Tag Archives: brand engagement

“Like-gating” on Facebook no longer cuts it:

As recently as twelve months ago, companies and brand owners were frantically scrambling for as many Facebook “likes” as they could get. Indeed, the process of “like-gating” -where companies ask for “likes” in order to give access to exclusive content … Continue reading

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Companies have no choice but to innovate in social media

PR and advertising have long been the traditional methods of conveying a company’s message to an audience. Whether it be to create brand perception, or simply to raise awareness, there are plenty of people out there, whom you can pay … Continue reading

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Social Media mimics real life

One of the main men in social media, Brian Solis, has just released some great research on how we use the tools that are available to us to network. Social Networks When the craze first started, we all frantically sought … Continue reading

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How to use Twitter for business: Case study:Pepsi

@Pepsi or  @PepsiCo Pepsi may be a classic brand, but it’s using 21st century tools to collaborate and build relationships with customers. For years, PepsiCo, has had a toll-free number that consumers can call to share product feedback. People call … Continue reading

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Advertisers embrace social networks

Advertisers and their agencies have embraced Facebook and Twitter, as social media reaches a size and scale few brands can ignore. Many leading brands have used some form of social media, which agencies contrast with traditional advertising slots bought on … Continue reading

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