NISM Blog
Meet and Greet: Jaime McKee, 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...
How a Market Map Can Elevate Your Business Strategy
Photo by Karolina Kaboompics Arguably the most important aspect of marketing is finding out who to target. You can have an amazing online presence but if it is with the wrong segment of people, it will not perform as well and will not result in sales for your company....
Finding Review Sites That Actually Improve Your Business’s Reputation
Photo by Towfiqu barbhuiya Today, creating a successful business requires more than just high-value products and services. Considering the accessibility of information online, having a strong brand reputation is critical for standing out in a sea of competitors. A big...
5 Tips to Identify Fake News
As social media and the internet consumes our lives more, we tend to use them as a way to know the news. Unfortunately, you can’t be confident that news online is truthful. In this day and age, fake news has become more prevalent. Fake news is defined by...
What Is BeReal and Why Is It Popular?
The "Time to BeReal'' alert has become a popular notification that teenagers receive regularly on their phones. When the notice appears, there is a two-minute countdown for individuals to take a selfie and photograph their surroundings using their phone to share what...
Applying for Digital Citizenship
Over twenty years ago, when the first recognized social media site was introduced, there was not yet a need for a defined set of behaviors, strategic planning, or action plans. Fast forward two decades to a time where new social media platforms and apps are launching...
Think Before You Post: How Social Media Specialists Can Combat the Spread of Misinformation
People use social media for so much good. For example, they keep in touch with loved ones and develop new friendships. Businesses market and sell their products while strengthening their brand reputations and customer relationships. Social media is also one of the...
Is Social Media Marketing Taking Over Traditional Marketing?
Marketing continues to evolve and mold itself into changing shapes with technological advancements. Social media marketing is one of the fundamental marketing tactics today that help businesses foster deep relations with their target audience and create a lasting...
How the Healthcare Industry is Harnessing the Power of Social Media
Social media affects virtually every industry in our world today. Healthcare is no exception. As social media usage continues to climb and shows no signs of letting up, more and more healthcare professionals and organizations are adopting social media as a core...