Sprout Social

DECEMBER 2, 2020

In order for social media marketing to work, you need an audience. Use the strategies in these Sprout resources to help you refine your strategy to expand your reach and successfully engage your social media audience. Defining your target audience sounds simple, but can be a challenge for marketers.

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Social Media Media Viral Marketing Demographics 118

SocialPilot

JANUARY 21, 2024

Social media has evolved from a platform for casual interaction to a game-changer for hoteliers aiming to skyrocket their occupancy and revenue. In fact, as per a recent study by Arrivia , nearly one in three travelers seek their next vacation ideas on social media. Dive in to learn how to do hotel social media marketing.

Social Media 91

Social Media Social Marketing Marketing & Strategy Marketing Strategy 91

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. It’s corn. ??

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Social Media Media Privacy Transparency 139

Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

With so many competing social media ecosystems, it can be overwhelming to keep track of all the features. But we’ll discuss the common social media features brands benefit from the most and a few untapped features to consider. We’ll also explain the criteria brands can follow to decide which social media app to invest in.

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Social Media Features Media Curation 96

SocialPilot

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Online marketing is evolving each day with newer trends and challenges. But thankfully, marketing isn’t a lonely ride. There are several internet marketing experts and online marketing professionals who have thrived in the recent times. Social Media Marketing + Michael A. Are you ready? Let’s begin!

Paid Content 94

Paid Content Paid Search Agency Social Media Social Marketing 94

Martech Advisor

MARCH 30, 2020

Going viral can give your brand and product immense publicity, generate brand awareness, and acquire new customers. But how does viral marketing work? What is the Viral Coefficient and the Viral Cycle Time? Before we begin, let's first understand what viral marketing is. The Viral Coefficient.

Viral Marketing 89

Viral Marketing Advertising Agencies Paid Search Agency User-Generated Content 89

Buffer

JANUARY 23, 2023

Social media is always evolving – as should your strategies for creating content. While you may have tried and tested methods when it comes to your social media posts, testing out something different is a great way to stay on top of trends and potentially grow your following.

Small Business Marketing 123

Small Business Marketing Social Media Media Marketing & Strategy 123

EveryoneSocial

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Today, employee advocacy is critical to companies’ success, as they seek to leverage employees’ voices and networks to build employer brand, drive engagement, and authentically promote products and services. A key factor in the success of such programs beyond content distribution at scale is the network effect.

Social Media 98

Social Media Effectiveness Media Work Management 98

Buffer

APRIL 13, 2023

Nothing says anyone can become a social media manager like Buffer’s resident music major turned SMM, Mitra Mehvar. However, the question is less can you become a social media manager and more should you pursue this career? Here’s everything you need to know about how to become a social media manager.

Social Media 96

Social Media Peer-to-peer Media Ad Building 96

Sprout Social

MAY 8, 2023

Navigating social media copyright can be like sailing in uncharted waters. With every new wave of social trends come unanticipated legal consequences. In this guide, we outline the specific practices your company should follow when posting to help avoid social media copyright infringement and protect your brand.

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Copyright Social Media Media Guidelines 105

Martech Advisor

JANUARY 3, 2020

Social media is recognized as one of the most powerful game-changer when it comes to branding and marketing for businesses. Social media marketing presents a plethora of opportunities to effectively connect with audiences, and offers practical ways to optimize branding, lead generation, conversions, sales, and much more.

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Social Media Social Marketing Media Planning 135

Sprout Social

AUGUST 30, 2021

Brands today have more options available than ever when launching multichannel marketing campaigns—which may be both a blessing and a curse, considering over half of marketing leaders say they struggle to effectively execute them. The benefits of multichannel marketing are clear. Maximize marketing ROI.

Paid Content 136

Paid Content Social Media Campaigns Media 136

Oktopost

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Social media for financial services is a rapidly growing sector. In an industry that was previously slow to adapt to digital marketing, the pandemic sparked an economic downturn, which spurred a newfound urgency to meet customers online. Why is social media essential for financial services? billion in 2020.

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Social Media Work Management Marketing Management Service 84

Optinmonster

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Plus, it can also increase your email list and social media follower counts. To do that, you need a powerhouse duo of plugins to both run and promote your next viral giveaway. Then, we will walk you through how to promote your contest. How to Promote Your WordPress Giveaway. WordPress Contest Plugins.

Viral Marketing 83

Viral Marketing Work Management Pricing Price 83

ClearVoice

MAY 4, 2021

In his 2000 debut book, ‘The Tipping Point,’ Canadian journalist and staff writer for The New Yorker Malcolm Gladwell discusses the social epidemic concept. Much like a health pandemic, a social epidemic is a marketing strategy that relies on the power of virality. Going viral is great for your client, right?

Viral Marketing 101

Viral Marketing Paid Search Agency Social Marketing Planning 101

Sprout Social

JULY 22, 2021

Social media usage is on the up and up. Our Sprout Social Index™ 2021: UK & Ireland Edition report found 76% of consumers have used social media more in the past year, and 63% have bought from it. Brands caught on to this upward trend and are engaging social media users to drive awareness, clicks and sales.

