The Social Media Hat

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Learn about the first criteria for successful influencer marketing. The post Why Is Brand Fit So Important For Influencer Marketing? appeared first on The Social Media Hat.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

JANUARY 5, 2023

To get the most bang for your social media marketing buck, you need to keep up with the latest user behavior, functionality, and technology developments. At the same time, short-form video content has grown in popularity among consumers and marketers. 93% of marketers agree consumers trust UGC more than content created by brands.

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Sherrilynne Starkie

APRIL 26, 2021

How a Brand can Make a Presence On TikTok. It gives brands authenticity, familiarity and builds trust. In fact, people will enjoy the brand experience more fully through other people’s content. TikTok also offers branded hashtag challenges as an advertising option. Influencer Marketing . Tik Tok for Business.

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Webbiquity SMM

MAY 9, 2023

Goal-setting is the foundation of any successful social media (or any other type of) marketing campaign. Having clarity on marketing goals is an important first step, but creating a realistic plan for achieving them is essential. These are among the key questions for marketers to ask when determining how best to reach their goals.

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Webbiquity SMM

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Nearly three-quarters of companies plan to maintain or grow their content marketing teams over the next year. And lead gen campaigns on Facebook and Instagram are 10X more expensive than brand awareness advertising. Here are 25 key findings, facts, and stats from these insight-packed content and social media marketing reports.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

APRIL 11, 2024

Combine this with the fact that social media represents the go-to source of pre-purchase information for 44% of Gen Z and 36% of Millennials , and you’ll quickly realize that e-commerce social media marketing is essential for growing your business in 2024. So, how can you use this to improve your social media marketing strategy?

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Webbiquity SMM

JULY 23, 2024

B2B companies often struggle to keep up with rapidly changing market demands. Traditional B2B marketing methods often fall short. Image credit: Mikhail Nilov on Pexels According to a recent study, businesses that use AI in their marketing strategies see a 40% increase in productivity. This is where AI comes in.

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Webbiquity SMM

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

In the last few years, as Instagram has reached 1 billion monthly active users , the platform has become a goldmine for marketers. Today, over 25 million businesses invest time and effort into creating Instagram marketing strategies for their companies to raise brand awareness, increase brand loyalty, and find potential customers.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

AUGUST 11, 2022

Building a brand community isn’t about improving vanity metrics like engagement and follower count. According to a survey from Vanilla Forums , 58% of brands say their communities improve customer loyalty. So how has the company managed to build an engaged brand community ? 46% will remain loyal even after a negative experience.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

MARCH 1, 2024

Video is no longer optional for marketing teams, with 91% of businesses using it as a marketing tool and 88% describing video as an important part of their marketing strategy. If you’re going to see success from video marketing, you need to know what works (and what doesn’t ) — and the landscape changes fast.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Marketers often get stuck trying to find the right creative elements for all their visual needs. And while photos and videos (either stock or branded) are great content to have in your toolbox, so are social graphics. Fortunately, you don’t need to be (or have access to) a designer to make highly engaging branded social graphics.

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Convince & Convert

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

Platforms have come and gone (RIP, Tumblr), trends have risen and fallen, and marketing fads have given us whiplash. Something crazy cool is happening on the “clock app” and it’s proving that brand marketers must pay attention and be prepared. It’s that brands are going mega-viral without even trying.

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Webbiquity SMM

MAY 25, 2021

James Creech has a unique perspective on influencer marketing. As co-founder and CEO of Paladin , he oversees the B2B marketing of a B2C influencer marketing tool. So who better talk to about the similarities and differences between B2C and B2B influencer marketing? The Best Influencer Marketing Platforms for B2B and B2C.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

One of the most challenging tasks is to define our brand voice and tone. However, brand voice isn’t just about seeming quirky and cool; it has a massive impact on the success of our social campaigns. Brand Voice Must Evolve with Your Audience. First off, let’s dispel any notions that brand voice is a one-and-done exercise.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

JULY 22, 2022

Remember when influencer marketing was a hot new trend? Today, it’s become integral to many brands’ marketing strategies — and it’s only getting more popular. Google Trends data shows that search interest around influencer marketing has increased fourfold in the past five years: Image source. Those days are long gone.

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Webbiquity SMM

AUGUST 26, 2024

Image credit: Possessed Photography on Unsplash This technology has become a powerful tool at the forefront of innovation, particularly in the marketing world. In social media marketing, AI is not just a buzzword; it’s a game-changer. This post explores the different facets of AI’s influence on social media marketing.

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Convince & Convert

AUGUST 23, 2024

This could very well be a marketer’s creed: improving, iterating, and trending towards perfection should be our overall goal. Sure, switching up your email marketing strategy is an easy choice when you’re tracking the right metrics. But switching up your whole brand? That’s hard. Why Would a Business Want to Rebrand?

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The Social Media Hat

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

Getting paid to represent brands and help our audiences satisfy their needs is what influencer marketing is all about. The post Mike Allton’s Quick Start Guide To Becoming A Brand Influencer appeared first on The Social Media Hat. But how do you get started?

