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Think Like A Follower
Community Building Katie Stanton Community Building Katie Stanton

Think Like A Follower

Other than your loyal supporters and friends liking your company’s posts, you probably have at least a handful of followers you don’t even recognize. 

Instagram Insights are here to help. Let’s break down what Insights can (and can’t) tell you, to help demystify your audience.

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Make your Insta 3x better before the day’s over
Katie Stanton Katie Stanton

Make your Insta 3x better before the day’s over

You know that feeling when you take the perfect shot for Instagram? Whether it’s a #nofilter sunset or your favorite coffee shop’s #latteart, it’s hard not to feel pleased when the likes start rolling in.

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On Twitter, There Are No Takebacks
Katie Stanton Katie Stanton

On Twitter, There Are No Takebacks

Lots of the Twitter advice out there says to “be yourself!” and “post in the moment!” Yes, on your social media you should be you -- absolutely share your personality, your sense of humor, and what inspires you. If something cool is happening in your store or office, Tweeting it live can be fun. Twitter is quick and snappy; the average lifespan of a Tweet is less than 20 minutes.

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#Hashtag201 #NextLevel
Katie Stanton Katie Stanton

#Hashtag201 #NextLevel

Last week, we broke down hashtag basics for the uninitiated. This week, we're sharing some examples of how to use hashtags (and how not to) for your next big marketing push or advocacy campaign.

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#Hashtag101
Katie Stanton Katie Stanton

#Hashtag101

Remember when # was just a weird button on your phone you never used? We’re going to break down some of the basics so you have a better understanding of how to use them on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Let's Get Festive
Katie Stanton Katie Stanton

Let's Get Festive

In between bites of breakfast pie is a perfect time to start thinking about your holiday marketing strategy. Or, at the very least, it's a good excuse to avoid Black Friday shopping. (Did you know that social media posts about Black Friday are overwhelmingly negative?)

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