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How to Utilize Pinterest as a Marketing Tool

Pinterest was first released in 2010 with the first pin being a photo of a cut out paper shape of a couple kissing on a bike, pinned by co-founder Ben Silbermann. After a few hiccups it didn’t take long to join Facebook and Twitter at the top of social media. This is an app for everyone with many different topics. Pinners can share, create, repost and collect information in pictures or videos. You can store these “Pins” on boards you create that have specific themes. It started as more of a … [Read more...]

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Why you Should Stay Socially Trendy!

By Patsy Stewart 6 Comments

Social Media Marketing is all about information and connecting with others. Society loves to know what is going on in the world, so this makes it very important to provide current information so your fans know what’s going on. Aaron Lee stated: “These days, social media waits for no one. If you’re LATE for the party, you’ll probably be covered by all the noise and you might not be able to get your voice across. It could only mean that if you want to be heard by the crowd, you have to be … [Read more...]

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Make the Customer the Hero of Your Story

By Patsy Stewart 2 Comments

Many businesses create a story that showcases the product as the "Hero". If you really want your customers to buy or appreciate your product then you should make them the hero or star of the story, not your business. Ann Handley, MarketingProfs Chief Content Officer, wrote a great article that explains in a modern tone what it really means to make your customer the hero of your. Click on the link below to read her … [Read more...]

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How to Respond to Social Media Comments

By Patsy Stewart 35 Comments

Whether you are involved in a blog post or social media platforms, comments mean that you are engaging with your fans. It is very important to start and continue that conversation. But sometimes comments can come back to bite you if you are not careful. Just because you produce some great content and get a lot of positive responses doesn’t mean you wont get some remarks that are not as optimistic. Social media is all about impressions and creating a more personal conversation between the … [Read more...]

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Introducing Our Newest Client: Notations

By Patsy Stewart 4 Comments

John and I just returned from an exciting trip to New York City, where we met with the President and VP of Operations for our new apparel client, Notations. Notations is a manufacturer of womens and misses clothing found in many major department stores. Their products are sold under the Notations and NY Collection labels. Notations is located near Times Square on Broadway in the fashion district. They occupy the 40th floor of their building with a phenomenal view overlooking the Empire State … [Read more...]

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Who rules the social media house?

By Patsy Stewart 1 Comment

Content is King but engagement is Queen and the lady rules the house! The king gets all the glory but the queen is his right hand woman. She tends to move the strings behind the scenes and not really noticing her that much. Without her the king would just fall apart. Like Mari Smith said: “Content is King but engagement is Queen and the lady rules the house.” Just having a website and presence online doesn’t make you a successful business. You can have the best content but if you don’t … [Read more...]

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Are the 2015 Super Bowl Commercials as Important as the Game?

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We all know that the Super Bowl is about football but it’s also about Advertising! People now watch the Super Bowl for the commercials just as much as the game. This event has become more than just about sports. It’s a brands way to capture attention from all the eyes of the game on social media. This year several companies pre-released their 2015 commercials instead of waiting to release them on Sunday. Check out the 2015 previews: … [Read more...]

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Always “want to change the world!”

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While speaking at INBOUND successful social media guru, Guy Kawasaki said “Great companies start because the founders want to change the world…not make a fast buck.” This well said statement really describes the motto all of us should share. It makes a huge difference when you love and believe in what you are doing. If you do this then the job really doesn’t seem like work anymore – it becomes more fun! Always have your have your client’s best interests at heart. And do not forget why … [Read more...]

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Top 25 Social Media Influencers You Should Follow

By Patsy Stewart 25 Comments

It's important to stay connected and in the moment in any social media platform. Following the right people can be essential. They can influence how you think, how you connect with others and how you and learn. Learning from experts in your field or in business can help you achieve greater results and allows you to see different objectives while coming to your own conclusions. If you already follow these individuals, you know what we’re talking about! If you aren’t following these … [Read more...]

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Why is it so important to attend social media conferences

By Patsy Stewart 1 Comment

Having a job in social media is amazing. There are still lots of people who think that you just sit on Facebook all day, but there is more to it than that. One figures out your social media strategy, finding the right time to post, understanding what works and what does not, and building strong connections with clients and fans on a daily basis. By attending a conference one is able to connect with others who are like you. You can learn from others as well as what is new and evolving in the … [Read more...]

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