Recent Kickass Social Media Strategy Articles

Customer Service Now Matters More

In the era of social media, your customers are less forgiving than ever--and more vocal. Are you prepared?  Read more

Ad Campaign Smackdown: Facebook vs. Google

If you're still betting on display ads, here's where to go for more bang for your buck.  Read more

How to Score a Job at a Tech Start-up

Can you handle long hours, low pay, and impossibly high expectations? The start-up life might be for you. Here's how to break in.  Read more

6 Marketing Techniques for Every Entrepreneur 

Tools and advice from Neil Patel, co-founder of KISSmetrics, and Scott Gerber, founder of the Young Entrepreneur Council.  Watch video

Business Blogs Face Big Changes

Blogs used to be a valuable way for entrepreneurs to develop, and communicate with, a business or industry community. Sadly, those days are gone.  Read more

6 Tips to Boost Your Web Presence

If these tactics worked for LanceArmstrong.com, they can work for your business.  Read more

Facebook Predictions: 6 Things to Know Now

Back in early 2011, I predicted Facebook's $100 billion valuation. Here's what I think is coming next.  Read more

Facebook Timeline: How It Grew

You know what's cool? $100 billion. Check out Facebook's growth, Facebook style.  Read more

Networking Beyond Social Media 

Samantha Ballenger discusses why face to face interactions are just as important as social networking.  Watch video

Smart (& Cheap) Way to Engage Customers 

James Miller talks about how he spreads the word about his business without emptying his bank account.  Watch video

Sheryl Sandberg: Is She the Real Brains at Facebook?

After the Instagram megadeal and "hoodiegate," Facebook investors may be taking comfort from the COO's leadership.  Read more

Facebook Advertising: 5 Things You Don't Know (& Should)

You may have used Google AdWords, but a whole new set of rules apply on the giant social network.  Read more

Mobile Marketing: 6 Easy Steps to Get Started

Sure, "mobile marketing" sounds intimidating. But check out these easy ways to get your feet wet.  Read more

5 Ways to Use Social Media At Conferences

Before you attend your next conference, be sure you know how to use social media to get the most out of the conversation and connections.  Read more

Twitter Tips: 11 Things to Tweet When You Have Nothing to Say

If those 140 characters seem daunting, here are a few things to think about.  Read more

How to Organize a Contest to Market Your Business 

Tips from Susan Koger, co-founder of Modcloth, and Scott Gerber, founder of the Young Entrepreneur Council.  Watch video

Social Media: Fix Your LinkedIn Company Page

Are you neglecting your company's LinkedIn presence? Make amends by getting familiar with LinkedIn Company Pages.  Read more

What Works—and Doesn't—on Facebook

On social media, sometimes a launch can feel like you've thrown a party...and no one is showing up. Here are 4 tips for filling the room with adoring fans.  Read more

How to Build a Loyal Brand Ambassador Following 

Get a community of ambassadors talking about and advocating for your brand. Tips from Naveen Jain, founder of Intelius, and Scott Gerber, founder of the Youn...  Watch video

When Pinterest Sharing is a Collaboration Tool

Sure, Pinterest is great for sharing your photos, hobbies, and work. But some creatives are rethinking its abilities, and created a social calendar, by worki...  Read more

How to Run a Successful Crowdfunding Campaign 

Thanks to the JOBS Act, ordinary people will be able to invest in start-ups. Slava Rubin, co-founder of Indiegogo, a crowdfunding website, explains exactly w...  Watch video

6 Things You Don't Know About Google+

The search giant's social network isn't about to disappear. And if you use it wisely, you can supersize your online presence.  Read more

Social Media Marketing, Without the Stress

Twitter, Pinterest, Tumblr: Feeling a little overwhelmed by social media? You're not alone. Here's how one expert handles it.  Read more

Mark Zuckerberg and the Perils of Soloists

What it means for Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg--and entrepreneurs everywhere--that the Facebook founder is so comfortable maneuvering on his own.  Read more

Can You Share Too Much Online? No

The answer to remaining relevant in today's digital marketplace is adopting this simple philosophy: "Share everything, everywhere."  Read more

Viral Video: Funniest Company Spoofs

Humor can be tough to pull off--but these clever marketing videos made an impact online.  Read more

LinkedIn Will Outlive Facebook. Here’s Why

Facebook's latest $1 billion acquisition smacks of a desperation that LinkedIn consistently manages to avoid.  Read more

Online Ads: 7 Dos & Don’ts

You don't need an agency to manage your digital advertising. But if you're going to go it alone, you need to understand a few ground rules.  Read more

The New Rules of Customer Engagement

Goodbye, customer touch-points. Hello, ongoing, meaningful contact that actually drives revenue. Here's what you need to know to be more engaging right now.  Read more

Stop "Keeping Up With the Joneses"

When you hear a success story, it might seem natural to emulate it. But who wants to be a lemming? Stop copying and start innovating.  Read more

Where Have All the Bloggers Gone?

Is blogging dead? Not quite, but a recent survey finds it could be on its way out as a marketing tool.  Read more

11 Ways to Maximize Sales With LinkedIn

Think you know all there is to know about LinkedIn? Even expert users can squeeze out more productivity and sales with LinkedIn’s ready-made tools.  Read more

4 Brilliant Video Marketing Campaigns

Having trouble dreaming up a new Web campaign for your product or service? Borrow some ideas from these viral videos.  Read more

Start-up Marketing: An Essential Road Map

How to spread the word when you're new to an industry, don't have a big budget, and have few people to help you do it.  Read more

Are You an Oversharer Online? How to Tell

A new tool scans all of your online activity and lets you know if it's in danger of tainting your reputation.  Read more