It’s easy to look at big brands on social media and think “This isn’t so hard” but while they make it look quite effortless, it isn’t without stress, trial and error. Even without the luxury of a large marketing department, smaller businesses can emulate the success of big brands by following the 17 steps laid…
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It may be news to some, but Google’s social media service is still alive and kicking. And for those who want more than likes and silly pictures, it can be a valuable business tool. So, what’s to like and do on the social side of Google+. Many people have a Google+ account. Perhaps as part…
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As Facebook becomes mired in controversy and Twitter stagnates, no matter how what the message length, Snapchat is rapidly becoming the social media poster child. With its smartphone-only image focus, it helps brands connect with a young audience and the essential millennial segment on their own terms. That might scare the pants off some marketers,…
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Pinterest is the visually stimulating social media service that can sit neatly alongside a company’s Facebook or Twitter account. But will your business really see any reward from the process of uploading images or video, and what are the costs and benefits for your company? Pinterest for Business aims to engage users and customers, helping…
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With over 800 million users, 500 million of which use the social media platform on a daily basis, it’s no surprise that an increasing number of businesses are turning towards Instagram to target a whole new audience of potential customers. As an incredibly fast-growing platform, Facebook saw the perfect opportunity to invest early and decided…
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When it comes to things that are hot right now in the digital space, videos are right up there. With the fast-paced lives we all live, consumers don’t have time to read page upon page of content, yet a 30-second video is easily digestible and can leave a lasting impression. If you’re thinking of developing…
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The rise of social media is difficult to ignore in today’s society, and whilst you might have a personal profile to connect with friends from your school days, there’s also now the potential for it to benefit your business too. With millions of users on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and many more, there’s a whole…
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With 330m active users and more than 500m Tweets sent every day, Twitter can be a great asset to any small business looking to get their message out there. The question is, how can you stand out in such a crowded marketplace? How can you avoid wasting precious time and money on advertising that might…
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Social media usage continues to grow, with 77 percent of online adults using social networking sites as of November 2016. As a small retail business, you’ll need to ensure your marketing strategies keep up with this growth in order to maintain engagement and revenue. Here’s how you can do so. 1. Give them updates. Loyal…
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When it comes to the issue of social media marketing, businesses are beyond asking, Should we? The question is now, How do we? Plenty of experts have tried to answer this question with a social media marketing guide. While these have their place, there’s plenty you can learn just by looking at what other people have done. Facebook, Twitter, and…
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