Hubspot

MARCH 3, 2020

Social media is an undeniably powerful marketing tool in 2020. We've seen the stats that back up using social media as a legitimate business practice. And we've seen examples of companies that saw phenomenal ROI after a social media campaign. With social media analytics tools.

Social Media 101

Social Media Budget Programs Analytics Work Management 101

Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

If you’re trying to wrap your head around modern social media, chances are you’re a bit overwhelmed. It’s a lot to take in, especially since the social space is almost unrecognizable from what it was a decade ago. Back then, you might see the occasional business profile. Hey, we totally get it.

Social Media 103

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KoMarketing Associates

MARCH 24, 2014

As a matter of fact, an estimated 310 million active users per month have propelled Twitter to number two on the list of most popular social networks, behind Facebook. While Facebook may be king of the social networks among the general public, Twitter’s business benefits for B2B companies far outweigh those of Facebook.

Ideal Customer Profiles 120

Ideal Customer Profiles Profiling Work Management Twitter 120

Sprout Social

JUNE 22, 2016

That same sentiment still rings true for social media marketers and advertisers. Now we’re counted on to show our work when we prove social media has a strong return on investment (ROI). It’s sort of crazy to think some businesses still don’t trust social media as an ROI source. What Is Social Media Data?

Social Media 97

Social Media Media Jigsaw Marketing Analytics Tools 97

Televerde

JUNE 22, 2021

Having an engaging social media presence is one of the most important aspects of a successful marketing strategy. Success on social media can generate new leads and give your business a boost. One way to boost your social media presence and still show off your brand personality is with social media automation.

Social Media 64

Social Media Automation Tools Personalization 64

Scoop.it

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Social media and email marketing go hand in hand. People may find your company’s products on social media. Both email marketing and social media strategy are crucial for future sales, so it makes sense to integrate the two activities. Why should you integrate email with social media strategy?

Social Media 76

Social Media Email Marketing Social Marketing Marketing & Strategy 76

Convince & Convert

JANUARY 2, 2014

Especially after launching Buffer for Business recently, a lot of business approached us, asking which practical tips we had for them to improve their social media and content marketing. So here are our best and most practical ways to see a big impact from your actions on social media: 1. A/B Test on Social Networks.

Social Media 168

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Sprout Social

JUNE 27, 2023

The only way to grow and stay ahead is a keen eye on what your customers are saying about their interests and pain points. Review analytics tools like Sprout analyze content across multiple social channels and profiles simultaneously. Track comments using keywords or hashtags and analyze them in real-time or historically.

Ideal Customer Profiles 123

Ideal Customer Profiles Brand Identity Branding Customer Satisfaction 123

Sprout Social

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Our research shows that the most effective purchase drivers on social media are recommendations from friends, comments and product reviews and familiarity with a brand. Akeeme Hogg Social Media and Email Marketing Lead, ServiceMaster Brands. 12 proven strategies to increase brand awareness with social media.

Brand Identity 127

Brand Identity Branding Marketing & Strategy Eye-Tracking 127

Sprout Social

JANUARY 2, 2019

Because coming up with a social media marketing plan means making some big decisions well before the new year gets into full swing. And after all, the social landscape took quite a few twists and turns in 2018. ” We also saw a whole slew of social ad types and fresh business features roll out for brands.

Paid Content 111

Paid Content Social Media Planning Campaigns 111

Oktopost

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Rather than limiting social media to corporate profiles, this strategy involves sales teams utilizing their personal accounts to reach new prospects, share insights, and engage in meaningful conversations. Pushing your sales agenda Social media posts are not elevator sales pitches.

Sales Management 62

Sales Management Examples Top of Funnel B2B Thought Leadership 62

Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Social media has given brands and businesses a platform to engage with their customers. We spoke to several social selling experts to understand what it means and its value to salespeople. We’ll also explore 10 tips and tactics you can use to execute social selling like an expert. What is social selling?

