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Facebook remains top social network, Google+, YouTube battle for second | ZDNet

Facebook remains top social network, Google+, YouTube battle for second | ZDNet | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
Everyone knows Facebook is the most popular social network, but battling it out for second and third place are Google's YouTube and Google+.
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5 Reasons Why You Should Write Articles for Your Business - exploreB2B

5 Reasons Why You Should Write Articles for Your Business - exploreB2B | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
 Presenting information to prospective customers can help you generate more sales for your business. Article marketing is a great way to do this. Online articles not only provide useful info ...
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This article makes a good point about writing to maintain current clients and build loyalty.

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3 ways for an optometrist to keep from getting sued for malpractice

3 ways for an optometrist to keep from getting sued for malpractice | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
  We live in a litigious society that hovers over us every day waiting for us to make a mistake. The problem is we all make mistakes. An optometrist friend of mine looks at everything in life ...
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On Choosing a Social Network for a Small Business | Business 2 Community

On Choosing a Social Network for a Small Business | Business 2 Community | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
Small businesses usually work with very limited budget, so any move to boost their performance, be it in production or in company growth, should be very
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Why Small Businesses Are Losing On Social Media - Forbes

Why Small Businesses Are Losing On Social Media - Forbes | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
A new report from online business community Manta shows that, desperate to increase sales numbers in 2013, American small business owners are turning up on the social web in droves.
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It takes patience and a consistent presence online before you see a Return on Relationship with your customers, only then you will see a Return on Investment.

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3 Ways Promotional Gifts Can Enhance Your Social Media Marketing Strategy - Search Engine Journal

3 Ways Promotional Gifts Can Enhance Your Social Media Marketing Strategy - Search Engine Journal | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
Social media has become the go-to marketing vehicle for companies looking to generate interest, conversation and increase consumer engagement with their br
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Social Media is more personal than cold calling, cunsumers can now connect a face to a brand. Promotional gifts relevent to your customers business will make a lasting impression and help to personalize your business relationship even more.

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Social media comes to health care

Social media comes to health care | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
A number of startups think social media is the cure for a broken health care system.
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Delayed Social Media ROI | Business 2 Community

Delayed Social Media ROI | Business 2 Community | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
I came across this phrase in an article today and I haven’t stopped thinking about it. Social media ROI is delayed ROI. This may be tough to come to grips
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Although many businesses think of  Social Media as instant marketing, it takes time and consistency to build a good and reliable reputation in Social Media. 

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Use 5 or More Social Networks? You're a Better Employee

Use 5 or More Social Networks? You're a Better Employee | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
Hey, bosses who block employees from using social media at work: You're doing it wrong. That's one conclusion that can be drawn from new data on the workplace by Evolv, a startu...
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More social engagement online indicates higher computer literacy. Study shows that you are also more willing to handle customer service issues that arise.  

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Articulating Your Content Strategy Like A Child’s Story Book - HootSuite Social Media Management

Articulating Your Content Strategy Like A Child’s Story Book - HootSuite Social Media Management | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
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Keep your message simple and it will stand out. #socialmedia #socialmarketing #smallbusiness

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Customers Don't Want Ads, They Want A Conversation

Customers Don't Want Ads, They Want A Conversation | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
It is becoming clear that the future of social marketing, and marketing in general, will be built around collaboration.
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#socialmarketing #customerservice #consumerfeedback

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Apps Reorder the Job Landscape

Apps Reorder the Job Landscape | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
Apps may be creating new jobs for developers and marketers. But around the edges of the rest of the economy, they're also starting to become a substitute for people who earn a paycheck.
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#newjobs #customerservice #socialmarketing

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Americans’ Debt Payments Hit Three-Decade Low

Americans’ Debt Payments Hit Three-Decade Low | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
Americans’ debt payments are at their lowest level in decades. U.S. households spent 10.4% of their after-tax income on debt payments in the final three months of 2012.
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Another good sign for economic growth. With less personal debt the paycheck can go a lot further.

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Discussion of the Week: Startup Moms

Discussion of the Week: Startup Moms | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
@WSJSTARTUP: What are the challenges of being a mom and an entrepreneur? What values can a mom teach her children as a result of being an entrepreneur? (See what our mentors have to say.) ...
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With Mothers Day coming up we wanted to honor the Startup Mom today. There are some great points made from the mentors in the article, that every mom can relate to.

