Convince & Convert

APRIL 12, 2024

The struggle is real for social media leaders, managers, and teams. Whenever you mention that you work in social media, from the outside looking in, people think that you take a photo and/or video and just hit “post” to make the magic happen. Nevertheless, we know it takes much more work to manage a brand on social media.

Social Media 139

Social Media ROI Media Cross-Selling 139

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

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

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.

Work Management 181

Work Management Marketing Management Communities Social Media 181

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.

Social Media 159

Social Media SEO Cost Per Click Media 159

ClearVoice

JUNE 19, 2020

Whether you’re looking for tools to boost your freelance career, needing support, or simply seeking ways to give back to the black community, here’s a list of organizations and resources to get you started. Therapy for Black Girls , or TFBG, is making remarkable strides in providing mental health resources for black women everywhere.

Resources 111

Resources Communities Guidelines Press 111

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.

Marketing AI 78

Marketing AI Communities Paid Search Agency Advertising Agencies 78

Marketing Insider Group

JANUARY 21, 2022

If you’re a B2B social media manager, you’ve probably noticed that organic social media reach has been on the decline in recent years. Here are 5 hacks you can use to boost your company’s organic social media reach. There are different best practices for every social media platform. Develop a Social Media Strategy.

Social Media 317

Social Media Organization Media B2B 317

Content Standard

MARCH 12, 2024

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. For years, Pew Research has reported a continual decline in the share of audiences following traditional media. Why does this matter?

Media 94

Media Brand Identity Branding Storytelling 94

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

Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Social media has become deeply ingrained in our daily lives, evolving from a novel tool to connect with friends into a central hub for entertainment, news, community building and discovery. Use this resource to identify the biggest ways your brand can capitalize on the power of social media in the coming year.

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Social Media Social Marketing Media CMO 117

Stevens & Tate

APRIL 18, 2024

Lead Management : The use of automation software in lead management allows senior living communities to capture and store detailed information about each prospect, from initial inquiry through to move-in. This analysis helps your community identify unique selling propositions (USPs) that can differentiate your services from others.

Marketing Automation Services 52

Marketing Automation Services Communities Marketing Automation Automation 52

Vidyard

MARCH 30, 2022

There is no shortage of great sales resources out there. However, sometimes the best way to advance your career is by networking and learning from sales experts within the community. Top Sales Communities to Join 2.1 Scott Ingram Scott Ingram is the Founder of Sales Success media. Sales Experts to Follow 1.1 Josh Braun 1.2

Sales Management 103

Sales Management Communities Top of Funnel Cold Calling 103

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

SmartBug Media

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Despite the constant struggle for equality, women have found ways to make our voices heard through different initiatives that range from in-person events to online communities. We have our own virtual community at SmartBug® called #LadyBugs, where we share articles and resources—or even vent when we need to. The Career Contessa.

Resources 98

Resources Newsletter Fulfillment Communities 98

Sprout Social

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The results are telling: According to our Q4 2023 Sprout Pulse Survey, respondents believe the average social media manager is: white (65%), female (73%), 25-40 years old (55%), and a part-time employee or freelancer (40%). What is it about social media careers that makes them dominated by white women? This led us to new questions.

Social Media 118

Social Media Paid Search Agency Media Advertising Agencies 118

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

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.

Marketing AI 52

Marketing AI Communities Paid Search Agency Ad Building 52

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. They engage with brands through webinars, social media, and even chatbots.

Social Media 121

Social Media B2B Marketing Social Marketing B2B Thought Leadership 121

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

DECEMBER 11, 2023

At Salesforce, we understand the unique value of community. That’s why we want to help you get the most out of the Trailblazer Community. Since its establishment in 2006, the Trailblazer Community has gained millions of members around the world. Peer-to-peer learning is a powerful tool for problem-solving and skill-building.

Communities 59

Communities Peer-to-peer Marketing AI Lead Scoring 59

ClearVoice

JANUARY 5, 2024

Allocating resources and setting a budget that reflects your content marketing goals is like having a GPS for your content strategy — it keeps everything on track. The question is, how do you budget for success and allocate resources to align with your content marketing goals? Influencer collaborations and paid media.