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Social Media Strategies Summit

DECEMBER 14, 2023

According to HubSpot’s latest State of Marketing Report , producing and publishing content is the marketing strategy with the highest potential ROI in 2023. And not just because content marketing offers a great way to reach, engage, and convert audiences (as well as nurture loyalty). According to Statista, 60.1%

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Social Media Strategies Summit

AUGUST 15, 2023

Higher education marketers are busy, so finding the time to keep up with the latest industry developments can be challenging. How are external trends and events going to affect your broader marketing strategy? Here are ten higher education marketers you should start following right now. Figuring that stuff out can be tough.

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Sprout Social

JULY 30, 2024

But what made this event even more unsettling was Claiir’s then-ongoing partnership with vegan, cruelty-free brand, MCoBeauty. When the brand found out about the crisis, they released a statement condemning Claiir’s actions and announced that their partnership was terminated—a move that protected the brand from further outrage.

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Webbiquity SMM

DECEMBER 6, 2022

You can probably guess the top two social networks for B2B marketing pretty easily, but do you know which platform is #3? What the biggest missed opportunity is for B2B marketers? How your social media marketing budget stacks up to your peers and competitors? The Biggest Challenge in B2B Social Media Marketing.

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Oktopost

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

In times of historically low employee satisfaction levels, brand perception has never been so important. A strong employer brand can reduce the cost per hire by as much as 50%, and a negative reputation can cost a company as much as 10% more per hire. What is employer branding? Builds brand awareness.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

From a brand awareness and community engagement perspective, jumping on social media trends can be rewarding for higher education institutions. As a social media marketer, you likely spend a ton of time on multiple social platforms, and you probably follow a bunch of influencers and other higher ed institutions.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

AUGUST 10, 2023

Influencer marketing has always been one of the most effective strategies for reaching new audiences. Almost half of consumers say they’ve bought products promoted by influencers, while over one-third believe influencer posts are the best way for brands to persuade customers to try new products or services.

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Convince & Convert

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The landscape of B2B marketing is continually evolving, and social media plays an increasingly important role in shaping how businesses connect with their audiences. As we move into 2025, staying ahead of emerging trends is essential for B2B brands. Authentic and Engaging Content In 2025, authenticity is key.

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Ignite Social Media

MAY 21, 2024

And when you get to work with a beloved brand such as Entenmann’s and their baked goods, opportunities abound. The 12 Days of Entenmann’s: A Multifaceted Approach to Engagement As a brand bursting with holiday joy, Entenmann’s sought to raise its profile during the festive season.

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The Social Media Hat

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Learn the importance of personal branding for executives. The post What Is Executive Branding, and Why Is It Critical? appeared first on The Social Media Hat.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 15, 2025

Brands based in the USor who have a strong follower base in the USwill need to reevaluate and diversify their network strategy immediately. The ban will require marketers to pivot quickly, adapt fast and make room for experimentation. That doesnt mean you need to create a brand presence everywhere. What is the US TikTok ban?

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Yet, as organic reach becomes more elusive, brands are looking to TikTok branded content as a way to truly connect with their audience. This guide will show you everything you need to know about TikTok branded content. It’ll show you how it works with influencer marketing and how to measure its return on investment.

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The Social Media Hat

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Episode 41 of the AI in Marketing: Unpacked podcast, an AI Makeover with Matthew Spiller The post AI Makeover: How AI Took a Creator’s Brand from Manual to Magical appeared first on The Social Media Hat.

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The Social Media Hat

DECEMBER 14, 2024

Episode 49 of the AI in Marketing: Unpacked podcast, with Ruheene Jaura The post Redefining Brand Strategy: AI Tools for Businesses of All Sizes appeared first on The Social Media Hat.

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Audiense

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Influencers are all the rage in B2C marketing. Supermodels selling underwear, TikTok stars pushing their favourite coffee brands, bloggers of all kinds promoting skincare, make-up and water bottles. If you’re a B2B brand, sometimes it can feel like you’re missing out on the hottest party of the century.

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Oktopost

JUNE 23, 2024

A strong personal brand on LinkedIn not only helps you stand out as a thought leader but can also open doors for you in your career. In this episode, Alesia Veasman shares her personal branding journey on LinkedIn and her top tips for getting started. Personal branding can also take you further than you might think.

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Ignite Social Media

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

As a social media marketer, it can be tempting to jump on every viral trend in hopes of riding that wave of engagement. However, not all trends are created equal when it comes to brand marketing. Choosing Trends That Align With Your Brand Goals The key to successfully using trends for your brand is relevance.

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Ignite Social Media

AUGUST 12, 2024

In an ever-evolving social media marketing landscape, staying ahead requires a current understanding of the challenges, strategies, and innovations that drive success in the industry. With over 100 responses from seasoned marketers, the results offer a comprehensive snapshot of the current state of social media marketing in 2024.

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Sprout Social

JULY 23, 2024

.” This quote from Megan Thee Stallion during a recent chat at Social Media Week captures the buzz we’ve been hearing in marketing circles: Pinterest is having a moment. With more brands revisiting the platform, marketers have a chance to make the platform a worthy addition to their marketing strategies in 2024 and beyond.

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