Social media is an everyday necessity for businesses and individuals alike. It helps keep people connected at all times, which is just one of the many possible uses of social media. Companies and charities have been using these networking sites to spread awareness and raise money for amazing causes with the help of people all …
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How Facebook is Helping Small, Local Businesses
Opening a business may be exciting at first, but it can come with overwhelming obligations that were not initially anticipated. Advertising and marketing, for example, is a crucial part of a business’ success in the marketplace – especially for small, local ones who are struggling to get their name out there. The fees and time …
Is Facebook Becoming a Pest for Political Campaigns?
I was born in the year 1993, which lets you know three of my undeniable characteristics: social media is my preferred form of communication, my phone is always glued to my hand, and LinkedIn is my new best friend. Why? Because I am a Millennial. The majority of Millennials (71%), check social media sites at …
Bottlenose Blog
Because we are in a new era of the Internet, we learn a lot about what is going on in the world through social media platforms. There can’t be a celebrity break-up, corporate crisis, or something as simple as a holiday sale without it trending on Twitter. My thoughts are, if Twitter provides its users …
6 Ways to Effectively Use Social Media for Your Brand
Maintaining a social media presence for a brand is hard work that requires constant attention and nurturing in order for it to be successful and interactive. At Kidd Group, our Public Relations Team manages a variety of different social media accounts ranging from healthcare organizations to tourism and travel accounts, making our messaging and plans …
Facebook Confessionals: TMI
Don’t get me wrong…I love Facebook as much as the next person. My problem isn’t with Facebook, it’s with the people and their affinity for oversharing. I won’t name any names, but there are certain users who go a bit crazy in the status update department. I feel like some of the posts are reminiscent …
Word of Mouth + Social Media = Ongoing Revolution
Earlier today I received a Facebook notification that a friend of mine is “so excited for Sasquatch; Indie music unite!” Curiosity peaked, I googled Sasquatch and, lo and behold, I stumbled upon the website for a huge music festival based in Washington State that I had never heard of before. This led me to think …
Battle of the Search Engines
These days, you can find just about anything in an online search. Want to find out the most popular ice cream flavors? Just Google it. Want to know what people are saying right now about last night’s episode of “The Bachelorette”? Search it on Twitter. Microsoft has even come up with its own search tool, …
Battle of the Multilogue: Facebook Surpasses MySpace
For the first time, data shows Facebook has caught up with MySpace in monthly U.S. traffic. While MySpace announced it is cutting 30 percent of its employee base in order to become more “efficient,” Facebook continues to gain acceptance and steam among a wide range of audiences. Once a pastime almost solely for American college …