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I’ve gone into detail about my dos and don'ts for navigating social media holidays! And, if you make it to the end, not only will you be my new best friend, but you’ll also get to see my list of the best upcoming holidays you won’t want to miss!
This Spring, we're thrilled to welcome Maddie Lee onboard as our Chair 8 Content Intern! Armed with the latest trends and a steady filming hand, Maddie brings a unique Gen Z perspective to our team as we chart new waters. To kick off her internship, I sat down with Maddie to hear her thoughts on the future of social media content and her hopes for this position.
As the landscape of social media marketing races forward at a breakneck pace, I can’t help but think about the words of the man, the myth, the legend… Ricky Bobby. 'If you ain’t first, you’re last.' And in this digital race, staying ahead isn’t just an advantage, it may just be your only chance to win!
Amidst the hustle and bustle of the holidays, this blog has your back! I've curated eight content ideas that'll sprinkle some magic into your social media strategy, ensuring your brand shines as brightly as Rudolph's nose.
A handful of us Lifties had the privilege of attending Fast Company’s Innovation Festival this fall in the bustling Big Apple. The event brought together a diverse community of marketers and innovators from across the world, fostering enlightening discussions, purposeful networking, and invaluable insights.
Burnout is a scary word, because to so many, burnout means giving up. But, let's face it – in today's digital age, burnout is inevitable, especially in the realm of social media. Even seasoned social media managers aren't immune to the “doom scroll.”
If the NFL can attract hundreds of thousands of fresh fans, could there be a compelling case for your brand to do the same? In the world of social media marketing, diversifying your audience is a crucial strategy to expand your reach and increase engagement, so let’s dive in!
It’s back to school season, and surprisingly enough, I miss the days of getting geared up to start a fresh new year! I mean, I could go without the calculus, five paragraph essays, and lunchroom drama, but there was always something so exciting about buying new supplies, laying out the crisp first day of school outfit, and starting over.
On July 21st, the new live-action Barbie movie starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling came to the big screen. Greta Gerwig’s work features other big names including Will Ferrell, which meant that this movie was already set to be a hit. However, the marketing team would not rely on that.
Only three months after it was first announced, Threads received a whopping 5 million sign-ups in the first four hours alone. After one week it amassed a total of 109 million users, making it the most rapidly downloaded app of all time. To put all that into perspective, Instagram also amassed 110 million followers in 2013… three years after its creation!
For this month’s blog, I thought it would be fun to sit down with our incredibly talented Social Media Intern, Amelia Benesky, to hear her thoughts about the future of our social media and the power of Gen Z. After all, the future of social media marketing rests in the capable hands of individuals like her!
At Chair 8, our social team uses, loves, and swears by Canva, an online graphic design platform that has redefined our processes. Not only is it easy to use, but it has allowed us to collaborate on projects far bigger and far better executed than ever before! Even though I used to swear by programs like Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, etc., I have all but deserted them for Canva.
So, with that secret confessed, I am going to channel my inner Gordon Ramsey and tell it to you straight — these are my hot takes on the newest Instagram features.
Here’s our deep dive into the teachings we will be implementing and why you should be too.
Are we grateful that platforms like Instagram are evolving to provide digital marketers with new ways of reaching our target audience? Of course! That’s how we push our own boundaries, stay on top of trends, and provide the best results for our clients. However, too often these new features fall short of what agencies, businesses, and really all users are wanting.
But what if you need to boost your engagement? That’s okay! There is always room to grow. Why not try out a new strategy! Here are my social media manager tested ways for boosting your Instagram engagement overnight.
Think of social media marketing as a new book, not just a new chapter for your business. Start from scratch by taking the time to reflect on what values your business provides, who your customers are, and what the two are able to create when they come together. Don’t rush into posting just to “stay relevant.” Think of what relevance your content will have to others, and how you can create it in a sustainable and measurable way.
This holiday season, I want to encourage everyone out there to support local, small businesses. And, if you need a little help doing that, I have a list of ways you can help!
The holidays are *almost* here, so gather around the fire, grab your hot cocoa, and let me tell you a jolly story about every digital marketer's favorite holiday tradition — shopping season!
I admit it. I love Halloween. And, because I love Halloween, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to trick-or-treat myself to a little self-indulgent Halloween blog. This month, we’re taking a look at horror movies, specifically, three tips pulled from your favorite fright-filled flicks that surprisingly relate to social media marketing!
In-person conferences are BACK and we’re here for it. Especially when said conference is in Beantown with wicked awesome 70° weather. Late summer in Boston is truly a site to behold — the perfect escape to offset hours of indoor information overloading. Whether you’ve been to Inbound before or still have it on your continuing education bucket list, these marketing tips & tricks we picked up are sure to inspire a visit.
Okay, everyone — buckle up, because in today’s blog I’ll be spilling some top-secret information that social media managers don’t want you to know. That’s right. I’m here to fill you in on the websites and tools that I use every day to create amazing content for my clients.
I have a secret to tell… I don’t always find it easy to be creative. Sometimes people assume that because we call ourselves creatives we are constantly brimming with unique, new, out-of-the-box ideas…
Twitter has infamously been “anti-edit” since its launch in 2006. Basically, every other text-based social media platform on the internet lets you fix a mistake (i.e. Facebook, Instagram, even Reddit), but Twitter has held fast to the belief that editing could be abused…
It’s graduation season, and that means one thing — I’m getting sentimental. As a member of the “COVID Class” of 2020, I still feel like I missed out on the capstone of my college experience. I didn’t walk across the stage to get my diploma. I didn’t get to taste Clemson’s famous homemade ice cream for the last time. And, I didn’t get to say goodbye to many of the professors and classmates that changed my life forever…
Whether they’re lawyers, nurses, teachers, construction workers, stay-at-home heros, or small business owners, all moms are BUSY. With so little time and so much to do, it is crucial that your brand is developing strategies to meet these key decision makers’ specific needs. After all, if momma ain’t happy then nobody is happy!
If you have never heard of a call to action (CTA) before don’t be alarmed! This term is often brand new for our social media clients. CTAs are statements designed to get an immediate, measurable response from your audience. I like to use the metaphor that a social media post is the door to your brand, but a strong CTA is the sign saying “come on in and stay awhile”!
Snackable content is the term used to describe content designed to be easy for readers to consume and share. Short, sweet, and extremely filling, these bite-sized pieces of content may take the form of GIFs, memes, infographics, quotes, or even Instagram Reels.
Meet the Author: Delaney Johnson
Delaney honed her skills at creative storytelling by interning in almost every area of arts marketing possible. While living in New York she helped grow and engage the “Hamilfan” online community for the Broadway phenomenon Hamilton. Add this to experience working with a record label promoting artists like Mariah Carey and marketing for touring shows like Cirque du Soleil, and you’ve got one seasoned social media pro. Her favorite part of it all? Bringing a brand’s story to life in creative ways and shining a spotlight on their work to grow their community online.
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