Author Archives: sristy

Want to Be Kind of a Big Deal? These Social Media Tactics Could Move the Needle

Perception is everything. In the business world, people are naturally attracted to the biggest names, whether you call them influencers, experts, or [insert industry here] rock stars. But what if you aren’t a big name yet? What if you’re just starting out and looking to make a name for yourself? How can you get on the radar of people you ... Read More »

45 Creative Social Media Marketing Tips You Don’t Hear Every Day

Social media’s potential impact for small businesses cannot be understated. But if you’ve been using social media for awhile, then you probably already know a lot of the standard tips. However, there are plenty of other things you can do on social media aside from just posting product photos and responding to customer inquiries. Here are some social media marketing ... Read More »

7 Insider Tips to Rock Your Social Media Presence

Social media is a blessing for small business entrepreneurs to spread the word about their business without spending a huge amount of advertising dollars. Nevertheless, a majority of small businesses are not able to capitalize on this opportunity. A recent ProOpinion poll found that many small business professionals don’t use social media or a social media calendar on a regular ... Read More »

Social Media Calendar Template for Small Business

Word Doc – click to download Excel Version – click to download PDF Version – click to download This social media calendar template for small business is for YOU! It is based on the calendar format we use internally here at Small Business Trends LLC. Like many of you, we have limited resources and time. In a small business, you never ... Read More »

7 Social Media Tools For Small Businesses To Manage Their Social Presence

With the positive effects of social media marketing becoming more and more apparent, most small businesses have started working on a social media marketing strategy. One of the main aims of social media marketing is to stay relevant to your audience. This might be harder for small businesses as they have more to juggle, in terms of handling tasks. Social ... Read More »

Complete History of Social Media: Then And Now

Interacting with friends and family across long distances has been a concern of humans for centuries. As social animals, people have always relied on communication to strengthen their relationships. When face-to-face discussions are impossible or inconvenient, humans have dreamed up plenty of creative solutions. Avalaunch Media recently unveiled their Interactive Infographic entitled, “The Complete History of Social Media.” History of Social ... Read More »

20 Popular Social Media Sites Right Now

Social media networks are a major resource for both small and big businesses that are looking to promote their brands on the Internet. The platforms are easy to use and some of them even have paid advertising options for businesses that want to reach new audiences. However, just because your business needs to be on these platforms doesn’t mean that ... Read More »

Interesting Statistics for the Top 10 Social Media Sites

Social media is that dominating force in the modern world that can change minds, catch more business, increase sales or build and shape a brand or business. Have you fallen prey to spending hours on Facebook, or waking up at midnight to check for Tweets? This is because of the impact social media has on all of us these days. Over ... Read More »

Rs. 2000 Note GPS Tracking Rumours, BlackBerry’s Android Phones in India, and More News This Week

Rs. 2000 Note GPS Tracking Rumours, BlackBerry’s Android Phones in India, and More News This Week HIGHLIGHTS No, the Rs. 2000 note is not tracking you BlackBerry’s brought ‘the most secure Android phone’ to India A Lyf phone allegedly exploded this week It’s been a crazy week that’s taken people by surprise on a number of fronts. In India, the ... Read More »

Supermoon, Google Pixel Phones Allegedly Hacked, and More: Your 360 Daily

Supermoon, Google Pixel Phones Allegedly Hacked, and More: Your 360 Daily HIGHLIGHTS Samsung will acquire Harman International, the parent company of JBL OnePlus teased the design and name of the OnePlus 3T a day before launch Supermoon offered the best view of the moon in 68 years It was a day that saw Samsung announce it has agreed a deal ... Read More »