Does Using Social Media Boost SEO?

Social media marketing should be one of the most trusted allies of SEO. According to research by Databox, 66% of digital marketers believe that social media shares have a direct correlation to specific pages’/post overall search ranking. The same study also found that 29% said “it does not.” Why the disparities? The truth is far…

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4 Effortless Ways to Build Your Most Engaging LinkedIn Profile

One of the most important social media platforms for entrepreneurs is also one of the most overlooked. Yes, I’m talking about LinkedIn. It’s not the first thing that comes to mind when you think about a flashy social media presence, but it’s crucial to your success. After all, 645 million people are on LinkedIn, and…

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What Audiences Want

It’s official: Physical and digital engagement is paramount for effective customer engagement. No matter what age, gender or location, consumers around the world agree that when it comes to brand interactions, personal, trusted and reliable omnichannel engagement is THE preferred option and choice. Over 85 percent of 2,000 global consumers surveyed by the Chief Marketing…

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3 Valuable Instagram Hacks to Power Your Sales

Digital businesses are obsessed with sales. On Instagram, most small businesses apply spammy Instagram marketing techniques: Subscribing for fake ads, posting tons of random content, or buying thousands of Instagram followers. Jasmine Star, the internationally recognized photographer who leveraged Instagram to build a six-figure business in her first year, suggests that business owners should forget…

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5 Ways Small Businesses Can Build Their Online Presence

As a small business, you have to work hard to keep up with your competition. A great space to do this is on social media. Even if you don’t have the same workforce as your competitors, you can dominate online with a little planning ahead. Here are a few ways to help your small business…

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New Survey Shows How People Interact with Brands on Social Media

A new survey by The Manifest, explores how social media users from across the U.S. interact with brands on social media and how these interactions influence their buying decisions. The findings can help businesses understand how their social media interactions with consumers can boost brand awareness, build trust, and convert followers into loyal customers. Here are some…

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These 7 Social Media Mistakes Can Dramatically Hurt Your Sales

The social media landscape has allowed smaller brands to exponentially expand their reach. It’s given them much easier access to audiences and the ability to engage and connect like never before. But as with most marketing tools, it’s not a magical solution without its downside. Mistakes can happen, with the most glaring ones able to…

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