The Forward Observer

MARCH 1, 2024

Social Media Strategy: A Practical Guide to Social Media Marketing and Customer Engagement by Julie Atherton About the Book Social media marketing is no longer optional. This book unpacks the winning formula for effective social media marketing complete with comprehensive updates and the latest developments.

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Social Media Social Marketing Enterprise Management Marketing & Strategy 169

KoMarketing Associates

JANUARY 20, 2022

Marketers continue to see the potential of social media, but new research indicates that they are still facing many challenges when it comes to fully leveraging it. This year, most marketers (53%) want to try to increase brand awareness with social media marketing. B2B Marketers and Social Media Marketing Success.

Social Media 243

Social Media Creativity Social Marketing Media 243

Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 12, 2020

I’m a big believer in making the content you publish the hub around which your content marketing strategy revolves. However, to rock content marketing in today’s omni-channel world, social media plays a key supporting role. Here’s how: Align Your Social and Content Strategies with Your Brand.

Social Media 327

Social Media Top of Funnel Social Marketing Marketing & Strategy 327

Navigate the Channel

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

You have chosen the right social channels for your association, created your content calendar and embarked on a successful journey to engage with farmers through social media. It may be time to reach beyond your group of loyal followers and extend your message to a broader audience with a paid social program.

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Paid Content Paid Social Agency Social Media Advertisements 122

SmartBrief - Marketing

MARCH 7, 2024

One area marketers can’t dismiss is dark social media activity. According to Capterra research , marketers say nearly half of their brand’s web traffic can be attributed to dark social channels. As consumers grow more wary about their privacy online, they’re turning to closed spaces to share and engage with content.

Social Media 104

Social Media Social Marketing Peer-to-peer Media 104

Marketing Insider Group

APRIL 2, 2019

In corporate media you must provide a steady stream of quality content that will interest, excite and, oh yes, engage your audience. In the past, social was seen as a “nice-to-have” component to the business. But now more than ever, these social networks play a major role.

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Social Media Advertising Channels Media Social Networks 273

Convince & Convert

DECEMBER 15, 2023

User behavior is changing, and studies show that around 31% of consumers use social media channels to find answers to their queries. If you’re growing your business and footprint online, this is the best time to understand social media SEO. What is social media SEO? Tim Hanson is doing the same.

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Social Media SEO Cost Per Click Media 154

Martech

APRIL 19, 2024

Even with new channels and new tactics entering the fray on a regular basis, the debate around how to do lead gen rages on, including on social media channels. And social media is a good place to start if you’re looking for consumers who are thinking about researching and buying products. Meta saw 16.6%

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Lead Gen Paid Content Social Media Sales Qualified Leads 97

Brandpoint

APRIL 13, 2023

It’s no secret that video content is the name of the game when it comes to generating social media impressions, engagement and traffic. But, don’t forget: it’s important to not do video just for the sake of creating video content. Here are 13 solid video content ideas to bolster your social media presence: 1.

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Social Media Traffic Top of Funnel Media 118

Spiralytics

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

However, there are several avenues where social media automation can be a game changer. From crafting engaging content, suggesting hashtags, analyzing posts, and several other tasks, it can help you reduce time spent on repetitive tasks. What is Social Media Automation? How Does Social Media Automation Work?

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Social Media Automation Marketing AI Marketing Automation Services 126

Convince & Convert

DECEMBER 13, 2023

As a social media brand or content creator, getting an audience hooked on your uploads is as fundamental as it is challenging. The good news is that if you’re having that issue and you seek to increase those engagement rates on social media, you’ve come to the right place.

Social Media 150

Social Media Video Marketing Media Eye-Tracking 150

The Lead Agency

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Social media platforms are flooded with new content each day. In all of this noise, how can you cut through the clutter and get the most out of your company’s social media presence? But consistently posting new content relevant to your audience and full of variety can take time and effort.

