NISM Blog
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...
6 Social Video Marketing Trends to Consider in 2023
As we move into the 21st century, video is becoming an increasingly popular way to consume information. Businesses that want to stay ahead of the curve must be aware of using video to connect with their audience. In 2023, there will be several social video marketing...
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...
4 Ways to a Wow Factor on Instagram
Recently, Facebook has taken more steps toward prioritizing meaningful interactions between friends and family and less on brand content, allowing Instagram to step in as “the new home for brands.” This means it is more important than ever for Instagram marketers to...
Celeste Russell Joins NISM as Content Creator Intern
As an institute that believes firmly in life-long education, we are excited to introduce you to our very first Content Creator Intern, Celeste Russell. Celeste was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada and moved to Minnesota to pursue a degree in Acting and...
Should You Buy a Positive Review?
I recently visited a local McDonald’s, and noticed a change on the top of the receipt. In the past, they asked for feedback about my experience, and in return, they offered a free Quarter Pounder with cheese or a free breakfast sandwich for my feedback. This time, as...
Can You Teach an Experienced Marketer New Tricks?
We asked recently certified Social Media Strategist Patricia Diaz why, as an experienced marketer, she decided to pursue certification through NISM. Here's what she had to say! Employees across the U.S. work under the assumption that learning is done on the job and...
Social Media and Self-Care
Self-care is a word you’re probably familiar with and chances are your version of self-care is different than mine. Maybe you’ve got a stressful job and self-care for you is meeting up with your best friend on a Friday night after work for ½ priced apps and drinks. Or...
Part I: Social Media Strategy Certification for Your Second Career
This is a two-part blog post. After reading about the value of certifications in our changing job market here, head over to Credly’s blog to read more about best practices for professional growth through certification. Six years ago, I began working with people...