The Forward Observer

MARCH 8, 2024

Organic Social Media: How to Build Flourishing Online Communities by Jenny Li Fowler About the Book Organizations and institutions focused on community building have a built-in group of ambassadors who embrace their message and vision. She also manages MIT’s flagship X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads and TikTok accounts.

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Webbiquity

JANUARY 24, 2023

Social media advertising requires marketing professionals to proactively respond to continually evolving user habits and adapt to different trends. Image credit: Merakist on Unsplash The last year in social media saw consumer preferences shift, new technologies emerge, and certain social platforms flourish. Guest post by Nina Petrov.

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Martech

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

It’s hard to imagine the web as a real, tangible thing — especially in the context of social media and digital communities where a screen separates our reality from the insular worlds of the internet. But first — what exactly are micro-communities? The Pipedrive community forums. Corey Haines’ Swipe Files.

Communities 106

Communities Top of Funnel Word of Mouth Enterprise Management 106

Sprout Social

MAY 15, 2024

When you think of a social media manager’s job, you probably picture them planning and posting content all day. Social media managers brainstormed those ideas, wrote captions, designed visuals, researched hashtags and scheduled posts for the best engagement. But there’s much more to the job description.

Social Media 89

Social Media Marketing Attribution Automation Personalization 89

Contently

MAY 11, 2024

As a frequent traveler, I type in Google searches like this all the time, whether I’m looking for a satisfying slice or a sweaty HIIT class (I’ve got two speeds) — and this is precisely why local SEO content strategy is so critical for businesses. What’s more, local search can be a great equalizer.

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SEO Effectiveness Marketing & Strategy Content 146

Webbiquity

APRIL 4, 2023

The term “social media” implies connecting with others, socializing and sharing. While this is a reason one may engage with social media, from its earliest days other motives have driven users to partake. So, a brand’s content likely doesn’t belong on all platforms, nor should it be the same across all.

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Social Media Media Youtube Advertising Mediums 261

Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Social media marketers understand the power of community more than most. But for a long time, communities built specifically for them have been few and far between. Since its public launch in April 2023 , The Arb community has experienced remarkable growth in engagement, with membership consistently on the rise.

Communities 81

Communities Peer-to-peer Thought Leadership Webinar Metrics 81

Sharpspring

JULY 10, 2021

Looking for tips to optimize your brand’s community management for social media? We all know that building up your social media presence is a great way to improve brand awareness, create trust with your customers and increase your digital footprint. What Is Community Management for Social Media?

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Social Media Communities Work Management Tips 52

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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Stevens & Tate

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Digital Marketing Tactics for Senior Living Communities. It’s where they can get more information about your community. You can use your blog to provide useful information like how to downsize, how to stay healthy as you age, how to find the right senior community and how to find work as a senior. Social Media.

Communities 118

Communities Tactics Planning High Quality Lead 118

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. It’ll help you create a loyal community of followers and promote your page and business.

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Social Media SEO Cost Per Click Media 159

Sharpspring

JANUARY 6, 2020

Looking for tips to optimize your brand’s community management for social media in 2020? We all know that building up your social media presence is a great way to improve brand awareness, create trust with your customers and increase your digital footprint. What Is Community Management for Social Media?

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Social Media Communities Work Management Tips 73

SmartBrief - Marketing

JANUARY 9, 2024

But now, these brands are being challenged by a new cultural paradigm with the power of influence now in the hands of the consumer, the community and the influencers who cultivate loyalty versus overnight fame. For example, SHEIN and H&M were once the pulse of accessible, fast fashion.

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Marketing AI Communities Paid Search Agency Advertising Agencies 78

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. Your team is posting relevant, timely information and your community is engaged. Paid social media expands your audience beyond current followers.

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Paid Content Paid Social Agency Social Media Advertisements 122

ClearVoice

AUGUST 14, 2023

Today, ad campaigns run across multiple content marketing channels. Given these advances, can credit unions and community banks still produce content that markets themselves effectively? Providing personalized service by understanding customer needs is still the goal of content marketing. Absolutely.

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Marketing AI Communities Content Marketing Paid Search Agency 52

Sprout Social

JUNE 18, 2019

Does the person who post as your brand on Facebook also work to develop the community that the company is part of? Running a brand’s social media accounts is a lot of work. As the social media industry has evolved, each role in the marketing team has developed along with it. A social media manager will post on behalf of a brand.

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Social Media Communities Work Management Marketing Management 112

Sprout Social

AUGUST 3, 2023

In the span of 26 years, social media has transformed from a simple communication tool to a powerful marketing platform. And as a result, so has the role of social media managers. From content creation to community management, the responsibilities of social teams have expanded significantly.

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Content4Demand

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Today’s technology can help you piggyback on your network’s networks with community-driven content that amplifies the voices of your partners and customers. The question for you is: A re you creating that seamless connection between your buyers and your community of partners, peers and customers?

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Top of Funnel Communities Peer-to-peer B2B Thought Leadership 85

Content Standard

MARCH 12, 2024

Subscribe to our monthly newsletter , Content & Context, to receive more insights on the evolution of content from Skyword CEO, Andrew C. We’re living through the decline of mainstream media, and as marketers, we have a role to play in filling the void. No major media conglomerate has been spared.

