Webbiquity

MAY 30, 2024

Marketing efforts for growing your startup company using existing social network platforms are within those controllable factors, and as such should be maximized. This post covers several proven and useful techniques for growing your startup business using the largest business network platform there is: LinkedIn.

Startups 171

Startups Linkedin Enterprise Management Work Management 171

Biznology

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Online communities predate February 2004. Social networks lived before Friendster did on March 22, 2002. Virtual online communities even predate the WELL ‘s birthdate, circa 1985. My first online community was a local dial-up BBS back in 1983—but I didn’t get it. Online communities are not virtual.

Communities 161

Communities Social Media Media Internet Marketing 161

Webbiquity

MAY 18, 2021

LinkedIn is, of course and unquestionably, the Tom Brady of social media platforms for B2B marketing. But in B2B social media as with NFL quarterbacks, the interesting battle is for second place. Marketing leaders and their CEOs understand that it’s an efficient and effective way to get out their message.”

Social Media 363

Social Media Twitter Social Marketing B2B Marketing 363

Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

As a social media marketer and Taylor Swift stan , I’m constantly in awe of her community management mastery. Social is at the center of how she and Taylor Nation —her fan engagement and hype team—connect with fans and share clues about what could be coming up next in the world of Taylor Swift.

Communities 109

Communities Lead Ranking Class Buzz 109

Contently

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

“We just really need to build a community around _.” ” This is the fill-in-the-blank cliché that marketers and entrepreneurs bandy around at every tech and marketing conference. On Wednesday, the PandaConf stage was the de facto home to those who had actually built communities. Find your hero.

Communities 167

Communities Ad Building Brand Identity Branding 167

SmartBrief - Marketing

JULY 31, 2023

Increasing market competition and advertising costs have led brands to rethink their digital strategies to scale with profit. There has been a shift in marketing focus in China, where consumers increasingly value brand storytelling, connection, responsibility and the shopping experience.

Communities 52

Communities Brand Identity Branding Work Management 52

Content4Demand

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Today’s technology can help you piggyback on your network’s networks with community-driven content that amplifies the voices of your partners and customers. But today, whether you’re looking for a new pair of boots or a new piece of your tech stack …well, there’s an app or social netw ork for that.

Top of Funnel 85

Top of Funnel Communities Peer-to-peer B2B Thought Leadership 85

Biznology

AUGUST 14, 2018

Reaching out to local communities and stoking fandom in real life. Even if you go further afield than just the HQ and home base and travel to smaller or different markets and host get-togethers there, too. Fans of the show have our own IRC channel and even our own social network on Mastodon. This is a thing. Don’t.

Communities 126

Communities Blogger Class Twitter 126

Convince & Convert

MAY 10, 2016

The online community pendulum is swinging back. It’s no longer enough to rely on social networks for community infrastructure. Smart companies are now combining owned and rented community functions into a 1+1=3 scenario I call Omni-Social. Omni-Social is the Offset to Paid Social.

Communities 112

Communities Webinar Metrics Lead Ranking Paid Social Agency 112

Sprout Social

JANUARY 29, 2024

Social media networks, and the way users interact with them, evolve quickly. In 2023, we saw new platforms enter the scene and shake ups in platform preferences that changed the face of the industry, while other tried and true networks held consumer attention. Especially as powerhouse networks become increasingly oversaturated.

Social Media 104

Social Media Allocation Media Marketing & Strategy 104

Webbiquity

AUGUST 18, 2020

Today’s virtual event platforms are adding features like virtual expo halls and exhibitor booths, 3D environments and avatars, social media integration, gamification, one-to-one video networking, content libraries, and detailed attendee activity analytics. Leading Edge Virtual Event Platforms. Total reviews: 339.

Enterprise Management 363

Enterprise Management Work Management Marketing Management Webinar Metrics 363

Webbiquity

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.

B2B Marketing 340

B2B Marketing Practices B2B SMS 340

Convince & Convert

APRIL 25, 2014

Tweetable Moments Too many marketers these days are like T-rexes, with little, tiny arms. jtroyer Tweet This Giving Back to Your Top Influencers Back in 2003, VMware ‘s online community was centered around a forum. They attend private networking events as a thank you from VMware because their feedback is invaluable.