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Allocation Budget Programs Marketing Budget Resources 52

Brandpoint

JUNE 4, 2020

Liz Wassmann, Brand Manager at Farmer’s Fridge, oversees social media, email programs, content, copy and brand partnerships for this growing food delivery start-up. She also spent a couple years working in social media and writing content for big names like Randi Zuckerberg! AKA, most of us!) Because there is so much work to be done!

Resources 148

Resources Budget Programs Paid Search Agency Advertising Agencies 148

Hubspot

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Less access to banking in Black communities and a history of discriminatory lending practices have made it harder for Black founders to secure loans or financial assistance. The need for sustainable funding resources is an urgent need to support the future of Black businesses. Funding Resources for Black-Owned Businesses.

Resources 95

Resources Paid Search Agency Advertising Agencies Business 95

SmartBug Media

MARCH 19, 2021

Success not only requires a solid inbound strategy, but it also requires deep knowledge of the latest best practices in marketing, content, and design.Lucky for us, there are tons of marketing resources out there for B2B marketers looking for ways to improve performance and move the needle for their company or organization. SmartBug Media®.

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Paid Content Inbound Marketing Resources B2B Marketing 105

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. Social media should be part of healthcare organizations’ strategy. Please review our full disclaimer before reading any further.

Social Media 100

Social Media Enterprise Management Work Management Marketing Management 100

Sprout Social

APRIL 20, 2023

Most companies employ a social media agency to fill some sort of gap: the company does not have enough in-house resources or lacks the in-house expertise. Or perhaps it just makes sense from a budget or long-term planning standpoint to employ an agency vs. hiring a full-time resource. Be specific. Creating content?

Paid Social Agency 121

Paid Social Agency Paid Search Agency Social Media Ad Agencies 121

Sprout Social

JULY 21, 2022

If you want to improve your social media marketing strategy , you need to know about the different types of social media content and how or where you share that content. You could post on community review sites or live-stream it to the masses. You could post on community review sites or live-stream it to the masses.

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Social Media Social Marketing Media Curation 145

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.

Social Media 78

Social Media Media Brand Identity Branding 78

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. Social media can bring joy.

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Social Media Media Privacy Transparency 140

Sprout Social

MARCH 12, 2021

As people around the globe struggled to adjust to rapid changes in their lives, brands and marketers had to radically transform how they communicate with their audiences. Social media and digital channels often became brands’ only options for connection and conversation during a time when many were feeling isolated.

Resources 95

Resources Social Media Custom Publishing Digital Transformation 95

Brandpoint

AUGUST 21, 2023

In a world where social media has become an indispensable tool for manufacturing companies, navigating the optimal usage of your social media budget can be a perplexing puzzle. How do you effectively allocate your resources to achieve remarkable results? Here at Brandpoint, we understand the complexities involved.

Social Media 62

Social Media Allocation Advertising Agencies Social Marketing 62

sagefrog

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The digital space is evolving, and B2B social media marketing is witnessing a paradigm shift in 2024. As businesses embrace the dynamic nature of online platforms, staying ahead of the curve with the right social media experts, tech tools, and solutions becomes vital.

Marketing AI 67

Marketing AI Social Media Social Marketing B2B Marketing 67

Sprout Social

AUGUST 25, 2022

Investing in social media management increases your brand’s awareness, generates leads, drives traffic to your site and boosts community engagement. While that sounds great to executives and stakeholders, they may not understand how the costs associated with social media translate to business objectives. Let’s dive in.

Paid Content 121

Paid Content Social Media Work Management Marketing Management 121

Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

In this piece, the team behind Figo’s social media presence shared their tips for maintaining a regular social cadence and translating results to larger company goals. Why social media consistency matters for brands Consistency on social media isn’t just nice to have: it’s a non-negotiable for long-term success.

Social Media 108

Social Media Media Business Viral Marketing 108

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?

Top of Funnel 85

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