One Reason Why I Love Using Facebook

One Reason Why I Love Using Facebook

Social Media
We hear so many people gripe and complain about Facebook, that this post is kind of nice to write. I’ll be the first to admit that Facebook is not where I hang my hat. However, the one thing I absolutely love about Facebook is that I get to keep up with my friends. Friends that I have known since high school, friends I have made over my adult years, and friends I have made over social media. Many of my never-met-in-person social media friends are people that I talk to every day! I also don't have the time, money or energy to gallivant around the globe to see all my friends. Facebook solves this problem for me in one neat package. I love that I have somewhere to share my…
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Top 5 Must Have Twitter Lists Every Entrepreneur Should Use

Social Media
Are you using Twitter lists to manage your Twitter timeline? When you’re actively using Twitter, consistently following and engaging new tweeps, your following will grow so large that it will become a challenge to manage. Twitter lists are one way to manage your busy timeline. Twitter gives you the easy ability to group people into specific lists, which you can refer to quickly to catch up with tweets you may have otherwise missed. Twitter lists are the best, most effective way to isolate tweets from specific people, so that you can look at them separate from your crowded timeline. Quick Tip: Did you know you can follow Twitter profiles using lists without actually following their accounts, which means these users aren’t notified that you’re following them. Technically, you’re not following; you’re…
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3 Common Social Media Myths Debunked

3 Common Social Media Myths Debunked

Social Media
Are you suffering from social media overwhelm? Perhaps you have fallen for the shiny object syndrome trying to use too many sites? Is your love affair with social media turning into the relationship from disasterville? You just might be falling for all the marketing myths being spit out by those 'gurus.' I don’t want you to think you can’t rock social networks. I want you to use social media as a powerful tool for your business. Yes, YOU! The key to using social media for business is to develop a strategy first, so that you work smarter, not longer. Posting online all day is not a revenue generating activity unless you’re a Social Media Manager. With that being said, let’s get clear on three common misconceptions about social media right now! Social Media…
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Use These Words To Get Your Content Shared on Social Media

Use These Words To Get Your Content Shared on Social Media

Social Media
Do you want more social media traffic? Have you noticed how some social media posts get tons of engagement and some are plain duds? There is an art to writing an engaging social media post, no matter which social media platform you're using. Did you know that the words you use within your content could drastically affect how much social media traffic you get? For example, if you want more Facebook traffic, then using words like “when,” “tell us,” “submit,” “deals,” and “discounts” can help you get more shares, likes and traffic to your site. On the other hand, if you use the words promotional keywords like “contest,” “promotion,” or “coupon” on Facebook, you’ll actually get fewer shares and likes and less traffic. When crafting your LinkedIn profile, you will…
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How To Use Hashtags to Boost Your Online Presence

How To Use Hashtags to Boost Your Online Presence

Social Media
Have you ever wondered if you're using hashtags the right way? How to use hashtags to get more visibility for your social media posts? Are the hashtags you use helping or hurting your brand? I know people use hashtags all the time, and too many people simply over-hashtag their posts. You know, those tweets and Instagram posts that are just a bunch of hashtags. Or those infamous posts that have hashtags that are too long and make no sense. Ugh... We’re not going to even try to make sense of these crazy excessive hashtaggers (is that a word?). I’m talking to the companies using hashtags for business, to get in front of potential customers. There are ways you can use hashtags to increase your online presence and get found by people looking…
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A Busy Entrepreneur’s Guide To Social Media Management

A Busy Entrepreneur’s Guide To Social Media Management

Strategy, Tips and Tools
Can we all agree that using social media can make time move faster than it’s supposed to? Have you ever lost track of time using social media, and wondered to yourself "What was I just doing? Did I actually get anything accomplished?" Social media management... sometimes it sounds like an oxymoron doesn't it? Or perhaps you're swamped running your business and there’s simply no time to use social media? Or worse, you feel like you have to be on social media all day to see any results? We're going  to get rid of ALL of this drama. ALL OF IT! Note: If you want to keep complaining, stop reading here. I"m about to throw your excuses out the window! If you're looking for a solution to social media overwhelm... let us continue. You…
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Social Media Stats of 2013 [Infographic]

Social Media
We all know social media is just a passing fad right? Haha, good one! Here is an interesting infographic done by Digital Insights that sums up key social media facts, figures, numbers and statistics of 2013. These relevant stats will come in handy for any business owner or marketing professional, whether you’re trying to decide ♦  which platforms you should be using ♦  who is using social media ♦  how to reach your target audience, or ♦  if you should finally commit to developing a real social media strategy. These are some pretty interesting social media stats to consider as you plan your social media efforts for the upcoming year. by Digital Insights Ciao, Miss Kemya  
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