Sprout Social

JANUARY 16, 2020

If you’re still itching for your business to “go viral,” we don’t blame you. In fact, raising brand awareness is number one among the top social media goals of marketers today. This explains why so many businesses look toward viral marketing as an opportunity to catapult themselves into social media superstardom.

Viral Marketing 107

Viral Marketing Work Management Planning Paid Search Agency 107

Sprout Social

APRIL 16, 2020

It’s not too much of a stretch to suggest that many of us have an addiction to social media. The average daily social usage worldwide is around 144 minutes per day , with the average American spending roughly two hours and three minutes on social per day. i remember thinking “no way i’ll ever top this viral thread” 1.5

Work Management 145

Work Management Social Media Marketing Management Peer-to-peer 145

Sprout Social

JUNE 22, 2021

Rather than employ the spray and pray method, identifying which social media platforms a brand’s customers use is a more effective way to connect with one’s target audience. For brands looking to increase their reach and grow their business, there’s a good chance their next customer is on Facebook. Key Stats: Over 2.8

Social Media 118

Social Media Stats Ideal Customer Profiles Media 118

Webbiquity

MARCH 7, 2019

Social networks have become the primary means of keeping friends, family members, and business contacts up to date on what’s happening in our lives. 77% of all Americans have at least one social media profile. Social media is a powerful tool to build buzz around your event and drive attendance.

Social Media 200

Social Media Promotion Creativity Media 200

Optinmonster

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Do you want to learn how to increase sales with social media? Social media can be one of the best ways to connect with your audience and get your company in front of countless numbers of prospective customers. How to Increase Sales With Social Media. When do people use social media?

Social Media 79

Social Media Media Tips Ideal Customer Profiles 79

Brandwatch Marketing

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Marketing always has to adapt to new technology and although we can hardly call social media new anymore, a lot of businesses still haven’t caught up or got to grips with it. What is social media marketing? Social media marketing is any marketing that takes place on social media platforms.

Social Media 105

Social Media Social Marketing Media Planning 105

Martech Advisor

DECEMBER 19, 2019

There are a few social media campaigns that go viral and make a real impact on society. We handpicked 20 social media campaign ideas to give you an edge when planning your social strategy for 2020. A well-planned social media campaign helps brands create awareness, build a community, and drives sales.

Social Media 118

Social Media Campaigns Media Top of Funnel 118

Webbiquity

MAY 25, 2021

I think and talk and work a lot on the “big four” of the social networking world: Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube. In your view, what social networks beyond those big four should B2B marketers be paying attention to, if any? Now you’ve got “social media 2.0,” which tends to be more community-oriented.

B2B Marketing 334

B2B Marketing Practices B2B SMS 334

Convince & Convert

MAY 17, 2013

Jonah Berger , Marketing Professor at the Wharton School , joins the Social Pros Podcast this week to discuss his bestseller Contagious: Why Things Catch on , the science behind those viral marketing hits, and the importance of setting realistic and helpful goals with a viral marketing campaign. Please Support Our Sponsors.

Social Media 161

Social Media Media Viral Marketing Skype 161

Marketing Insider Group

JANUARY 24, 2023

Since it’s easier and cheaper to keep current customers happy than to acquire new ones, you should refine (or build) strong customer advocacy programs. Businesses invest in employee advocacy to expand the reach of their brands on social media, increase employee engagement, and generate new leads.

Enterprise Management 200

Enterprise Management Marketing & Strategy Marketing Strategy B2B Marketing 200

Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

AUGUST 10, 2017

A few weeks ago, on #marketochat, we discussed How to Increase Your B2B Social Media Engagement with Social Media Influencer, Neal Shaffer. Today, having social media presence is a necessity for any B2B organization. What Are the Core Elements in Any Good Social Engagement Strategy?

Social Media 134

Social Media B2B Thought Leadership Media B2B 134

Onalytica B2B

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

When most hear the term ‘influencer’ they think of the social media influencers on platforms such as Instagram, Twitter and YouTube endorsing consumer products to their audience in return for a pay cheque. Typically, more active on LinkedIn but no other platform other than personal social networks. Networkers.

