NISM Blog
TikTok’s U.S. Saga Continues
Photo by Sergei Tokmakov Federal Law As marketing professionals, you are likely well aware of the on again, off again relationship between the U.S. and TikTok. As we enter into another critical crossroads, let’s take a look at where we have been and where we are...
Joseph Scalzo: My Experience as an NISM Intern
Photo of Joseph Scalzo I admit that at the beginning of Summer 2024, I had never heard of the National Institute for Social Media. I had just finished my first year as a San Francisco State University graduate student and was looking to gain experience within the...
Media Monitoring 101: Negative Publicity
Image Source Understanding Media Monitoring for Negative Publicity In the digital age, where information spreads rapidly, negative publicity can significantly impact a brand’s reputation. For online marketing professionals, media monitoring is an essential practice...
Strategic Planning: What Is It Good For?
Photo by fauxels Have you ever wondered what businesses and organizations use strategic planning for? The gist of these awesome plans is that they can lead to the success and growth of your brand. Who wouldn’t want that? Read on to learn more about the fundamentals...
What Can Your Brand Learn from the User-Focused Ad Campaign of Spotify Wrapped?
Ad campaigns can influence a consumer’s perception of a brand. Most marketers make the mistake of trying to create an ad campaign that is focused on how the ad campaign can benefit the brand. Although this should be a component in your idea generation, it isn’t the...
Top 10 AI Tools in Marketing
Photo Source In today’s digital world, building a career, gathering knowledge, and growing professionally has never been easier–and more exciting. Since the arrival of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in 2022, we've seen a shift in how industries operate, and...
Managing a Project That Has Taken a Turn For the Worst
Photo by Yan Krukau Imagine you have planned the perfect cookout to kick off summer. Your grill has a brand-new gas tank, you’ve tied dozens of water balloons, and the patio looks spotless. Then, all of a sudden, it starts pouring. All of your grumblings against the...
3 Powerful Steps in Utilizing Social Media to Land Your First Job
Photo By: Charles Deluvio You are fresh out of college, ready to enter the new and exciting job world but there is one issue: you don't know where to begin. The job market can be a scary place, especially with no guidance. Getting started and finding your footing are...
The Secret Formula? KPIs.
As marketing professionals, we’re always aiming to improve our strategies. Let’s break the ice. First things first, what should all marketers know about? KPIs! For those of you who are unsure of what KPIs are, they stand for “Key Performance Indicators.” KPIs are used...