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November 06 2011
When Communities Fail

When Communities Fail

Angela Connor
In: Social Media
Comment: 1

Let's face it. Most online communities fail. But it is oftentimes due to inflated expectations and a lack of ownership. Capstrat's Social Media Manager, Angela Connor says many brands say they want communities but what they really want is a group of people telling them how great they are. If your community is failing, it could be your own fault.

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November 02 2011
Really Mikey Mouse?

Really Mikey Mouse?

Todd Coats
In: Healthcare / Life Sciences, Professional / Financial Services, Technology, Energy / Infrastructure, Education, Interactive, Advertising / Design, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Social Media
Comments: 0

Don't judge me. I was skipping around TV and came across a Disney Channel show. Not one of the channel’s gems like Phineas and Ferb mind you. It was a throwaway live-action-canned-laughter-schlockfest called A.N.T. Farm. Something kept me intrigued.

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October 16 2011
4As Strategy Festival

4As Strategy Festival

Evan Carroll
In: Interactive, Advertising / Design, Social Media
Comments: 0

“If you’re not investing in social media, analytics and technology, you don’t exist.” That's what Miles Nadal, CEO of MDC Partners, had to say to 4As Strategy Festival attendees. His interview kicked off the festival, which was full of insightful commentary and examples for advertising strategists.

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October 12 2011
The Connection Between Social Media and TV Ratings

The Connection Between Social Media and TV Ratings

Angela Connor
In: Social Media
Comments: 0

Is there a correlation between how much a TV show is mentioned across social media channels and its overall ratings? The answer may surprise you.

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October 10 2011
6 Ways to Improve the Quality of Your Comments

6 Ways to Improve the Quality of Your Comments

Angela Connor
In: Social Media
Comments: 4

Quality counts when posting comments online. You never know who will see your post or what kinds of opportunities it could bring your way. So think before you post, and always strive to add value.

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October 07 2011
How Steve Jobs Impacted My Job

How Steve Jobs Impacted My Job

Kendall Jones
In: Professional / Financial Services, Public Relations, Social Media
Comments: 0

Many people remember Steve Jobs as a tech visionary, but he was so much more.

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October 07 2011
Why People Are Talking About "People Talking About"

Why People Are Talking About "People Talking About"

Hannah Harrill
In: Technology, Interactive, Public Relations, Social Media
Comments: 0

Facebook is launching new metrics to better assess engagement on Pages, making it more important than ever to develop content that catches on.

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October 07 2011
A Big Boost for Companies Using LinkedIn

A Big Boost for Companies Using LinkedIn

Angela Connor
In: Social Media
Comments: 0

LinkedIn has added a new feature that gives companies a bigger platform and new ways to communicate with their audiences. Our Social Media Manager, Angela Connor explains what this means for you, and why she thinks this is "a huge move."

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October 06 2011
Fred Shuttlesworth, RIP

Fred Shuttlesworth, RIP

Ken Eudy
In: Technology, Public Affairs
Comments: 0

Sure, there was more attention on the death of Steve Jobs, but Fred Shuttlesworth may have a more lasting impact on our culture.

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