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Avoid these Common Instagram Pitfalls

Does your business have an Instagram account? If not, why? Instagram is for more than just the creative industries. Many different types of markets can find success using this popular social media platform. Instagram is a great tool for reaching people you otherwise wouldn’t be able to. It is also a smart way to expand […]

7 Critical Factors Your Social Media Campaign is Missing

Content Marketing, Marketing, Social Media Marketing

Your social media campaign is an important requirement for a strong online presence. Most businesses are at least active on one or more social media sites on any given day. But how effective are their efforts? There is more than one way to approach this type of marketing tool. Using the best strategies can lead […]

4 Elements Your Instagram Account is Missing

Marketing, Social Media Marketing

Instagram seems so easy. Take a picture, change the filter, add a cute title and post it. But is simply doing the basics serving your small business best? Is there a better way to market yourself on this powerful platform? To gain greater visibility of your Instagram profile, you need to think beyond the basics. […]

What Will Happen in the Marketing World in 2017: The Winners and Losers

Approach, Brand Strategy, Content Marketing, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Strategize, Web Development

Are you ready to put 2016 in the books? It has been a year of many marketing up’s and down’s. Mobile online shopping and video content both took huge leaps forward while conventional advertising took a backseat. Add in a presidential election and it made for one crazy year. As 2016 comes to a close, […]

10 Small Ways You Can Boost Your Brand in 2017

Brand Strategy, Business Planning, Content Marketing, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Strategize, Web Development

The whole concept of marketing can be overwhelming. There seems to always be so much to do. Project planning, social media campaigns, SEO strategizing. The list of complicated tasks can go on and on. Fortunately, there are many small things you can do in the new year to boost your brand. While having a comprehensive […]

The Ultimate Cheat Sheet for Your Facebook Business Page

Advertising, Analytics, Approach, Brand Strategy, Business Planning, Content Marketing, Results, Social Media Marketing, Strategize

A good Facebook page is a must-have for today’s businesses. It’s a great way to reach your customers on a regular basis in an easy, low-cost way. It also offers a powerful platform for you to market your brand, products and services. But simply having a Facebook page is not enough. A big mistake many […]

3 Ways to Effectively Use Facebook Live

Advertising, Approach, Brand Strategy, Business Planning, Content Marketing, Creative Development, Evolve, Market Research, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Strategize

Want a better way to connect with your followers on Facebook? Facebook Live is a new platform feature that allows users to stream live video to others. It has quickly become a popular way to engage with friends and followers online. And many brands are now jumping on the Facebook Live bandwagon, too. Like most […]

How to Take Control of Your Brand’s Voice

Brand Strategy, Content Marketing, Marketing, Social Media Marketing

The voice of your brand is one of your most valuable assets. It is the message you are sending out to the world and what can attract others to business. Protecting your brand’s good name should be one of your top priorities and growing it further an ongoing goal. Take control of your brand’s voice […]

Facebook vs. YouTube vs. Periscope: Which Live Streaming Platform is Right for You?

Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Social Media Marketing

One of the best new marketing tools that have taken hold over the last year is live streaming. People love the raw message and unpredictability that a live video feed offers. And it’s a great way to create one-of-a-kind content for your audience. Today’s arena has three main contenders for marketers to consider: Facebook Live, […]

Facebook Safety 101: 3 Tips Every Business Owner Should Know

Implement, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Strategize

According to HostingFacts.com, an estimated 37,000 websites are hacked daily. Facebook continues to be one of the most increasing threats. It seems like more and more of our Facebook friends are getting their profiles taken over by outside rogue forces each and every day. When a business page gets hacked, it not only creates a […]

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