy as it sounds. Some brands have even resorted to using automated online platforms to pre-schedule posts, favourite tweets , blanket send direct messages and follow people.

    By • Feb. 23, 2015

  • The Social Mojo of Oscar Predictions

    On the eve of the Academy Awards, I perused the Oscar oracles of several top media channels wondering how the box office factored into their Best Picture Oscar category picks. But I was also curious how wagering on the popular vote-social media sentiment-might hypothetically influence the outcome. If the "social correlation" were ever to become a nominating factor at the Academy, how might the popular vote sway the ballot, or even predict a winner.

    By • Feb. 22, 2015