Peer-to-peer 279

Peer-to-peer Thought Leadership Social Media Work Management 279

Brandpoint

JULY 24, 2018

Social media is a blessing and a curse. Social media also makes it easier than ever for brands to get widespread attention for a seemingly small mistake. Here are eight of the top social media marketing mistakes to avoid, what to do instead, and examples of brands who learned their lesson the hard way.

Social Media 96

Social Media Social Marketing Media Planning 96

Martech Advisor

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Social media automation is defined as the process of automating social media activities to optimize the results derived from social media channels. It helps marketers save time and effort spent on managing social platforms, engaging with prospects, and enhancing brand awareness. Table of Contents.

Marketing Automation Services 91

Marketing Automation Services Social Media Paid Content Automation 91

Sprout Social

JULY 30, 2019

From follower counts to post engagement percentages, the world of social media metrics can be confusing to wade into. These are generalized across social media channels. In this guide, we’ll go over what social media metrics are, why they’re important, how to find them and which ones you should be paying attention to.

Social Media 108

Social Media Media Budget Programs Response Rate 108

Sprout Social

JANUARY 9, 2017

Managing all of your social media networks can be a daunting task. Knowing the best times to post on social media is even more challenging. Just ask any seasoned social media manager how difficult it is to be on top of each network. Why You Should Know the Best Times to Post on Social Media.

Social Media 112

Social Media Media Best Practices Viral Marketing 112

Sprout Social

JANUARY 23, 2024

A series where we compile and analyze social media posts and campaigns inspiring us, and break down what makes them so genius. For another recent example of Auntie Anne’s top-tier community engagement, when the brand noticed a video about their pretzel bucket go viral , they quickly reached out to the creator and reshared it.

Brand Identity 110

Brand Identity Branding Communities Viral Marketing 110

Optinmonster

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Drawing up a pre-launch marketing plan can help you attract customers to your brand-new business even before the actual launch day. Its goal is to get the potential customers excited about buying your product. They give potential customers a glimpse of what’s about to come and keep them waiting excitedly till the launch date.

Campaigns 87

Campaigns Ad Building Planning Paid Search Agency 87

Tomorrow People

SEPTEMBER 13, 2012

The recent sale of former social media darling Digg for $500,000 (it was valued at $175m four years ago) is a timely reminder that in the world of social media , nothing is forever. Behold, three exercises in social media slapstick: Skittles falls prey to Twitter trolls. If so, click send.

Social Media 120

Social Media SIC Media Peer-to-peer 120

Sprout Social

JULY 19, 2022

That’s the question frustrating social media marketers today. According to 72% of our LinkedIn community , hashtagging impacts the overall performance of social media content. The first hashtag debuted on Twitter in 2007 from a product designer named Chris Messina. “I To hashtag or not to hashtag?

Effectiveness 122

Effectiveness Social Media Paid Search Agency Viral Marketing 122

Brandwatch Marketing

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Marketing always has to adapt to new technology and although we can hardly call social media new anymore, a lot of businesses still haven’t caught up or got to grips with it. What is social media marketing? Social media marketing is any marketing that takes place on social media platforms.

Social Media 52

Social Media Social Marketing Media Planning 52

Valasys

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Utilizing social media to promote your products and services is a great investment, regardless of your business’ scale or resources – it simply pays off. According to statistics, we spend around 42% of our waking hours browsing the internet, with 98% of people using at least two social media platforms.

Social Media 52

Social Media Examples Campaigns Media 52

Marketing Insider Group

MARCH 16, 2023

Whether it’s through their massive YouTube library, engaging social media, or in-person sporting events, Red Bull has mastered the art of telling people how their product can make them feel — and making them want to experience it firsthand. This message is huge for building connection with customers. By asking them to create it.

Marketing Agencies 2 234

Marketing Agencies 2 Lead Ranking Content Work Management 234

Webbiquity

JUNE 7, 2018

Social Media Marketing. The rapid spread of new smartphones and tablets is driving exponential growth in the number of social media users. This has opened up new possibilities for brands looking to harness the power of social media advertising. Connect with Twitter. Display Your Presence.

Paid Content 276

Paid Content Lead Ranking Lead Scoring Lead Gen 276

Sprout Social

AUGUST 23, 2016

Despite the growing popularity, social media for business is still put on the back burner for a lot of organizations. However, social media can benefit businesses of any size. Social Media for Business by the Numbers. Being successful with social media for business comes down to creativity and engagement.

