blogging for business

Blogging is a general term used for both personal and business content publishing. Though these days almost everyone has a blog, very few bloggers have actually succeeded to have a loyal subscriber base. Blogging is a good tool for any business who wants to reach out to the global audience. Here is a step by […]

google+ is growing its influence

Social networking sites may be the most popular Internet trend of the last five years. Almost everyone uses some form of social networking, be it Facebook, Google+, Twitter, or YouTube. Although social media sites were once considered trendy, it has become clear that these sites are more than just a passing trend. Social media sites […]

automation, are we doing it wrong?

If you’re like most marketing professionals, you’ve probably got a lot of irons in the fire. It may be tempting to attempt to automate as many marketing aspects as you can, but should you? Of course, you can’t do it all, but some marketing strategies require more attention than others. Social media is one of […]

get your social media right: 3 secret strategies for successful social branding

Social media is a relatively new concept. However, social media has had a profound impact on society and marketing efforts, especially as of late. However, the potential behind this phenomenon remains largely untapped as many brands don’t fully understand the medium. The first thing marketers need to realize is that social media isn’t really media. […]

is social media breeding narcissism?

There have been a number of studies released about Facebook and the habits of its users suggesting that the king of social media tools allows users to display their narcissism with others while being met with the applause and admiration of “friends.” Other forms of social media, too, allow for an inflated sense of self […]

who’s on social?

The face of social media has changed drastically since Friendster in 2002 and the social  giant Facebook, burst onto the scene in 2004. The number and type of social media sites available has grown exponentially. Facebook and Twitter tend to dominate the social networking scene, while sites like Pinterest, Instagram and Tumblr facilitate content sharing among social […]

got the social blues?

When Facebook first opened its shares to the public, there was a widespread belief that Facebook had done what companies like MySpace and Friendster couldn’t: it cemented itself as a social media giant that would stand the test of time. Unfortunately, as Facebook’s shares plummeted, it has become increasingly clear that Facebook is just another […]

3 ways progressive companies are embracing the consumer revolution

Millions of businesses are using social media. However, only a select few are using it progressively; only some understand that we are facing a Consumer Revolution – where the consumer has the power and ability to shape your brand. From what I’ve seen, the progressive companies are harnessing and sharing power with the consumer by […]

utilize the benefits of google+ in 2013

While there are many businesses that understand the power of Google+, there are many others that prefer using Facebook and Twitter due to their familiarity and customer base. While Google+ hasn’t been around as long as these social networks, you will find that Google+ provides analytical and communication tools that will help improve your business’s […]