Tips 129

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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

OCTOBER 19, 2016

Social media contests have been used by brands of all sizes to get more followers, increase engagement and generate buzz. With organic reach becoming increasingly difficult to earn, social media contests offer a great way to get more eyes on your social posts and boost engagement. Social Media Engagement.

Social Media 93

Social Media Paid Content Media Viral Marketing 93

Sprout Social

AUGUST 10, 2022

Some influencer marketing tools also offer valuable insights related to your campaigns, influencer interactions and the latest social media trends. Track trending hashtags, topics, music, challenges and more to create viral content with the right influencers. Sprout Social. Track audience reactions to marketing campaigns.

Marketing Budget 108

Marketing Budget Budget Programs Enterprise Management Work Management 108

ClickDimensions

MARCH 2, 2022

When it comes to social media, your employees are your hidden superpower. Collectively they can average 10 times more followers than a typical corporate profile, so enlisting them as social “advocates” gives any of your company-initiated social efforts an exponentially wider reach. Driving Brand Awareness.

Sales Management 105

Sales Management Small Business Marketing Top of Funnel Peer-to-peer 105

Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

Social media outreach is one of the best ways to form new relationships, increase engagement and get more eyes on your content. What is Social Media Outreach? Unfortunately some marketers use social media outreach as an opportunity to spam influencers. Should You Use a Business or Personal Account?

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Martech

JANUARY 9, 2024

The $100 billion creator economy is changing how brands collaborate with influencers across social media and niche communities. From there, do some digging through the creator’s social network (followers, following, comments and tagged accounts) to find more targeted, niche creators who may have small (but mighty!)

Advertising Agencies 129

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Oktopost

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

We have news for you–social media is no longer a useful tool restricted to marketers. Sales teams across the globe are now cashing in on its success with the advent of social selling. Social selling isn’t just another sales tactic gaining some momentum – it’s the future of B2B sales.

Ideal Customer Profiles 87

Ideal Customer Profiles Sales Management Top of Funnel High Quality Lead 87

Zoominfo

JULY 18, 2022

Social selling is a sales technique that leverages social networking services to identify prospects, build relationships, and close more deals. In social selling, sales professionals are playing the long game instead of eyeing immediate returns.

Tools 100

Tools Work Management Marketing Management Cross-Selling 100

Sprout Social

MAY 19, 2021

Now, customers are shifting to social for praise, complaints and everything in between. Creating a social media interaction strategy is essential for long-term customer satisfaction. Most consumers expect brands and companies with a social media presence to interact with their customers in meaningful ways.

Ideal Customer Profiles 133

Ideal Customer Profiles Brand Identity Branding Customer Satisfaction 133

Sprout Social

DECEMBER 5, 2016

Content is the lifeblood of social media. Before you start randomly Tweeting and posting pictures on Instagram, create a social media content management plan to guide you along the way. Having a plan in place will help you stay organized, plan ahead and scale your social media marketing strategy.

Social Media 89

Social Media Work Management Marketing Management Planning 89

Sprout Social

DECEMBER 3, 2020

There are few professions that require people to always be on the way social media marketing does. Between publishing content, providing customer care, reporting on social data and the many other responsibilities of social media marketers, there’s a lot to juggle every day. Publish content from anywhere.

Marketing Management 135

Marketing Management Ideal Customer Profiles Custom Publishing Mobile Marketing 135

Sprout Social

JULY 11, 2022

Part search engine, part streaming service and part social network, YouTube has a little bit of everything. Before you start your audit, think about your business and social media goals , and the role YouTube plays in achieving them. Complete and update your profile. Profile picture. Banner image.

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Buffer

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Success on social media can often feel like a secret science. But creating a successful social media strategy is a skill that can be learned. Together with our Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter integrations, this makes Buffer’s analytics an all-in-one solution for these four popular social networks for businesses.

Linkedin 98

Linkedin Analytics Work Management Ad Frequency 98

Convince & Convert

SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

The debate on Social CRM (sCRM) could easily become a distraction. As marketers, we need to reach our customers where they are and social media’s potential in that regard is unquestionable. However, for marketers, a social media address is insufficient to manage that channel.