Social Media 111

Social Media Paid Content Media Business 111

Sprout Social

APRIL 14, 2021

Between viral dances, memes, recipes, hacks and other TikTok trends, it’s hard to avoid the platform’s influence, leaving many brands to wonder—should we be on TikTok? Adding captions to your videos on social is a simple way to make them more accessible. Explore more easy ways to make your social media more inclusive and accessible.

Trends 145

Trends Effectiveness Marketing & Strategy Viral Marketing 145

Webbiquity

MARCH 18, 2011

but Charlie Sheen’s recent meteoric rise on Twitter aside (best not to rely on the perverse attraction of watching a drug-addled celebrity publicly self-destruct) here’s a shot a minimum list of characteristics that enable social media success. A social media strategy that’s all about “me me me!&#

Social Media 100

Social Media Media Viral Marketing Twitter 100

Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

As more companies adopt an omnichannel approach to engage with customers, keeping up with competitors can be challenging. What are they posting on social media? What kind of content are they publishing on their blog? Or, you might find their customers are asking for a new feature. You need to know it all.

SWOT 96

SWOT Budget Programs Eye-Tracking Advertising Benchmark 96

Sprout Social

MAY 15, 2023

Imagine being able to see into your customers’ minds to get a sense of their values, interests and motivations. While it’s not exactly possible to read people’s minds, you can get pretty close by listening in on their social media conversations. The social listening tools are part of a custom-built plan for enterprise users.

Tools 111

Tools Brand Identity Branding Enterprise Management 111

Sprout Social

MARCH 15, 2017

As social media marketers, it’s easy to get caught up in the fun, creative work of managing a great social media campaign. From tracking how your networks look to social media KPIs (key performance indicators) like engagement rates and follower counts, every section has its purpose.

Social Media 106

Social Media Media Business Work Management 106

Ambal's Amusings

MARCH 18, 2010

Does viral work for B2B marketing? We asked B2B Marketing experts: What are the components of a "good" viral B2B Marketing Campaign? Blog Marketing Interactions Twitter Ardath421. Every B2B marketer wants their content to be so widely acclaimed that it goes “viral.” Does viral work for B2B marketing?

Viral Marketing 100

Viral Marketing B2B Marketing Campaigns B2B Thought Leadership 100

Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

Twitter is an integral part of social media marketing these days. Almost every business, big and small, is on Twitter. It’s the perfect network for connecting to customers in real time and building connections. Unfortunately Twitter traffic has become more difficult to come by over the past few years.

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Twitter Traffic Ad Building Tips 100

Buffer

JULY 29, 2019

You can audit your marketing in many ways—be it a quick-and-simple social media audit or a full-scale blog review. I’ve bookmarked several of my favorites and dug up a handful of other useful graders and tools to come up with this list of 10+ website graders, content scores, and social media ratings.

Social Media 72

Social Media Social Marketing Media Dwell 72

Content Marketing Institute

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

? ?. Editor’s note: Given the ongoing need for brands to use social media strategically, we are sharing this article updated from its original publication last year. Curious as to whether user trust has deteriorated to the point where social media is no longer a safe space for your brand to play at all? You’re not alone.

Planning 111

Planning Social Media Template Marketing Plans 111

SocialPilot

JANUARY 21, 2024

We’ve reached a point in almost every social media platform where they include these short, bite-sized videos called stories. The next social media platform to join the bandwagon is TikTok. Once you’re satisfied with it, you can publish your story. Most of us are familiar with it. How to Use TikTok Stories?

Social Media 83

Social Media Ideal Customer Profiles Work Management Interactive Marketing 83

Hubspot

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

This was in 2014 when the Ice Bucket Challenge went viral and raised $220 million worldwide. That's what a successful social media campaign looks like. As a marketer, paying attention to these social media campaigns is important, especially since 45% of the world population is active on social media.

Social Media 52

Social Media Campaigns Media Viral Marketing 52

Webbiquity

JULY 23, 2019

Show your prospective customers how your products or services work. Showcase Your Customers. When was the last time you purchased a new product without having a look at the reviews from other customers? There’s nothing more credible than testimonials from customers who have used the product or service in the real world.

Video Marketing 244

Video Marketing Business Work Management Marketing Management 244