NISM Blog
2023 Social Media & Technology Conferences
It’s no secret technology is evolving and with that has come growth in social media platforms. It seems each year new networks and channels are created and implemented into our daily lives – and it’s become critical for businesses to adapt and include these channels...
How to Engage with Different Generations on Social Media
Social media is one of the most important tools today. People across the world and from all generations utilize it as part of their daily lives. It's a source of information, entertainment, and creativity. This also makes social media a vital part of any marketing...
Instagram SEO: Improve Your Visibility
Instagram serves more than 1 billion users –– in this ocean of massive audiences posting diverse content every second, how do you stand out? This question triggers a lot of bloggers, influencers, and of course social media marketers. The answer is pretty simple,...
How Are Your Phone Skills?
Does it sound too low-tech for a social media professional to talk about phone conversations in a virtual work environment? Not when you’re working to meet clients, coworkers, and team members where they are. You may find that connecting via phone is a welcome...
Meet and Greet: Katy Spencer Johnson
Get to know Social Media Strategist, Katy Spencer Johnson! 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...
Meet and Greet: Taylor Shaw
Get to know Social Media Strategist, Taylor Shaw! 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...
How to Lose a Troll in 10 Ways
Did you know 25% of online posters have made at least one toxic comment? That means 1 out of every 4 people have been internet trolls at some point. Although social media can be a means of connecting people, there is a much darker side to these online platforms:...
Mise en Place: Exploring a New Setup for Learning
In 2020 when a significant percentage of the world transitioned to working remotely, attending classes online, and having our groceries delivered to our front door, many fundraising organizations faced a new challenge. With most donations coming from people who give...
9 Tips for a Dazzling LinkedIn Profile
Your LinkedIn profile represents your personal brand. It is your personal story, a resume, and your personality, all combined into a compact social media format. In order to have your profile distinguish itself above the others, there are tweaks you can make. Keep in...