Chris P Norton asked: I am regularly being asked the same question by new clients. It goes something like this: “I know that social media is supposed to be a bit of fun, but can it really help my business grow and how can I show some type of return on investment?” My answer is [...]
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April, 2010 Archive
What is a typical formal job title for a person working on social media marketing in market research field?
B asked: Recently recieved a job offer but am unsure about the title? It is in market research and involves primarily social media marketing but also other online PR/marketing strategies. What are some typical formal job titles for people doing similar jobs in this field?social media Related Articles: Windows Live Spaces Social Networking Platform Profiting [...]
Are there any laws or regulations governing social media?
lizzie asked: Hi, I am doing a paper on how social media affects the government (specifically Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Myspace) and the implications on policies and procedures for school. I was wondering if anyone knew of any laws strictly pertaining to social media usage by government officials. I have been researching for awhile and [...]
What are the advantages of social media optimization?
Jacqueline asked: I have heard about social media optimization (SMO) but I guess I just don’t fully understand the concept. What are the advantages of it for someone like me who makes niche affiliate marketing websites?social media Related Articles: Windows Live Spaces Social Networking Platform Profiting From Online Social Networking How To Set-Up An Interactive [...]
I want a marketing firm to handle the social media for my company. How much would that cost?
Brie D asked: I know Facebook, MySpace and Twitter are great ways to help promote my company, but I don’t have the time to learn them. How much would a marketing firm charge me to run my social media?social media Related Articles: Windows Live Spaces Social Networking Platform Profiting From Online Social Networking How To [...]
What are the best books to read on social media?
ladyofleisure asked: I am interested in learning more about social media theories and best practices. I was wondering if anyone could recommend any good books. It has been tricky to find good information since the industry is changing so rapidly. Any recommendations? Thank you! I am referring to social media online. Thank you!social media Related [...]
What are you willing to pay for comprehensive social media analytics?
Stephanie N asked: If you currently use social media analytics software tools, how much do you pay on a monthly or yearly basis? Can you identify the software brand as well? If you currently use social media analytics software tools, such as Buzz, Brand Reputation monitoring, and/or social media marketing campaign tracking, how much do [...]
How would you show your knowledge of social media in a job interview?
beavb419 asked: I have a job interview this week at an ad agency and one thing they asked was that I demonstrate my knowledge of social media and online media. I have a lot of experience online through twitter, facebook, blogging, etc. But I need to show that in person, and most likely without a [...]
Do you look for new social media sites when the others get boring?
Rikingen asked: When you have been on mySpace and Facebook for months or even years, do you get tired of them and look for something new? If not to replace the other sites, but to explore new ones? What would you like to see in a social media site that facebook, myspace and twitter does [...]
How would you market a new social media site? Like Facebook at the start?
Tree asked: I have a new client which might be very interesting. The idea they have seems to be very social in concept and should end up growing. When I’m looking into it the site looks more and more like social media site similar to what facebook was at the start. So if you had [...]
How can I incorporate social media into my small business marketing effort?
Suz asked: What are some ways to use Facebook, Twitter and other social media sites to spread the word about my business?social media Related Articles: Windows Live Spaces Social Networking Platform Profiting From Online Social Networking How To Set-Up An Interactive Social Network Site That Draws Hundreds Of Daily Unique Visitors Make Money With A [...]
Facebook Versus MySpace
Brenda Williams asked: Facebook has long been known as a social networking site in which friends can hook up with other friends, find long lost friends, keep up with family members or even befriend their favorite professors. But is Facebook becoming like MySpace? MySpace has been a huge hit in the United States for the [...]