Social Media

Pinterest: It’s about inspiration.

2012 was the year of Pinterest. Many are wondering if the social media platform will stand the test of time or turn into another Foursquare. One thing is certain. Businesses have already jumped on board. I came across some interesting facts from the CEO and founder ofPinLeague on…

The XX Marks the Word-of-Mouth Spot

By now, many of us are very familiar with the phrase “word-of-mouth” and have been inundated with tons of mentions about what it is and isn’t. As a matter of fact, with the overuse of the term in marketing and communication circles, some have even predicted that the…

The Donut Tells All

It’s quite amazing how a delicious, glazed pastry can put social media into perspective. More than 1 billion people in the world are active users on social media sites, according to the International Telecommunication Union. Facebook users make up 90 percent of this population with more than 900…

They like me! They really, really like me!

In the era of digital media, brands are able to create the platform to have their shareholders establish a connection or relationship that can be carried with them no matter where they go. This can be an exciting opportunity to grow a customer base, build a community, join…