Category Archives: YouTube

5 Lesser Known Social Networks to Consider for Your Business

Send to Kindle Social media. We know all about the big networks. Ask anyone to name a social network, and you’ll most likely hear them say, “Facebook” or perhaps, “Twitter.” And if you press them further you might get them to mention YouTube, Google +, or Foursquare, and maybe even LinkedIn. These are the networks [...]

Is Your Website “Soooooo 2008?”

2008 may not even seem that long ago to some of you. But so much has changed in marketing since then that quite frankly a website even developed in 2010 can seem – well – “old school.” According to Pew Internet & American Life Project back around 2008, only about ½ the North American population [...]

Online Marketing News: RipOff Report Expands, Paid YouTube Channels Launch & Mobile Local on the Rise

Your customers want more personalized messaging and content. In fact, 64% believe it’s more important that companies represent them with relevant offers, compared to 36% who don’t want their activity tracked. Given the tools available to block ads, tactics to stop tracking, opt-in nature of communications and social participation, it’s clear that customers who do [...]

5 Ways Small Businesses Can Use Pinterest

Send to Kindle The rapid growth of Pinterest was one of the big social media stories of 2012, and by all accounts, the platform is continuing to see strong growth in the first half of 2013. What was originally a platform used by women is now expanding across wider demographics, and some businesses are even [...]

6 Tips for Taking Your Video Ad Content Mobile

As consumers increasingly tune in to videos on their mobile devices, young entrepreneurs should consider how best to reach them.

Why I Believe in Social Media: Of Hope, Lost Dogs, and Bucket Lists

I believe in social media. I really do. I’ve been criticized by some who think I espouse a “social media will save the world” attitude, but nothing could be further from the truth. But I do believe in social media, and I do believe it holds great power and promise when used correctly. [...]

Video Presentations: One Easy Way to Keep Them Watching

Audiences make snap judgments about anyone on camera. Viewers immediately assume someone is hostile if they look slightly angry. A confused look can come across as dopey. A blank face looks snooty or boring. That’s because video amplifies every facial expression—and often viewers don’t stick around to find out if their first impression was wrong. [...]

Want to Go Viral? 4 Ways to Get Viewers to Share Your Videos

People are increasingly tuning in to videos, but maybe not yours. Here’s how you and your company can become a YouTube sensation.

The Social Life of Frank & Linh: YouTube Nation

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