Social Media 134

Social Media Generation Media Lead Ranking 134

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 101

Viral Marketing Work Management Planning Paid Search Agency 101

Sprout Social

JANUARY 26, 2021

So instead of trying to anticipate the next big thing for 2021, we’re going in the opposite direction and sharing what not to do on social media based on what we learned in 2020. From taking a stand on current events to embracing the rise of TikTok, here are six things to keep in mind when executing your 2021 social strategy.

Social Media 142

Social Media Media Burn Rate Tagging 142

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?

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Social Media Media Tips Ideal Customer Profiles 80

Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Marketing teams depend on an ecosystem of tools everyday. The social media market is saturated with different integrations, which is why Sprout is thoughtful about our approach. We heard many of our customers’ challenges around integrating with social media management tools and took notes.

Digital Asset Management 115

Digital Asset Management Social Media Work Management Marketing Management 115

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

Contently

JANUARY 20, 2023

It’s high time businesses tap into the power of user-generated content (UGC), a form of content marketing where your customers take center stage. UGC leverages the voices and experiences of real people to promote your brand. Think customer reviews, social media posts, and photos or videos shared by loyal customers.

User-Generated Content 174

User-Generated Content PR Word of Mouth Viral Marketing 174

Webbiquity

AUGUST 18, 2020

Today’s virtual event platforms are adding features like virtual expo halls and exhibitor booths, 3D environments and avatars, social media integration, gamification, one-to-one video networking, content libraries, and detailed attendee activity analytics. Leading Edge Virtual Event Platforms. Total reviews: 339.

Enterprise Management 363

Enterprise Management Work Management Marketing Management Webinar Metrics 363

ConvertKit

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Why YouTube video promotion is so important. Step #1: Optimize and promote your YouTube videos. Step #2: Promote your YouTube channel. Step #3: Promote your channel outside of YouTube. Stop waiting for your videos to go viral. Why YouTube video promotion is so important. The internet is a busy place.

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Youtube Promotion Spending Video Marketing 145

Oktopost

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Gartner research indicates that a significant portion of B2B buyers use social media to inform their purchasing decisions, with the top channels being YouTube (65%), Facebook (60%), Instagram (55%), X (48%), and Linkedin (43%). It’s a numbers game. Your employees have an average of 10x more followers than your corporate pages.

Marketing Management 125

Marketing Management Service B2B Thought Leadership Thought Leadership 125

Sprout Social

MAY 9, 2024

Over a decade later, people still reminisce and rave over the viral moment. There’s no denying the impact of influencers on social media, culture and commerce. Trendsetters and culture drivers like Lia have made influencer marketing an essential piece to social media strategies.

Trends 93

Trends Advertising Agencies Paid Search Agency Top of Funnel 93

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

Brandpoint

JUNE 3, 2020

Jon Frederick is the Director of Social Media at Nickelodeon, so basically he has the best job ever! Jon and his team manage over 100+ social media accounts for Nickelodeon, all backed by millions of followers. It’s very easy to be on the positive/negative sides of the internet and virality is extremely fleeting!

Social Media 93

Social Media Media Multi-Channel Content 93

Webbiquity

MAY 27, 2015

There are a lot of resources online that can help you move from newsjacking – “stealing” potentially viral news items before they become viral – to creating potentially viral news yourself. The most important technique to date is through people-based marketing. Introduction to people-based marketing.

Viral Marketing 100

Viral Marketing PPC PR Content 100

Optinmonster

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Hack Your Email List Growth With Exit Intent Email marketing is one of the best ways to connect with your visitors, and encourage them to become subscribers and customers. Best of all, email marketing is affordable. After that, you can always try one of these email marketing services.

Paid Content 86

Paid Content Webinar Metrics Marketing Automation Services Marketing & Strategy 86

Webbiquity

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

Social media is an integral component of any successful digital marketing strategy. With 74 percent of adults using social networking sites , the opportunity to increase your site’s online exposure to new customers cannot be ignored. Identifying the appropriate corporate persona and tone via social media.

Social Media 100

Social Media Social Marketing Media Business 100

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. Why Create Social Media Contests?

Social Media 94

Social Media Paid Content Media Viral Marketing 94

Webbiquity

JUNE 7, 2018

In fact, according to the 2017 State of Inbound report , lead generation is the biggest challenge for 63% of marketers. Before we jump into exploring the nuances of the lead generation game, let’s take a look at some of the proven methods of acquiring leads tried and tested by B2B marketers. Email Marketing. Content Marketing.

Paid Content 276

Paid Content Lead Scoring Lead Ranking Lead Gen 276

Hubspot

JUNE 7, 2021

If you've read the news or surfed through social media recently, you've probably heard about the new social media audio app called Clubhouse. When a new social media app goes viral, you can almost guarantee that at least one of the social tech giants will test a similar, competitive feature.

Social Media 98

Social Media Social Marketing Media Planning 98

Zoominfo

MARCH 17, 2021

Explore Social Media. Social media platforms can be quite beneficial for both your SEO and your website traffic. For example, viral content on your social media accounts may help your search engine ranking more so than those with a minor social presence. Adopt SEO for SaaS Company Strategies.

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Traffic SEO Marketing Websites Zoominfo 246

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. Questioning where your Facebook ads might appear across its network of sites, including on Instagram and Messenger ? You’re not alone. joderama Click To Tweet.

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Planning Social Media Template Marketing Plans 111

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.

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Social Media Paid Content Media Business 111