Social Media Experts: Ruining Social Media Strategy?

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

By Mischa Truong-Tran Social Media Expert / Social Media Strategist Buildatribe.com - Social Media Training of St. Louis, MO   As part of my social media marketing consulting work not long ago, I was preparing social media campaigns and social media strategies for a customer who nearly made a costly error. Fortunately, it was simple to avoid and I want to make sure you don’t get snared by the same trap. Before I let you know what it was, I want you to consider the answers to a few easy questions. How do you feel about commercials you see on television? Why?  I don't like commercials. It drives me crazy when products get shoved in my face and it interferes with what I want to do.  My dislike for commercials is so strong that I don't watch much live television anymore.  I prefer to record the programs...

Video Marketing, Viral Marketing and Social Media For Business

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

By Mischa Truong-Tran Social Media Expert / Social Media Strategist - St. Louis, MO   Do you recall what it was like to be a music fan before the arrival of music videos?  If you grew up after MTV was launched or can't recall what it was like when all they did was play music videos, then I challenge you to imagine what it was like for those of us who are a bit older. We had few choices available.  We had the option to purchase a band’s record, hear their songs on the radio or read what others said about them in magazines.  If we were fortunate, our favorite band might come play a concert close by every once in awhile.  Video changed everything. Today, we have the opportunity to view band interviews, viral marketing videos and concert footage and all we have to do...

Why the Failure of Social Media Strategies and Social Media Strategy?

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

Why do many fundamentally sound social media strategies fail? How, when and why should you adjust your social media strategy?

When Social Media Strategy and Online Marketing Fails

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

When social media strategies and online marketing aren't working, when should you quit?

Social Media For Business: The Power of Location

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

What do top social media experts and social media consultants think location has to do with social media for business?

Social Media Strategist: Three Rules of Online Content Creation

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

What do social media consultants, social media strategists and online marketing experts say your internet marketing content must do to be effective?

Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing: Using One to Build the Other

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

How do you use social media marketing to support your email marketing efforts and convert more prospects into customers?

Social Media Marketing & Internet Marketing: Building Your Fan Club

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

Are you using internet marketing and social media marketing strategies to build a fan club around your talent and business?

Social Media & Internet Marketing: Follow Up

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

Your social media marketing and internet marketing efforts are likely to fail if you don't address one very important issue. How are you going to follow up?

Social Media Marketing and Internet Marketing: True Focus

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

What SHOULD be the focus of your social media marketing efforts and social media strategies? (Hint: It's not about you.)