NISM Blog
What You Need to Know to Stay Afloat on Instagram: 2024 Edition
With the advent and disappearance of once-popular social media platforms MySpace, Vine, and Google+, Instagram has sustained its power over the years since its birth on October 6, 2010. By being able to drive better conversions, boost your engagement, increase brand...
Five-Star Strategies: The Art of the Customer Review
In 2019, I wrote a blog post for the National Institute for Social Media about How to Write a Meaningful Review Quickly, but in honor of National Leave a Review Day, we’re going to take a deeper look at reviews – why they should be part of your strategic plan and what...
Is YouTube Shorts the Long-Game Winner?
Over the past few years, short-form videos are in and longer content is out. Due in large part to the growth of TikTok, social media users have grown accustomed to videos that are sixty seconds or less. In July of 2021, YouTube launched their own version of this with...
When is Podcasting the Right Fit for Your Marketing Strategy?
In recent years, podcasting has emerged as a powerful medium for communication, entertainment, and marketing. As an audio-based platform, podcasts offer a unique opportunity for businesses and individuals to reach their target audience in a more personal and engaging...
AOU Creative Group Joins the List of SMS Certified Agencies
The National Institute for Social Media is proud to announce that the AOU Creative Group has earned the NISM Certification Agency Badge. Agency certification signifies a commitment to the professional development, education, and certification of its employees. Team...
Social Media Management on a Shoestring Budget: Top 3 Skills for Success
In today's digital age, social media has become a powerful tool for businesses to connect with their audience and grow their brand. Hopefully, that goes without saying. However, managing a successful social media presence can be challenging, mainly when you need more...
10 Creative Ways To Use Video Marketing In Your Business
In today's digital landscape, video marketing has become a critical tool for organizations. It's an efficient approach to engage your audience, advertise your products or services, and build your brand. This post will look at ten innovative ways to employ video...
5 Ways to Optimize Your Social Media Network With an API
Social media has helped companies improve their brand presence from the start. It’s a great way to connect with your audience and humanize your business. Like other aspects about business, however, you can’t just set and forget your social media strategy. Instead, you...
NISM is Growing–Here’s What That Means for You
A Legacy of Finding Creative Solutions It was Tina Fey who said in her memoir Bossypants, “Whatever the problem, be part of the solution. Don’t just sit around raising questions and pointing out obstacles.” That’s exactly what NISM has done for years. When we see a...