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66% of small businesses to invest more in digital marketing this year: report - Computer Business Review

Majority of small businesses are planning to expand online and digital presence
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5 Compelling Reasons To Launch B2B Mobile Landing Pages Now

5 Compelling Reasons To Launch B2B Mobile Landing Pages Now | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
For everyone from business executives to teens, mobile devices facilitate a significant portion of communications and media consumption today. Yet, even as mobile devices become increasingly saturated into our everyday lives, mobile still...
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Mobile users want to view information instantly and if they can't get it from your site they will quickly go to another site where they can access immediate information.

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Search & Social Synergy: Build Buzz, Get Links, Grow Your Brand

Search & Social Synergy: Build Buzz, Get Links, Grow Your Brand | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
A look at where social is headed, what rightful place social has in the mix – along with PR, web design, promotional marketing, and search engine optimization – and some tactical considerations for what you may want to incorporate into...
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This article highlights the importance of having your Social and Search Teams work together. The language of your audience and keyword integration is essential to the success of your campaign. We specialize in both Social and Search at UpTempo!

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Social Media Etiquette: 12 Step Checklist - Forbes

Social Media Etiquette: 12 Step Checklist - Forbes | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
As a communication tool, social media has a key role in society. On one hand, I embrace it. But on the other, I reject it.
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These are great questions to ask yourself before hitting the "post" button.

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What is Content Marketing? | Business 2 Community

What is Content Marketing? | Business 2 Community | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
If you are a digital marketer like me then you are also hearing a lot now a days about content marketing.I was planning to write few posts on content marketing
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Restaurants Generate A Third Of All Social Media Conversations For Brands - Small Business Marketing News - Business News for Entrepreneurs - Entrepreneur Resources

Restaurants Generate A Third Of All Social Media Conversations For Brands - Small Business Marketing News - Business News for Entrepreneurs - Entrepreneur Resources | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
PQ Media/uberVU Research study also shows that men outpace women in initiating brand-related social dialogues.
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Social Media spending is expected to coninue rise, from nearly $8 billion in 2012. Small Businesses need to have a consistent presence with a defined marketing strategy.

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The Social Business Network - Forbes

The Social Business Network - Forbes | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
I find it ironic that many executives struggle to see the business value of social networking, because as a group, executives tend to be some of the most highly networked individuals.
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There are obvious benefits of taking your business networking to a higher level. How to create dialogue that promotes conversation with your consumers, is the biggest challenge facing small businesses. 

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Social Media Marketing: Building Consumer Trust | Business 2 Community

Social Media Marketing: Building Consumer Trust | Business 2 Community | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
Social media marketing works, at least in part, because brand messages gain objectivity when shared by your friends through social networks. In order for that
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To build trust you must value customer feedback, learn about your audience and support them.

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7 Ideas to Steal from Ikea's Content Strategy | Social Media Today

7 Ideas to Steal from Ikea's Content Strategy | Social Media Today | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
social media strategy If I were to reveal a hidden talent of mine, I’d say I’m good at assembling Ikea furniture. As most Swedes, I’ve grown up with flat packages and family quarrels around mounting manuals.
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While they have a great content strategy and some good tips, it does not promote conversation from their customers and therefore is not a very social form of marketing. #socialmarketing #socialmedia #contentstrategy

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10 Questions to Assess Patient Satisfaction | Hospital-Physician Relationships

10 Questions to Assess Patient Satisfaction | Hospital-Physician Relationships | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
The American Medical Association says the following 10 questions can help physicians, practice staff and other medical group administrators assess and improve patient experience at their practices.
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We Asked, Marketing Execs Answered: If You Could Solve One Challenge in the Advertising Business, What Would It Be?

We Asked, Marketing Execs Answered: If You Could Solve One Challenge in the Advertising Business, What Would It Be? | UpTempo Group: Social Media Scientists | Scoop.it
Marketing bosses from Xerox, Leo Burnett USA, Cleveland Clinic, Adobe, and Nike weigh in on their ever-changing business.
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To optimize your marketing campaigns you must measure the impact you have in the social media mix. #socialmedia #marketing

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