Should Your Business Have a Pinterest Account?

There are a variety of reasons why businesses are hesitant to create Pinterest accounts. Many believe that Pinterest isn’t the place to connect with their target market. Others believe that Pinterest is for wedding planning or DIY inspiration, and that’s it. These common misconceptions have prevented many from taking full advantage of the business features […]

Does Influencer Marketing Really Work?

When was the last time you purchased a product because someone you follow online uses it? The post may have seemed like a subtle recommendation, but it was most likely influencer marketing working its magic.  An influencer is an individual who has the power to affect purchase decisions of others because of their authority, knowledge, […]

Industry Related Hashtags For Your Small Business

Every industry has plenty of related hashtags that are perfect for social media posts. They are the perfect complement to your branded hashtags. That way you get exposure to the industry at large and raise awareness of your brand. It’s most efficient and effective to use hashtags that are the most relevant to your industry. […]

How To Use Local and Regional Hashtags

Depending on your location, there are many popular hashtags relevant to your area and region. These hashtags are a great way to get more followers and engagement from people in your area. Local and regional hashtags also allow customers to find and connect with local businesses. Likewise, businesses can learn about their customers, find potential […]

5 Tips for Running a Successful Social Media Marketing Campaign

Launching a successful social media marketing campaign takes research and strategic planning. The campaign can help you connect with new followers, build meaningful relationships with the existing followers, and drive long-term sales. Connecting with your audience doesn’t mean only focusing on the quantity of followers or likes, but rather meeting measurable goals, which can range […]

How To Use Days of the Week Hashtags

Certain days of the week are associated with certain tasks, ideas, and feelings. Saturday and Sunday many people are off from work. Those days can elicit feelings of joy and excitement. Monday is seen by some as gloomy. Others may see it as a fresh start. People may associate certain days with working out, being […]

How to Share User Generated Content on Social Media

Small businesses rely heavily on building connections with their customers and the best way to do so is by making your brand appear more human. Creating a brand that feels personable can be achieved by sharing your customers’ experiences using your products or enjoying your services, but what if we told you that you don’t […]

7 of the Best Local Hashtag Campaigns

  Hashtag campaigns are a great way for your business or brand to increase awareness and gather user-generated content. By creating branded hashtags, your business is able to track when users are sharing content related to your business or campaign. There are several successful, local hashtag campaigns that were created by local businesses here in […]