NISM Blog
Where Should I Advertise? Breaking Down Today’s Top Social Platforms
Photo by Antoni Shkraba Studio How to Pick the Right Platform for Your Social Ads If there’s one question every marketer hears at some point, it’s this: “Where should I advertise?” I wish there were a one-size-fits-all answer—but the truth is, it’s not that simple....
Instagram’s Latest Power Move for Creators – Introducing Edits
Featured image by RDNE Stock project Wait, what? Is Instagram changing things up again? Yes– and this time it’s not just about the algorithm. Instagram has made it clear that they no longer want to be just a social media platform. Now, they also want to be a part of...
Branding Blind Spots Your Audience Sees But You Do Not
(photo credit: Microsoft Stock Images) A brand is not just the content a company posts or the promises it promotes. It is also what customers perceive, what they share with others, and what they silently decide after scrolling past a few posts. Social media has become...
The Ethics Of Text Message Marketing In A Social Media World
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio With the use of social media and text messaging, many people live in a real-time updates world. Consumers can shop from social media platforms, make purchases, and receive text message updates without having to change platforms or devices....
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...
To Boost or Not to Boost? 5 Things To Consider Before Posting
Photo by Kanhaiya Sharma If you’ve been running a business social media account for any length of time, it’s likely you have seen the “boost post” button pop up on your screen. If you’re just starting out, or even if you have been posting for a while, it might seem...
How SMART Goals and KPIs Drive Success in Social Media Marketing
Featured Image by Darlene Alderson Setting goals and utilizing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are an important part of a social media strategy because they provide direction, focus, and a way to measure success. A common problem in social media marketing is that...
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...
Mission, Vision, and Values: The Blueprint for Your Business’s Success
We have all visited a company’s “About Us” page at some point. It usually consists of a brief history of how the company rose to success and highlights its mission, vision, and values. Most of us usually skip over it or maybe briefly skim it. What we typically...