Social Media 126

Social Media Social Marketing B2B Marketing Media 126

Martech

MARCH 12, 2024

For the last two decades, B2B marketers have tried to figure out how to use social media to reach buyers. There have been starts and stops along the way, but we are now seeing social media being used strategically. Here’s a list of key things CEOs should know about social media in business marketing.

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Social Media Media B2B Advertising Agencies 79

Oktopost

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Social media has revolutionized B2B marketing. And businesses recognize the power of social media in driving tangible results. 60% of US B2B marketers named social media the most effective B2B channel for driving revenue in 2023. However, social media is also the fastest-evolving channel.

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Social Media Trends Media B2B 117

Navigate the Channel

DECEMBER 7, 2023

To stay on top of your game, you need to spice up your social media marketing. Break Away From Boring Being a B2B enterprise doesn’t mean your content or attitude has to be ho-hum. An exciting way to make emotional connections is through video content. FAQs How can I make my B2B content more engaging?

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Social Media Social Marketing B2B Marketing Marketing Attribution 122

Convince & Convert

DECEMBER 6, 2023

And it’s exactly why you should focus on providing holistic customer service through social media. On social media, most customers just want to be heard and understood. Not sure how to provide great customer support via social media? 13 Social Media Customer Service Stats You Must Know 1.

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Work Management Marketing Management Social Media Stats 143

Launch Marketing

APRIL 10, 2024

Social media has become an important marketing channel for B2B startups. 89% of B2B marketers use LinkedIn for lead generation and by 2025 it is projected that 80% of B2B sales interactions will occur on digital channels. Social media also provides access to a key demographic for B2B businesses, the decision-makers.

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Startups Social Media Social Marketing B2B Marketing 62

SocialPilot

JANUARY 21, 2024

Social media has too many things to offer to brands and users. A call-to-action can be a slight nudge for commenting on your social media posts or the final call to sign up for a free trial. You can even use social media CTA to distribute your gated content like downloading an ebook, templates, checklist, or more.

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Social Media Examples Media Urgency Marketing 119

Optinmonster

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Not sure where to start: email marketing vs. social media? Both email and social media marketing are promising channels to grow your business. In this post, we’ll share important insights into email and social media marketing. Which Drives More Sales: Email or Social Media? That’s 61.4%

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Social Media Email Marketing Social Marketing Marketing Budget 111

Stevens & Tate

MARCH 7, 2024

Mastering the art of digital and social media marketing is no longer an option. Digital and social media marketing form the backbone of successful brand strategies, offering unparalleled opportunities for engagement, reach, and conversion. It’s a must.

Social Media 95

Social Media Social Marketing Media Marketing & Strategy 95

SocialPilot

APRIL 15, 2024

If content is king, then conversion is queen -John Munsell Think about it. The fundamental aim of any activity performed by a social media marketer on social networks is to gain followers. In fact, it is the first step of any social media marketing campaign. Here again, social media analytics could be vital.

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Social Media Media Lead Ranking Lead Scoring 96

Oktopost

MAY 23, 2023

But anyone who has been involved in content creation for more than 5 minutes will no doubt be a little cautious around the copy-paste routine. Content is king, but only if it’s original – only if it finds a way to offer some unique, never-seen-before vantage point on a subject that interests the widest audience possible, right?

Social Media 91

Social Media Social Marketing Media Content 91

Sprout Social

JANUARY 29, 2024

Social media networks, and the way users interact with them, evolve quickly. This year, plan for more changing audience preferences and deeper social media fragmentation. Every pot has a lid Today’s social media ecosystem is made up of many networks with unique algorithms, content formats and audiences.

Social Media 112

Social Media Allocation Media Marketing & Strategy 112

Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

What is social media technology? At its core, social media technology is software designed to manage a company’s social media profiles across multiple platforms. From emerging networks to well-established platforms, audiences have a nearly insatiable appetite for social media content across channels.

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Social Media Work Management Marketing Management Media 102

Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Social listening plays a vital role in this area. Tapping into social media conversations points to customer insights that go beyond surface-level metrics and unearth the real needs, desires and pain points of your audience. Her YouTube channel and newsletter provide tips on how to use the tool.

