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Social Media Prep for the New Year

Social Media Prep for the New Year

As we get closer and closer to the holidays and possibly taking winter breaks before the new year, you may notice you have more time to plan for the new year. So when you have some slow days in the office, in-person or virtual, use your time wisely doing some social...

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Meet and Greet: Amie Thompson

Meet and Greet: Amie Thompson

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...

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College Seniors Guide to Social Media Branding

College Seniors Guide to Social Media Branding

Why is having personal branding on social media important for graduating seniors? After graduation, your student role transitions into a potential employee. As you job search, you want to manage impressions of your skills, abilities, and experiences on your social...

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Meet and Greet: Taylor Shaw

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...

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How to Lose a Troll in 10 Ways

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:...

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Mise en Place: Exploring a New Setup for Learning

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...

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9 Tips for a Dazzling LinkedIn Profile

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...

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Adding Business Events to LinkedIn

Adding Business Events to LinkedIn

LinkedIn’s response to the success of Facebook Events is off to a strong start.  Adding events to LinkedIn allows the marketing strategies for businesses to connect and engage with customers in a new way.  In November of 2019, LinkedIn rolled out the ability for...

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Meet and Greet: Bryson Purcell

Meet and Greet: Bryson Purcell

Get to know Social Media Strategist, Bryson Purcell! 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...

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