Communities 135

Communities Skype Social Media Social Networks 135

markempa

AUGUST 29, 2007

Call for speakers: MarketingSherpa’s B2B Marketing Summit 5 dials to tune in your lead generation process Recent Comments Copyright This work is licensed under a Creative Commons License. Overall, social networking sites are proving to be great tools for job seekers and recruiting. And if not, should you start?

Social Networks 120

Social Networks Lead Generation Network Marketing B2B Marketing 120

Sprout Social

JULY 21, 2022

If you want to improve your social media marketing strategy , you need to know about the different types of social media content and how or where you share that content. You could post on community review sites or live-stream it to the masses. Types of social media. Social networking. Video sharing.

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Social Media Social Marketing Media Curation 145

Sprout Social

APRIL 18, 2022

This premise is essentially the case for the growing number of vertical networks that are taking off online. Vertical social networks aren’t overnight sensations. If you look closely, online communication preferences have hinted that this was coming all along. But first, what are vertical networks?

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Verticals Social Media Media Social Networks 96

Marketing Insider Group

JANUARY 24, 2023

One question on the minds of many B2B Marketers right now is whether we should be funding new approaches like AI, VR, AR, or maybe even Tiktok (good god, no!) So let’s dive into 3 B2B Marketing strategies that you should double down on this year B2B decision makers are not easy to reach.

Enterprise Management 200

Enterprise Management Marketing Strategy Marketing & Strategy B2B Marketing 200

Sprout Social

JUNE 18, 2019

Does the person who post as your brand on Facebook also work to develop the community that the company is part of? Running a brand’s social media accounts is a lot of work. You’re simultaneously asked to be a customer support person, marketing person and occasionally, a graphic designer. Should they?

Social Media 111

Social Media Communities Work Management Marketing Management 111

Spiralytics

MAY 30, 2024

This level of engagement provides a golden opportunity for marketers and entrepreneurs like you to expand their reach and connect with a highly active online audience. But with the plethora of social media platforms available in the Philippines, where should you focus your efforts to maximize your marketing impact?

Social Media 62

Social Media Media Paid Search Agency Advertising Agencies 62

Sprout Social

MAY 9, 2024

Trendsetters and culture drivers like Lia have made influencer marketing an essential piece to social media strategies. We’ll explore five influencer marketing trends shaping the social media landscape in 2024. We’ll also share trends in influencer marketing by industry to help you benchmark your brand.

Trends 92

Trends Advertising Agencies Paid Search Agency Top of Funnel 92

Exo B2B

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

It was while reading a post on Mark Schaefer’s blog that I got the idea to write this post on B2B content marketing and especially on the importance of creating content on YOUR website or blog and then using social networks to spread it further. A social network like LinkedIn isn’t a content platform.

Distribution 52

Distribution B2B Marketing Optimization Content Marketing 52

Oktopost

MAY 23, 2024

” – Colin Day, Managing Director EMEA, Oktopost Social intent signals are valuable indicators of engagement that can be tied to revenue generation for B2B organizations. One of the biggest challenges faced by marketers right now is the data overload from social media. After all, it’s called social media.

Intent Data 84

Intent Data Intent Intent Signal Peer-to-peer 84

Zoominfo

JANUARY 12, 2021

Social media has quickly become an integral part of any B2B marketing strategy, and when it comes to your go-to-market (GTM) plan, you’re missing a crucial part of the puzzle without it. The key here is to make sure your social strategy works in tandem with your existing GTM plan in order to achieve alignment as well as success.

Social Media 200

Social Media Marketing Analytics Tools Marketing & Strategy Marketing Strategy 200

Heinz Marketing

MARCH 4, 2021

By Brenna Lofquist , Senior Marketing Consultant at Heinz Marketing. In today’s digital technology landscape there are numerous platforms, tools and technologies at the disposal of every marketer—almost too many. Social media can be used for a variety of things, including: Expressing yourself. Networking / connecting.

Paid Content 133

Paid Content Social Media Media B2B 133

Martech

JANUARY 9, 2024

The $100 billion creator economy is changing how brands collaborate with influencers across social media and niche communities. Let’s explore some tips and strategies to tap into the creator economy, enhance brand visibility, forge strong creator partnerships and authentically engage with communities.

