You’ve seen (and used, I hope!) hashtags on other social media platforms like Twitter, Instagram and Tumblr. The hashtag, a word or multiple words preceding the ‘#’ without spacing, is a method of categorizing online content and giving it context. While using hashtags on Facebook used to be a faux pas, that is no longer […]
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Pinterest and Top 40 Radio: Embrace Her Lifestyle
There’s a reason so many brands and businesses are creating a marketing strategy just for Pinterest. It’s a huge traffic driver. Recent statistics show it provides more referral traffic to other websites than YouTube, Google+ and LinkedIn combined. Whether you’re a blogger, a retail boutique, or a radio station, traffic to your website is important. […]
Social Media Tips for Small Business [Audio]
I had the pleasure of being a guest on It’s Just Business, Wink 107.1/Ohio. I gave the Business Crash Test Dummy, Kim Turner, feedback on a recent issue he had with Yelp. I answered several caller questions about small business and social media, including whether you should self-promote on LinkedIn, the Facebook cover photo no-no’s, […]
8 Quick Tips for Better Air Talent Blogs and Morning Show Websites
Blog smog. You aren’t a blogger. Why should you worry about improving your writing skills? As radio companies put more emphasis on digital growth, you are now responsible for website traffic and social media engagement in addition to on-air ratings. Becoming a better blogger will give you organic content for your social networks, increasing web […]
Marrying Radio and Digital: Challenge #2
This is the second part of the four part series called “The Challenges of Marrying Radio and Digital.” Read part one here. Challenge #2: Strategy So a lot of us have accepted that as technology evolves, so is the radio industry. But acceptance is only the beginning; we must create a winning digital strategy to […]
Content Tips for Social Media Success
Content is king. It’s what gets you new likes and followers on Facebook and Twitter, and it’s what keeps existing fans coming back for more. To engage listeners and increase your station’s online following, create a social media content strategy and share your focus with your staff. To plan your strategy, make listeners your first […]