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Social Media Marketing Applications - 10 Proven Ideas - Online M
Tenured digital marketing professionals have been applying social media for end business and marketing objectives for years. But what is clearly valuable to some is still a mystery to many. Whether you’re a marketer trying to get buy-in for social media from the top or a small business owner wondering why you should bother, knowing high impact applications of social media are helpful. If you’re wondering how, a great starting point is viewing TopRank’s social media roadmap presentation. Following are 10 tried and proven applications of social media: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Conclusion The 10 potential applications of social media listed above are merely a primer to get you thinking. As a marketing professional or business owner, realize that at its core social media is not Twitter, Facebook or any single tool despite what your peers are buzzing about. What applications of social media are you applying for your business or marketing objectives?
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Video: An Easy, Flat Fly-Front Zipper
Video Length: 5:18 Produced by: Gary Junken with Sandra Betzina If a pair of homemade slacks look homemade, it's probably because of the way the zipper was inserted. In her book Power Sewing Step-by-Step, Sandra gives detailed instructions for converting any zipper opening to a fly front, and in this video she demonstrates the procedure. In preparation, ensure the that existing extension is 1-3/8 in. wide and 8 in. long.
s Farhad Manjoo answers your questions on Wi-Fi security, proxy servers, and Google Chat contact confusion. - By Farhad Manjoo
If you've got a burning tech problem you want solved, please send a note to farhad.manjoo@slate.com, with "I've got a tech question!" as the subject line. (Your question may be edited.) You can also read previous "Dear Farhad"columns. I often find myself using my computer on public Wi-Fi networks—at hotels, libraries, coffee shops, and so on. You're right to worry about browsing in public. We got a very public demonstration of this danger just last month. Butler's program takes advantage of the fact that HTTP, the protocol over which Web traffic travels, is public—it doesn't hide or encrypt the traffic between you and the Web servers you visit. Fortunately, there's a simple fix to the problem Firesheep highlights. So, which sites are safe? If some Web sites use SSL and others don't, how can you know if you're safe? If you don't see the lock, you could try changing the URL of the site you're visiting. Finally, the particulars of your Wi-Fi network will also affect your security.
YouTube Launches Real-Time Discussion Search and Tracking
Real-time information is red hot all around the web but it made a surprise appearance on YouTube tonight in the form of real-time search for comments, of all things. YouTube comments are notoriously not worth reading, but now you can search their full text...in real time. There are some very real, potential use-cases crying out for a tool like this. Companies in particular are likely to want to know what people are saying about their names in the comments on YouTube. Real-time search appears to have been rolled out very recently, with no mention, on this page. Unfortunately, there are no feeds being published to syndicate these search results into a reader off-site. Proper nouns will likely be of interest to searchers watching YouTube comments. What's the benefit of serving those results up in real time? What could be next? Thanks to Tikva Morowati for the tip.
Arc customizable notebook from M by Staples™
Stay on top of business meetings, household duties and homework assignments with a Staples Arc customizable notebook system. These uniquely designed planners offer flexibility as users organize receipts, make travel plans and sort through to-do lists. Staples carries a broad selection of Arc notebook designs, refill pages and accessories so business owners, parents and teachers remain focused and efficient through a range of everyday tasks and long-term projects. Select Your Perfect Arc Notebook Style Arc notebooks come in letter-sized and junior formats in several durable and colorful styles to suit the needs of casual users and business professionals alike. The outer covers are made from high-quality leather, neoprene and poly materials, including clear covers that display customized designs so users can express their individual style while keeping track of important appointments, reports and classroom handouts. How Many Pages Do Arc Notebooks Hold? How Do the Pages Stay Attached?
10 Ways to Deal With Upset Customers Using Social Media
How are you responding to upset customers? No matter what you sell or what industry you’re in, you’re going to experience negative word of mouth. You know, those customers who are expressing their complaints on social media. It just happens. Things break, problems come up and employees have bad days. Remember: Negative word of mouth is an opportunity. A great response strategy can convert angry and upset customers into loyal, raving fans. So get out there and embrace the negativity. #1: You Can’t Respond to Conversations You Don’t See Great response starts with great listening. Set up Google Alerts for your brand and industry keywords.Keep a close eye on your Facebook page.Listen on Twitter.Depending on the type of business you have, read reviews on sites such as Yelp, TripAdvisor and Zagat.Make a list of any forums or communities where your customers congregate and regularly check in on them. Whether you’re paying attention or not, the conversations are happening. Avoid these situations: See!