Social Media 124

Social Media Work Management Marketing Management Media 124

Sprout Social

JUNE 30, 2019

When it comes to social media marketing, Facebook is the big guy on campus. billion users , making it the top social media platform for the total number of active users. Over the past decade, Facebook has redefined the way we look at social networks and also expanded the possibilities of social media for businesses.

Facebook 98

Facebook Marketing & Strategy Social Networks Best Practices 98

Convince & Convert

SEPTEMBER 21, 2010

However, a lot of people making that news have created expectations and beliefs about social media that aren’t true. Social Media is Inexpensive False. As Charlene Li said recently, social media trades media cost for labor cost. Social Media is Fast False. Absolutely.

Social Media 152

Social Media Media Webinar Metrics Paid Search Agency 152

Sprout Social

MARCH 7, 2024

Your company is launching a new product, eyeing a new market segment or contemplating a strategic pivot—as a seasoned marketer, your first move would be to conduct a competitive analysis. Deep dive into particular customer segments with detailed customer profiles that will guide your marketing decisions later on.

Analysis 87

Analysis Marketing AI Examples SWOT 87

Oktopost

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Leverage Social Listening. Foster Community on Social Media. Visibility is vital for B2B marketing because it helps build your credibility and trust in the eyes of potential customers. Engagement: The amount of people who engage with your brand across social networks. What is Brand Visibility?

Brand Identity 77

Brand Identity Branding Paid Search Agency Social Media 77

Scoop.it

AUGUST 3, 2021

Content curation is one of the most effective ways for businesses to keep their audience constantly engaged on social media without having to invest all their time in thinking and executing content ideas. The best way of building your brand is to get ahead of the curve and gain an eye for content that has the potential to go viral.

Curation 105

Curation Small Business Marketing Top of Funnel Paid Search Agency 105

Huptech Web

MARCH 2, 2023

It has emerged as a new buzzword in online shopping, representing the interaction of social media and eCommerce. By leveraging social media platforms to facilitate transactions, businesses can create a more seamless shopping experience for their customers, increasing sales and brand loyalty.

Paid Content 52

Paid Content eCommerce Social Media Paid Social Agency 52

Hubspot

MAY 10, 2019

Whether pop-culture, local or global news, work, or the brands I use and wear, Twitter is a powerful social networking tool and search engine in which I can typically find the latest information about virtually any topic. Why would you want to actually invest the time in creating a profile and content for the platform?

Twitter 101

Twitter Paid Search Agency Planning Work Management 101

Buffer

OCTOBER 14, 2019

As ever, a ton is happening in the world of social media , and it can be hard to catch every story. So we want to highlight some of the biggest news items from recent weeks that might impact your social media marketing. Social media news item #1. Social media news item #2.

Facebook 65

Facebook Social Media Eye-Tracking Twitter 65

Convince & Convert

SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

A dramatic number of consumers have come to expect an executive presence on social media, particularly Twitter, as a means of accessing brands 24/7/365. A recent survey by BrandFog revealed that when executives are active on social media, consumers develop a higher level of confidence in the company’s leadership.

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Loyalty Twitter Brand Identity Branding 164

Scoop.it

JULY 21, 2020

However, it’s easy to fall off track. Our work supports product launches and revenue goals, so it can seem impossible to take our eyes off those goals to focus on long-term content curation efforts. When catching up with emails and social media on your phone. Came across on social media. Consistency is key.

Curation 66

Curation Content Mobile Marketing Social Networks 66

Hubspot

JANUARY 18, 2017

If you’re a digital marketer, it’s hard to imagine a day spent without social media, even before you arrive at your desk for work. We schedule posts for the week ahead, film a Facebook Live interview, and report on our engagement analytics, all while keeping an eye on comments and direct messages coming in on Twitter and Facebook.

Social Media 28

Social Media Media Terms and Conditions Mobile Marketing 28