Posts Tagged ‘social networking’
When was the last time your clients or followers heard from YOU?
Several weeks ago, I was talking to a client about planning her LinkedIn content calendar – the original messaging she wanted to organize and share with her thousands of followers. A bit flustered by the idea of having to craft original content, she replied flippantly, “Oh, I don’t know, just share something for me, that’ll…
Read MoreHow to Attract the Talent You Need
An essential part of any successful business is the team behind it. Whether you are in the initial stages of building a business, or years into it, the importance of hiring people who will meet the needs of your business never diminishes. You know you need help, so how do you attract the ideal candidate…
Read MoreIncrease Conversions on Instagram with Bio Link Tools
Social media is a great way to connect with your audience and grow your business. Instagram introduced tools specifically geared towards business accounts in 2016. To be successful on Instagram, you need to understand both the technical aspect of using the app and how it works for businesses. We’ll give tips for getting started on Instagram and give you the tea on two ways that you can use…
Read MoreLinkedIn Events & LinkedIn Live
In the age of social distancing, hosting events remotely is a must for many small businesses. There are many benefits to consider with virtual events: increased flexibility, decreased expenses, wider reach, and the ability to wear yoga pants. While many of these online event platforms existed, their visibility has risen since the start of the pandemic. Facebook has had Facebook Live for some time, and last year began putting…
Read MoreLinkedIn: 690 Million Users and Growing
Did you know that LinkedIn has 690 MILLION active users? This was announced by parent company, Microsoft at the end of April in their quarterly earnings news. How is LinkedIn gaining so many users? For this, we need to look at some of the newest features and how that drives users to this business-oriented platform. Live Streaming – This…
Read MoreWhy You Must Use Multiple Social Media Platforms
Social media has started a whole new way of networking. What started out as a way to connect with your circle of friends has now expanded to include the entire world. With 60+ platforms available there is a little something for everyone. This has changed the world of marketing! A business is no longer restricted…
Read MoreWhat’s New on Instagram
Instagram has evolved a lot since 2010 and has set a tone for how individuals use social media in their everyday lives. From sharing snippets of their everyday on their photo grid to posting 15 second videos to their Instagram Stories, Instagram has made it possible to connect with people, brands, companies, and causes around…
Read MoreChoosing the Right Hashtags on Instagram
If you’re a business owner, the rule for using hashtags is straightforward. Use hashtags that will reach your target audience and that are relevant to your brand. Discovering the proper hashtags can be tricky, however. Avoid using ambiguous or over-used hashtags like #fun or #beautiful if you want to reach your specific, target customers and…
Read MoreAlignable: Is It Worth It?
Alignable is a new B2B social media network that promises to reinvent the small business economy. It claims to have millions of business owners within its web, all of whom collaborate to increase their customer base. Networking with other businesses or industry professionals is key to small business success. It leads to quality referrals and…
Read More4 Solid Methods to Up Your Game on Social Media
It’s time to stop trying to sell on social media and time to start networking. Many small business owners feel an urgency to sell, without realizing the real power of social media lies in the connections created. What is the difference between social selling and social networking? Social selling is where direct revenue is the desired result. Businesses may spend a lot of time and money for a small click-through rate of less than 2%…
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