Advertising Agencies 121

Advertising Agencies Paid Search Agency Marketing & Strategy Marketing Strategy 121

Webbiquity

APRIL 30, 2020

Here’s why you need various tools to support your Instagram marketing efforts, along with guidance to help you determine which tools are likely to work best for you. Social media marketing. More than 70% of marketers say social media marketing has significantly helped them. Why Instagram?

Tools 237

Tools Social Media Social Networks Work Management 237

Webbiquity

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. Firmbee.com on Unsplash As Norman Vincent Peale said, “All successful people have a goal.

Social Media 318

Social Media Social Marketing Planning Tips 318

Webbiquity

JANUARY 24, 2023

Social media advertising requires marketing professionals to proactively respond to continually evolving user habits and adapt to different trends. Image credit: Merakist on Unsplash The last year in social media saw consumer preferences shift, new technologies emerge, and certain social platforms flourish.

Social Media 309

Social Media Advertisements Advertising Spyware 309

Webbiquity

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Though it’s still one of the top three social networks for B2B marketers, Twitter is struggling. Marketers, PR professionals, bloggers, and journalists have traditional been heavy users. Case in Point: Event Marketing. What can Twitter do from a marketing perspective? Lots of things.

Paid Search Agency 218

Paid Search Agency Twitter Trade Show Social Networks 218

Onalytica B2B

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Ultimately, both influencer marketing and employee advocacy are all about the power and influence of people. Networkers. Typically, more active on LinkedIn but no other platform other than personal social networks. Typically, more active on LinkedIn but no other platform other than personal social networks.

Peer-to-peer 279

Peer-to-peer Thought Leadership Social Media Work Management 279

Writing on the Web

SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

(As I’m on vacation for a week, I’ve invited Sydni Craig-Hart to share social networking tips.). The point is, participating in social networking is like participating in live networking. Take the time to do your research and find out EXACTLY which social networks your target market is hanging out in.

Social Networks 100

Social Networks Ning Business Ideal Customer Profiles 100

Go Beyond SEO

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Evaluating which platforms are right for your firm follows a process of gathering data, and beginning with 1 or 2 platforms best suited to your defined goals for content delivery and marketing results. According to the American Bar Association , law firms continue year after year to prefer LinkedIn as a social media marketing platform.

Social Media 88

Social Media Media Best Practices Marketing Analytics Tools 88

illumin

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Since the early 2000s, social media has been a forum for community engagement and a great way for marketers to reach audiences and build trust; it follows then, that a strong social strategy is essential for establishing a meaningful digital presence. Social ad spending in 2023 is estimated to be about $83.72

Ad Building 97

Ad Building Marketing & Strategy Best Practices Banner Ads 97

Webbiquity

APRIL 13, 2021

For anyone not aware of the social conversation’s app brief but remarkable history to date, Clubhouse was launched in April 2020 on the iPhone only. One thing all of the most popular social networks (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, even Pinterest and TikTok) have in common in the asynchronous nature of their content.

Spyware 308

Spyware Lead Scoring Lead Ranking Twitter 308

Convince & Convert

AUGUST 21, 2012

Many of the myths surrounding online community development are proliferated by common sense conclusions. Creating an online community has a basis in science—but best practices that seem clear-cut on the surface become much more complicated when you dig deeper. Only then can you define the business goals of your community.

Communities 127

Communities Fulfillment CAN-SPAM Guidelines 127

Go Beyond SEO

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Evaluating which platforms are right for your firm follows a process of gathering data, and beginning with 1 or 2 platforms best suited to your defined goals for content delivery and marketing results. According to the American Bar Association , law firms continue year after year to prefer LinkedIn as a social media marketing platform.

Social Media 78

Social Media Media Best Practices Marketing Analytics Tools 78

Oktopost

MAY 20, 2024

Marketing professionals are always deep in discussion about the most effective strategies, measurements, and tactics for success. And specifically in social media marketing, the question has always been which measurement matters more, creating engagement with our audience or bringing new visitors to the company website?

Social Media 80

Social Media Media Allocation Digital Asset Management 80