Social Media Today
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Instagram chief Adam Mosseri says that Apple's proposed IDFA changes will have a significant impact on ad targeting, while he's also provided some thoughts on the TikTok takeover talks.
Jon Loomer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Facebook pixel events are critical for conversion tracking, optimization, and retargeting. You may not have partner integration that automatically injects this code. The Pixel Event Setup Tool may not be sufficient (it’s not for me). You may need to add the code manually, and this post is meant to help. The Problems with the Pixel Event Setup Tool.
The Realtime Report
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Scaling Your Business: How to Grow Your E-Commerce Sales. While your business might have already hit its annual profitability projections, you can’t afford to stick to the same tactics to attract and retain your customers. Most businesses will experience a decline or plateau at some stage, which is why you must routinely find new ways to grow your revenue.
Janet Fouts
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
We are still trying to navigate through what has become a perfect storm of crisis, with a pandemic, economic uncertainty, racial conflicts, political craziness, firestorms, floods, and hurricanes ravaging our country. The impact goes deep into our lives, both at home and at work. Will we be going back to a normal work environment soon? Ever? It’s not likely that that’s going to be an easy transition for most of us.
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Social Media Today
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Facebook has launched a new program to help students understand the various privacy and security concerns online, with many of them returning to school in digital form.
Jon Loomer
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
The Facebook pixel allows advertisers to better track, optimize, and target. These are the three most critical aspects of advertising, leading to the success or failure of your efforts. To make the most of the pixel, you need to utilize Facebook pixel events on your website. Not only must you utilize events, but you must do it right. This post is your introduction to Facebook pixel events.
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Ignite Social Media
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Over 1 billion people use Facebook Groups, engaging in more personal or niche communities related to their interests. As Groups continue to grow, Facebook looks to identify ways in which brands can tap into these passionate communities to further drive advocacy and business goals. The platform’s most recent update to these efforts comes in the form of a possible extension to its Branded Content tool , which originally launched in 2017.
Social Media Today
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
According to a new report, Facebook has been ordered to stop sharing European user data with the US due to concerns over international surveillance operations.
Jon Loomer
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
[NOTE: This post has been updated and completely rewritten from its original publication.]. You have the Facebook pixel. You may even be using pixel events with parameters. But if you aren’t using custom conversions, you’re doing it wrong. Let’s walk through what custom conversions are, how to create them, and how you might use them.
The Realtime Report
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
New research released today by Finbold reveals which countries in Europe violate GDPR guidelines the most, as well as the total combined GDPR fines of EU countries to date. With it being over two years since GDPR was implemented in the EU and EEA, the team at Finbold has studied the fines and penalties that data protection authorities have imposed in the EU, by sourcing data from the GDPR Enforcement Tracker fines database.
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SocialFish
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
It’s become incredibly easy to fall for online scams, even for those who consider themselves good at recognizing a fraudulent scheme. Scammers have kept evolving their practices and honing their crooked ways. These days, many scams are so sophisticated that they’re hard to identify at first. Be alert and take precautions to avoid becoming one of the millions of people that fall for scammers’ ploys every year.
Social Media Today
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
After recently launching a dedicated Reels tab on the home screen in India, Instagram is now looking to add the same in all regions where Reels is available.
Jon Loomer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
[NOTE: This post has been updated from its original publication.]. Any business serious about conversion tracking and optimization needs the Facebook pixel installed on their website. But getting the pixel and events installed correctly has been a chore, particularly for those who are less technical or lack the staff and resources to handle some basic code.
agora pulse
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Social media is always “on.” So, does that mean that a social media manager always needs to be “on,” too? Here’s a look at how social media managers can achieve a healthy work-life balance and set boundaries at work. I have good news and bad news. The good news: You can create a work-life balance. No matter how crazy your personal mix of circumstances, there is an answer out there.
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SocialFish
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
All diving enthusiasts come to this sport in different ways. Some are attracted by the breathtaking nature of the underwater kingdom, while others want to challenge themselves, overcome fears, and get the adrenaline rush. But there are some important things you need to know before starting out for your first underwater adventure. Therefore, take into account 7 essential scuba diving tips for beginners.
