NISM Blog
Beyond Reviews: Discover How User-generated Content Can Enhance Your Brand
If you’re trying to market your brand, chances are you’re already asking the people who use your products or services to write reviews. Endorsements like these are called “user-generated content” by marketing or technology professionals because they are created by...
Defamation And Social Media
Laws regarding defamation were created long before the internet was invented, thus causing a plethora of problems for judges trying to apply decades-old law to modern-day dilemmas. It is dysfunctional, creating a grey area when it comes to social media and defamation....
Social Media Crisis Management Planning
Social media community management can be challenging and rewarding for brands looking to build their reputation. Balancing content creation and curation, posting, social listening, and engagement can positively impact brand efficacy in engaging its audience. When...
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...
YouTube Video Ads: How to Capture Attention in the First 5 Seconds
With over 1 billion active users, YouTube is a powerful platform for video advertising. But with so much competition, it can be tough to capture a viewer's attention. For businesses, advertising on YouTube provides an excellent opportunity to connect with potential...