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From Résumé to Reels: How Job Seekers Can Build a Personal Brand on Social Media
Featured image by Ivan Samkov As professionals prepare for the workforce and progress through their careers, they’re often taught the importance of traditional résumés and cover letters for making a first impression. But as the business world continues to move on from...
Beyond the Gimmick: What an AI Avatar Can Teach Social Media Marketers
Featured Image by FreePik As social media professionals, we're tasked with staying ahead of a constantly evolving landscape — not just in platforms, but in how audiences consume and engage with content. One of the fastest-moving frontiers? AI-powered video...
Mission Possible: Essential Marketing Resources for Nonprofit Teams
Featured Image by Asoje Emprende Nonprofit marketers often face a unique challenge. Not only do they have to work within a budget like other marketers, but they also often have to work within a smaller-than-average budget because their organization isn’t just about...
Online Safety 101: Protecting Your Website and Social Media from Cyber Threats
Photo by Dan Nelson Do you own a website or social media account for your company? When’s the last time you checked to see if your login credentials were on the dark web, waiting for hackers to take full advantage of them? Did you know that “99% of all cyber attacks...
Content Creators vs. Influencers: Which Is Right for Your Social Media Strategy
Photo by Anna Nekrashevich Getting your brand seen by more people is an important goal to have. After all, the more exposure your business has, the more likely you are to bring in new leads and convert new business. But deciding how to make this happen isn’t always...
Can Canva Cut It For Your Video Needs?
If you work on a small or low-budget social media team, Canva is a tempting option for graphics and video work. After all, the price can be right (free for many features), and it's accessible via phones and desktops. But is Canva the all-inclusive wonder that we hope...
Click to Hire: Attracting Best Fit Candidates to Social Media Marketing Positions
Photo by Tima Mirochnichenko If you are hiring for a job in social media, it may seem smart to copy and paste a similar position description another company is using to recruit for your open role. A lot of companies have the same types of jobs and the basic skills are...
AI Won’t Take Your Job—But Someone Using It Might!
Photo by Pavel Danilyuk “The toothpaste will never go back into the tube,” said Jon Leland, Media Innovator & Creativity Catalyst, during NISM’s Empowering AI Trends for Social Media Marketing webinar. Regarding his toothpaste statement, he also mentioned that “AI...
30-60-90 Day Plan: Setting Your New Social Media Team Member Up for Success
Photo by Resume Genius Bringing a new social media professional onto your marketing team is an exciting opportunity to infuse fresh ideas into your digital presence. But even the most talented social media experts can struggle to find their footing without a proper...