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January 8th, 2014 by SEM Contributor
According to an
eMarketer report, 1.73 billion people use social media worldwide. That’s one out of every four people. Clearly, social media provides an incredible opportunity to reach a huge audience.
It seems as though every company is jumping on the social media bandwagon (for good reason), and car insurance companies are no different. The U.S. Census found that roughly…
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January 7th, 2014 by SEM Contributor
By now, you’ve almost certainly heard the term “content marketing.”
It’s not a new concept, but it’s become one of the biggest buzzwords in online advertising. And for good reason: Content marketing costs 62% less than traditional marketing, and generates about three times as many leads.
But there is, of course, a catch: You have to get lots of eyes…
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January 6th, 2014 by SEM Contributor
Social media isn’t just for staying in touch with your high school friends anymore.
Professionals use it to network and promote themselves and their businesses, to find new jobs and follow careers. Students use it to find colleges and programs, follow teachers and work on projects.
It’s also helpful in furthering education and can be a smart tool to use…
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December 23rd, 2013 by Olga
What is happening to the tradition of sending Christmas cards? For over a century and a half, people have been wishing each other seasons greetings with cards – an idea first created by Sir Henry Cole and his designer friend, John Horsely, in 1843.
The popularity of this custom has not faltered, with Christmas cards being responsible for a large…
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December 18th, 2013 by SEM Contributor
Many companies using Twitter focus on their total number of followers, and don’t take the time to find out
who those followers are. But finding out a little more about your followers can make all the difference to your social media campaign.
Here are a few things to keep in mind when managing your business Twitter account:
Why You Need …
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December 16th, 2013 by SEM Contributor
Social media has become a crucial element in most businesses’ marketing strategies, and many credit unions have recognized its importance.
More and more consumers are carrying smartphones, and are spending a significant portion of their online time on social networks.
Here are just a few credit unions that are reaching out to these consumers via social channels, and how:
1. …
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December 12th, 2013 by SEM Contributor
It’s not always easy to know if your teens are going through depression. Teens can naturally be moody, so trying to decipher a bad day from a severe depression can sometimes be challenging. With the national suicide statistics in this country for teens rising at an alarming rate, parents need to be vigilant. According to the CDC, 17.4% of teenage…
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December 11th, 2013 by SEM Contributor
The search for personal finance software can seem a little overwhelming.
There are many companies, choices and options available to help you manage your budget. Social media, however, can help you find software to meet your needs.
Research Your Options on Facebook
Facebook can help you discover personal finance software that your friends trust and recommend. You can also look…
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December 10th, 2013 by SEM Contributor
Social media is no longer a privilege for businesses, and it’s no longer something only large businesses or only businesses in the U.S. use; social media is a must for each and every business, worldwide.
Back in 2011, a
KPMG survey found that the UK is lagging a bit when it comes to social media.
At the time, more than…
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December 3rd, 2013 by Nolan Kido
Social media is the ideal tool for businesses looking to improve online visibility. The natural inclination of social media users to share information allows a company to spread its message throughout the internet. Savvy business owners can share a plethora of information to customers and potential customers. Social media allows shareable content is the form of photos, videos, articles, news,…
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