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Media Brand Identity Branding Storytelling 94

Martech

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

B2B content marketing is an indispensable strategy for businesses looking to establish their brand, engage their target audience, and drive conversions. What is B2B content marketing? B2B content marketing is the creation and distribution of content, in all its forms, related to your business and relevant to customers.

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Marketing AI B2B Marketing B2B Thought Leadership Content Marketing 128

Convince & Convert

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Just when we thought we, as social media strategists and community managers, could rest up from the twists and turns of the last 18 months, the holiday season is upon us. . That takes us to the first recommendations for activating an excellent customer experience on social media this holiday season: Train Your Social Care Team.

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Stevens & Tate

MAY 13, 2022

A great way to use a strategy is to work with the community and advocacy. Having advocates and engaging with community will help your brand grow. The best way to advertise is through word of mouth and advocates in the community will do that. Community and Social Media. Make sure to monitor your community space.

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Communities Marketing Strategy Marketing & Strategy Word of Mouth 93

Thinkers360

MARCH 28, 2024

Thinkers360 Launches First-of-Its-Kind Brand Monitoring Tool Powered by B2B Analyst and Influencer Community Dallas, TX – March 29, 2024 – Thinkers360, a leading B2B thought leader community and analyst and influencer marketplace, today announced the launch of its groundbreaking brand monitoring tool.

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Communities B2B Thought Leadership Tools Thought Leadership 59

Contently

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

For today’s content creators and content marketing teams, unique original content is always the best route to take. The difference between borrowing and stealing can be blurry on social media, where memes, sounds, and other types of content are widely redistributed by brands and users alike.

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Ethics Social Media Trends Copyright 189

Sprout Social

MARCH 20, 2023

Your first instinct when implementing an organic social media strategy for a technology company would be to showcase your tech, right? But with organic social media (and the elusive algorithms that power it), you can’t target a specific audience. Community is a vague word though. Now, let’s talk about what community means.

Communities 85

Communities Paid Search Agency Product Peer-to-peer 85

Stevens & Tate

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Crafting an effective social media strategy is essential in today’s digital marketing landscape. This comprehensive guide explores crucial SEO issues to avoid, ensuring your social media efforts are both effective and rewarding. Understanding these can significantly enhance your content’s performance.

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Social Media SEO Optimization Media 96

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 117

Martech

AUGUST 31, 2021

“Community as a function of business and a function of practice has been a long time coming. That was Mike Rizzo, founder of the MO Pros community, in the first part of this two-part series on the significance of community marketing for brands. It’s just maturing. You need the technology to enable these things.

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Communities Work Management Marketing Management Paid Search Agency 116

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.

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Social Media Video Marketing Media Eye-Tracking 154

Sprout Social

MARCH 12, 2024

The 2024 US presidential election is several months away, but social media is already politically charged. A proof point that illustrates what many social marketers already know: Presidential elections make social media a hard place to navigate, even if your brand isn’t inherently political. Will brands sit this one out?

Social Media 110

Social Media Social Marketing Media Planning 110

Stevens & Tate

APRIL 18, 2024

These campaigns help build a rapport by providing consistent, valuable content that assists families in making informed decisions about senior care options. This ensures that the community responds promptly and appropriately to each prospect, which is crucial for converting inquiries into residencies.

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Marketing Automation Services Communities Marketing Automation Automation 52

Sprout Social

MAY 3, 2022

The cannabis industry is booming, which means more brands are leveraging social media as a channel to promote their products, share educational information about cannabis use, and advocate for decriminalization, social justice and destigmatization. The challenges of cannabis social media marketing.

Social Media 86

Social Media Brand Identity Branding Media 86

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. The dynamic industry landscape demands social media teams adapt fast, remain hyper vigilant to unpredictable user preferences and make room for experimentation.

Social Media 108

Social Media Allocation Media Marketing & Strategy 108

Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

When you think about the commitments that were made to individual communities and people altogether, taking that away is bad from a business perspective,” she says. The recognition and acknowledgement of diverse communities is so important for employees to feel seen, heard and included in the company culture.

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Social Media Practices Media Best Practices 107

Sprout Social

AUGUST 30, 2022

Discord is the future of online communities. Gen Z, in particular, is opting to spend time in smaller, private online communities. Marketers, creators and community builders looking to future proof themselves should take a moment to reflect—are you part of that “digital campfire? Instead, it is a community platform.

Communities 80

Communities Brand Identity Branding Template 80

Oktopost

MAY 12, 2021

It turns out that creating a brand community for your B2B company can give you that type of mouthwatering ROI. . B2B businesses need to foster a strong spirit of community to serve their clients and customers better. Let’s take a deeper look to learn how you can build a beneficial community around your B2B brand.

Communities 121

Communities Ad Building Brand Identity Branding 121

Navigate the Channel

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

As agriculture promotion groups (APGs) and checkoffs strive to provide educational information for farmers to keep them informed about investment activities and new opportunities, building a social community with your target audience can be a positive, engaging way to support key communication goals.

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