Tag Archives: facebook

June 20, 2013

Marketing Integration

Why Hashtags Matter

hashtags

Recently the Internet has been abuzz with the announcement that Facebook will soon be adopting Twitter’s signature hashtag feature. Already embraced by networks such as Instagram, Tumblr, and Google+, many see this as a big development and a statement on …


April 25, 2013

Social Spotlight

A Facebook Hack That Helps You Learn About Your Audience

facebook hack

Recently, at our Social Strategy Boot Camp in Des Moines, an audience member asked, “How do I know my market size or interests when it comes to social media?” One approach we’ve found useful in doing research for clients employs …


April 18, 2013

Content Marketing

9 Forms of Visual Content You Need to Know About

visual content

Social networks like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest are hungry for visual content. Many of these platforms have been designed to highlight graphics, and with the opportunity to share insights, information, or even a laugh, it’s time that all brands …


March 7, 2013

Interview

Iowa Department of Transportation Uses Social Media for Safety

iowa department of transportation social media

For the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT), having a few thousand extra sets of eyes on the roads can mean increased safety for all drivers. Because of this, the department has created a push for social media engagement that will …


January 28, 2013

Social Spotlight

Twitter’s New Vine App Redefines Video Content in Six Seconds

twitter vine app

Last Thursday Twitter introduced Vine, an engaging new way to create and share concise mobile video content. Actually, Twitter announced their acquisition of Vine Labs and their signature app. Like all things Twitter, Vine is defined by its brevity. What …


January 16, 2013

Social Spotlight

What Does Facebook Graph Search Mean for Brands?

facebook graph search

On Tuesday, Facebook announced a new feature to their billion-plus users — Graph Search. After heralding this exciting new announcement (video below) many were left wondering what Facebook Graph Search is beyond an enhanced search feature and what it means …


September 24, 2012

Social Spotlight

What Facebook’s EdgeRank Algorithm Means for Your Brand

Facebook has a dirty secret. You know that brand page you have where you’re hoping to attract some of Facebook’s 900 million users? You know, the one you put all of your blood, sweat, and tears into posting engaging content …



June 14, 2012

Social Media Strategy

The 8 Social Habits Brands Need to Know About

There’s not enough good research out there today. This fact is sad but true. It’s especially true in the social media space, where junk research and sensational headlines abound (example — earlier this week The Wall Street Journal forecasted Facebook’s …


April 12, 2012

Branding

When Brands Collide: Facebook Buys Instagram

Earlier this week it was announced that Facebook had acquired funky photo-sharing app Instagram for a cool $1 billion in cash and stock. However, many in the digerati expressed fears about this acquisition, wondering if the giant in Menlo Park …