NISM Blog
Meet and Greet: Natalie Droeske
Our SMS professionals serve as ambassadors for our certification program here at NISM. Not only are they knowledgeable about our curriculum, but they also share our passion for social media. Best of all, their stories help shape our organization and the work that we...
Add Social Media Continuity Planning To Your 2024 To-Do List
Photo by cottonbro studio Imagine a favorite brand that you follow suddenly changes everything about their social media marketing. Emojis are dropped, accessibility is not a priority, hashtags suddenly have commas, and the brand look and feel have transformed. Is this...
24 Sure-Fire Ways to Build a Strong Online Brand in 2024
Photo by Vlada Karpovich There’s one thing that new businesses need to “get” in 2024 and beyond. And it’s this: Your reputation, and by extension, your personal brand is a very valuable asset. It can be the difference between getting a flood of high-value clients or...
Social Media Etiquette: How to Navigate Sensitive Topics and Conversations Online
Photo by Alex Green It's not uncommon to find varying opinions online, because social media has become an integral part of our lives. It's where we connect with friends and family, share experiences, and engage in conversations that matter to us. However, things may...
Take Your Brand’s Online Presence to the Next Level
Photo by Marcus Aurelius It's time to unlock the secrets of success and amplify your online presence. In today's fast-paced digital landscape, a strong online brand is essential for success – it's no longer a luxury, but a necessity. Did you know that a powerful...
Six Top Tips for Social Media Management
Photo by Tatiana Syrikova In his role as the social media strategist for Tufts University, Mark Daly oversees the school’s flagship and alumni social media channel strategy—with more than 330,000 followers across the combination of channels he manages. In 2022,...
Courageous Social Media Marketing Choices: When is it Best to Say Goodbye?
In today’s always-connected digital age, understanding your audience is the best way to make courageous social media marketing choices for your personal and business brands. The social media landscape and platforms are changing all the time and with new platforms...
An Interview With Three Higher Ed Social Media Professionals
Photo by Keira Burton Chat with enough college students about social media work and you’re almost guaranteed to hear one question over and over: “How do I become a social media professional?” A social media career is a relatively new track—the first professional...
Navigating the Festive Frenzy: The Art and Impact of Hashtag Holidays
Photo by cottonbro studio As we approach the holiday season, the digital landscape is abuzz with hashtag holidays, from Black Friday and Small Business Saturday to Ugly Sweater Day. While these unconventional celebrations offer a goldmine for marketing and engagement,...