Why Instagram Reigns Supreme for Building Brand Communities

Why Instagram Reigns Supreme for Building Brand Communities

Featured image by Kindel Media If you’re looking to build a thriving brand community, Instagram is likely your best bet, and it’s not just because it’s trendy. With over 2 billion monthly active users and a platform average engagement rate of 2%, Instagram combines...
Scroll TikTok with Purpose: Inspiring Accounts For Marketers to Watch

Scroll TikTok with Purpose: Inspiring Accounts For Marketers to Watch

Photo by S O C I A L . C U T  Whether you’re a marketer looking to up your content game, a small business trying to reach a new audience, or a social media professional on the hunt for the next big trend, TikTok is the platform for you. But with how fast TikTok moves,...
Influencer Marketing’s Blindspot: FTC Regulations and How to Follow Them

Influencer Marketing’s Blindspot: FTC Regulations and How to Follow Them

Featured image by MART PRODUCTION Influencer marketing is booming, expected to reach $33 billion globally. It’s a space where everyone from budding influencers to major brands is looking to cash in (and yes, NISM even offers a webinar on influencer marketing basics!)....
Was Duolingo’s AI Announcement a Failure? Only If We Don’t Learn From It.

Was Duolingo’s AI Announcement a Failure? Only If We Don’t Learn From It.

Featured image by Alex Green In April 2025, Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn announced the company’s transition to an “AI-first” strategy, aiming to integrate AI across its operations. The announcement has since sparked significant backlash. People have taken to social media...
Setting The Stage for Success: How to Nail the Creative Brief

Setting The Stage for Success: How to Nail the Creative Brief

Photo by Alice Yamamura You’re gearing up for your next great social media campaign when it hits you: you know what needs to be done, but you’re not sure how to get there. The creative brief ensures you and your team are on the same page and sets up your campaign for...