Social Media 109

Social Media Ideal Customer Profiles Media Customer Satisfaction 109

Sprout Social

JANUARY 9, 2024

According to The Sprout Social Index™ , consumers across age groups agree the most memorable thing a brand can do on social media is respond to customers. Evolving your social strategy to meet consumer demands requires you to listen better, scale your customer care efforts and integrate your social and customer data.

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Social Media Personalization Media Work Management 124

Go Beyond SEO

MARCH 13, 2024

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on using social media for manufacturers to boost your brand. In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful tool for businesses to connect with their target audience and establish a strong online presence.

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Social Media Media Brand Identity Branding 78

DivvyHQ

JANUARY 5, 2022

With social media still being the top content distribution channel for major brands, it needs to occupy the lion’s share of your content planning during the coming year. This guide to up-and-coming social media marketing trends can help you lead the pack in 2022. Let's go!

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Social Media Social Marketing Planning Media 124

Martech

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Never has the expression, “Don’t confuse activity for performance,” rang truer than in B2B social media programs. You can divide organizations into two buckets based on their approach to social media execution: Those that think strategically and plan their programs. The ones who just post… anything and everything.

Social Media 124

Social Media Media B2B B2B Thought Leadership 124

Stevens & Tate

JANUARY 24, 2023

Social media has become one of the most important marketing platforms over the past decade or so. This is because there are hundreds of different social channels out there, all of which cater to different demographics. Why You Should Focus On Engagement Social media allows you to connect directly with your audience.

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Social Media Media Search Engine Marketing PR 123

Sprout Social

MAY 18, 2023

Social practitioners wear many hats as they balance emerging networks and formats. Yet, strong social media copywriting skills remain the foundation of bringing a social strategy to life. Social media copywriting varies greatly by industry and brand. How is our audience reacting to competitors’ content?

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Copywriting Social Media Practices Marketing AI 126

Sprout Social

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Ah social media. As social media platforms have changed over the years (RIP, Vine), so too have the pros and cons of social media. Not so long ago, brands and executives were still wondering whether they should be on social media at all. Why social media is good. sproutsocial.

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Social Media Media Privacy Transparency 140

Martech

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Nearly three-quarters (74%) of consumers say they’re likely to reach out to a brand on social over the holidays, according to a new study by social media management platform Sprout Social. Communicating with shoppers over the channels they prefer is an important part of customer experience and the customer journey.

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Social Media Contacts Media Brand Identity 114

Sprout Social

JULY 25, 2023

Brands need the context social media metrics provide to meet today’s dynamic consumer space and take their business to the next level. That’s why leaders from more than 700 companies surveyed in the 2023 State of Social Media Report revealed that 85% of their business decisions were strongly informed by social data and insights.

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Marketing Analytics Tools Social Media Top of Funnel Analytics 140

Navigate the Channel

JUNE 19, 2023

Your social media followers probably aren’t counting the number of times you #hashtagoverkill digital marketing, B2B or marketing mindset, but it may feel to you like your content ideas are repetitive or #stuck. Feeling baffled about how to generate new content (remember the early days when we thought creator’s block was a myth?)

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Social Media Media Curation Content 65

Sprout Social

DECEMBER 6, 2023

You’d be hard-pressed to find healthcare marketers that don’t understand the value of social media for healthcare , according to Jill Florence, Director of Enterprise Sales at Sprout Social. However, as Katherine Van Allen, Senior Solutions Engineer at Sprout, points out, the benefits of social outweigh the risks.

Social Media 104

Social Media Enterprise Management Work Management Marketing Management 104

Top Rank Marketing

JANUARY 31, 2024

From MySpace to Meta, social media has been through more evolutions than a deck of Pokémon. hours a day on social media, making it the most effective global marketplace for brands who want to offer their customers a more personalized and interactive experience. People around the world spend an average of nearly 2.5

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Social Media B2B Marketing Social Marketing B2B Thought Leadership 92