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Creative Commons: A.K.A. a Content Creator’s Dream Come True
As social media creators, borrowing content is a big part of the game. Looking back on the work I’ve created, some of it is completely organic. However, a large part of my content uses borrowed media to some extent. From photos to videos to music and more, I’ve had a...
Strategic Planning: What Is It Good For?
Photo by fauxels Have you ever wondered what businesses and organizations use strategic planning for? The gist of these awesome plans is that they can lead to the success and growth of your brand. Who wouldn’t want that? Read on to learn more about the fundamentals...
What Can Your Brand Learn from the User-Focused Ad Campaign of Spotify Wrapped?
Ad campaigns can influence a consumer’s perception of a brand. Most marketers make the mistake of trying to create an ad campaign that is focused on how the ad campaign can benefit the brand. Although this should be a component in your idea generation, it isn’t the...
A Checklist for Sharing Your Professional Certifications
Photo by Thirdman There’s no fancy title needed for this blog post. We all know that keeping track of your digital presence can be tricky, so this post is a clear and simple checklist to make sure you’ve shared your hard-earned credentials (consistently) everywhere...
Why You Are Not Reaching Your Goals
Photo By: Ronnie Overgoor No matter what industry you are a part of, to be successful you must be setting goals and achieving them. So why is it that nearly 90% of businesses fail to meet their strategic goals? With a large emphasis put on these goals at the beginning...
Digital History: How to Align Your Past Experience with Your New Industry
Photo by Resume Genius Have you ever known someone who went from being a staff accountant to a manager in a manufacturing environment? Or a restaurant shift lead to a veterinary assistant? How do people make that leap with confidence and how do they convince employers...
Meet and Greet: Amy Peiffer, SMS
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...
When Should Breaking News Upset Your Brand’s Social Media Calendar?
Photo by MART PRODUCTION The ever-changing nature of news presents both challenges and opportunities for social media managers. By carefully considering the situation and your audience's needs, you can navigate these moments with grace and purpose. From gauging the...
Actionable Strategies to Help You Level Up Your Digital Marketing Approach
Photo by Ketut Subiyanto While coming up with a great idea and turning it into a new business can be exciting, marketing it successfully is another story entirely. Digital marketing can be an intimidating undertaking, especially for new business owners who aren’t...