Social Media Today
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Speed matters in terms of website load times - here's a look at some of the key reasons why you need to factor speed into your web development approach.
Jon Loomer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
[NOTE: This post has been updated from its original publication.]. Any business serious about conversion tracking and optimization needs the Facebook pixel installed on their website. But getting the pixel and events installed correctly has been a chore, particularly for those who are less technical or lack the staff and resources to handle some basic code.
agora pulse
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Planning a big campaign for your clients or your own brand? Make sure you’ve checked off all the boxes for a successful social media campaign. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you stay focused (and not skip anything important). You have been using social media to publish content and engage with customers. Maybe you rely on Facebook for blog promotion, Twitter for customer service, or Instagram for shopping features.
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SocialFish
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
It’s become incredibly easy to fall for online scams, even for those who consider themselves good at recognizing a fraudulent scheme. Scammers have kept evolving their practices and honing their crooked ways. These days, many scams are so sophisticated that they’re hard to identify at first. Be alert and take precautions to avoid becoming one of the millions of people that fall for scammers’ ploys every year.
Social Media Today
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Snapchat recently commissioned Kantar to conduct new research into the brand and content preferences of Gen Z, revealing some valuable marketing insights.
Jon Loomer
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
[NOTE: This post has been updated and completely rewritten from its original publication.]. You have the Facebook pixel. You may even be using pixel events with parameters. But if you aren’t using custom conversions, you’re doing it wrong. Let’s walk through what custom conversions are, how to create them, and how you might use them.
Hootsuite
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
YouTube marketing is often overlooked by social media marketers. Some think YouTube counts as a social media network. Others see it as more of an online video platform. Either way, there are countless marketing opportunities on YouTube—especially if your audience is on the platform and your competitors aren’t. YouTube counts two billion logged-in monthly users worldwide, and ranks as the most widely used online platform among U.S. adults.
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SocialFish
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
All diving enthusiasts come to this sport in different ways. Some are attracted by the breathtaking nature of the underwater kingdom, while others want to challenge themselves, overcome fears, and get the adrenaline rush. But there are some important things you need to know before starting out for your first underwater adventure. Therefore, take into account 7 essential scuba diving tips for beginners.
Social Media Today
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
With the impacts of COVID-19 wearing on many people, Facebook has outlined a range of new mental health resources that it's developing for its apps.
Jon Loomer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Facebook pixel events are critical for conversion tracking, optimization, and retargeting. You may not have partner integration that automatically injects this code. The Pixel Event Setup Tool may not be sufficient (it’s not for me). You may need to add the code manually, and this post is meant to help. The Problems with the Pixel Event Setup Tool.
Hootsuite
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Social media customer service means using social channels to provide efficient and effective customer service and support. Customers expect to be able to reach out to brands on social channels for help—and get a quick reply. Let’s make sure you’re ready to help them when they reach out to you. Bonus: Read the step-by-step social media strategy guide with pro tips on how to grow your social media presence.
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Awario
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
Marketing, customer, buyer, and audience personas are different terms used to describe a perfect member of your target audience. In this post, we break down the What, Why, and How of customer personas, including a free template.
Social Media Today
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Despite questions about its future, TikTok was once again the most downloaded non-gaming app in August according to data from Sensor Tower.
agora pulse
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Need to know create a LinkedIn profile or refresh your old one? Carve time in your schedule to do it with focus and purpose, so your LinkedIn profile stands apart from the thousands there. Here’s how! LinkedIn is an extraordinary platform for professional networking and engagement. Users are going Live to share personal stories or industry insider tips, and they’re actively posting about jobs or availability.
Audiense
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
This is a guest blog written by Jillian Ney, founder of The Social Intelligence Lab and the first academy for professionals using social data as part of their work. Connect with her on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Sprout Social
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Ever experienced this? You attend an amazing conference. Maybe it’s a live, in-person event at a conference center, like in the olden days, or maybe it’s online. Wherever it’s located, the content and speakers are so riveting you don’t want to leave your seat, not even to grab your UberEats lunch order ( I’m looking at you, Sprout Sessions attendees ).
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