social media: How Real Estate Pros Can Create Irresistible Graphics
- 07/16/14 01:47 AM
Imagine the unbelievable power of a group of people who do more than just like or plus one your content? Now envision an enthusiastic crowd that seeks out your content and eagerly shares it with their network. That’s what an engaged social media following plus powerful, attention-grabbing graphics can do. Not only can they build brand awareness, but also online influence as you cast your marketing net across a larger audience. The great news? Adding eye-popping images to your unique content has never been easier!
Canva, in their commitment to providing a consistent stream of branded and professionally designed graphics, has just released … (11 comments)
social media: How to Instantly Revive Old Blog Content
- 10/25/13 02:52 AM
One of the greatest challenges for bloggers is content creation. The second greatest challenge is what happens after that content is created. While promotion is key to a successful blog, the astonishing truth is that most bloggers write an article, hit publish, share across one or two social networks and call it a day. You might wonder why anyone would take the time to write an article simply to let it gather dust? Mainly because they don't know what to do with it or how to get that content in front of as many people as possible. The answer? Repurpose your content … (78 comments)
social media: 4 Tips to Spruce Up Your Marketing Image
- 07/30/13 09:09 AM
Sunshine, lazy days spent at the ballpark and ice cream, lots of ice cream. All things I think of when summertime rolls around. While much of summer might be spent outdoors, taking the time to spruce up your marketing image both offline and online can be a simple way to infuse new life into your personal brand! Spruce Up Your Marketing Image 1. Clean Up Your Email Marketing Freshen up your email marketing by asking yourself a few questions: Does the design match your personal brand look, feel and overall style? Have you added all of your contact information, including … (35 comments)
social media: How to 'Get Social' in 15 Minutes Per Day
- 10/10/11 02:52 AM
There is a common misconception when it comes to social media marketing. The thought is that to create a presence you must spend a ridiculous amount of time each day posting, tweeting, commenting and interacting on everything from Facebook to YouTube. The truth in the matter is that if you are focused, organized and consistent you can create a social media presence within 15 minutes per day. Hard to believe? Let’s take a look at how easy it really can be! Your 3 Step Social Media Strategy Step 1: 5 minutes in the morning before your day gets started: … (14 comments)
social media: Why Your Business MUST Get Social
- 09/19/11 05:21 AM
It’s no secret that social media is hot, hot hot! With over 750 million people using Facebook alone, it’s obvious to see why everyone from the national car dealership to your local bakery is using social media to get found. Social sites like Facebook and LinkedIn are where all the cool kids are hanging out, not only spending their time but also their money. This makes ‘getting social’ almost impossible to avoid as an independent business owner. And by business owner I’m referring to anyone who works to earn a living by pounding the pavement each and every day. … (9 comments)
social media: How to Add Social Media Buttons to Your Active Rain Signature
- 05/15/11 04:32 AM
How to Add Social Media Buttons to Your Active Rain Signature I've received a lot of questions in regards to adding linkable social media images to your Active Rain signature. If you're not familiar with how the Active Rain signature is incorporated into your blog, here's a screenshot of what appears at the end of each of my blog articles:
You have two options in adding images to your Active Rain signature - upload an image from your computer or add the html code. Unfortunately, unless you're familiar with html this process can be cumbersome compared to simply uploading your Facebook, … (34 comments)
I know what you're thinking. "Twitter for Business??? I don't think so." And your objections start to fly. It's a waste of time, it takes your focus off the "important" things, it's silly, it's a time sucker, you can't measure it and most importantly - how great can it be when it's free? I've heard them all and each one does hold validity in its own right when you consider Twitter as a standalone solution. However, combining your marketing efforts and integrating Twitter might be easier and far more productive than … (2 comments)
social media: 5 Ways to Build Your Facebook Fan Page Following
- 04/15/11 10:12 AM
5 Ways to Build Your Facebook Fan Page Following You've built your Fanpage, added content and now you're ready to show it off to the world. So how can you quickly encourage people to "Like" your page? Finding fans can be a challenge, but like any other spoke to your marketing plan - it can be accomplished through commitment and time. Here are a few of my suggestions to help you get started! Do you have an email list or database that you've built over your career? If so, make sure you invite them to join your page and follow you on … (7 comments)
social media: How to Use Social Media to Build Your Brand
- 04/12/11 03:48 AM
I have the honor of speaking to a group of students at the University of Colorado this week on Social Media and its impact on business marketing. The students are currently working with small local business' on revamping their social media presence, websites and brand. They've asked for my insight on how it's impacted business marketing strategies including what social media sites are used most frequently and how we use them on a day-to-day basis. Since this is a fairly large topic, I was hoping you could offer stories of how social media has changed your business.
I was honored to be interviewed by Bliss Sawyer last week, a mortgage and marketing coach whose marketing blog I've followed and really enjoyed for quite some time. In the last several months she and I have had a chance to get to know each other after she became a member of a mastermind group I've been a part of for quite some time. I have to say, if you're looking for guidance and coaching in your career - this girl truly practices what she preaches. Just check out her blog. You will see how she deals with the same … (4 comments)
social media: Top 3 Social Media Tools I Can't Live Without
- 04/05/11 06:12 AM
While I've been a member of Active Rain for years, I'm ashamed to say I've only recently become an active member. Sadly, it's become glaringly evident to me in the last few months how much I've missed out on. This community is so incredibly giving of their time, talents and expertise. What a wonderful way to gain knowledge and friends all while engaging with like-minded professionals...brilliant! As I responded to an email this morning questioning my top fav social media tools, I thought in the spirit of giving I would share my responses and hopefully in return would learn about a few of yours.
Author Bio: Rebekah Radice is a social media marketing, internet marketing and content marketing specialist. Rebekah Radice consults with business professionals to assist with their social media and blog marketing efforts.
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