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Twitter Hacks: 24 Tricks and Features You Probably Didn’t Know About

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In the fast-paced Twittersphere, knowing the right Twitter hacks can be a huge advantage. With 5,787 Tweets sent every second , having a few tricks up your sleeve can help you save time and make the most out of every opportunity. Doesn’t hurt that they make you look like a wizard around the office, too. Check out these 24 Twitter tricks and features you should definitely know about. Table of contents Twitter tricks for Tweeting General Twitter hacks and tricks Twitter list hacks Bonus: Download the free strategy guide that reveals how Hootsuite grew our Twitter following to over 8 million users and learn how you can put the tactics to work for your business. Twitter tricks for Tweeting 1. Add emoji from your desktop Using emoji in your Tweets is a proven way to increase engagement, but they’re not easy to find on desktop. Try this workaround to summon the emoji menu on Macs. And while you’re at it, consider adding emoji to your Twitter bio , too. How to do it: 1. Place ...

Social Media Event Promotion: The Complete Guide

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When it comes to social media event promotion, it’s important to make a plan. Whether you’re hosting a private party for clients, or putting on a festival for thousands, having a strategy is key. Social media tools let you engage with your audience in creative ways that boost attendance and make for a better experience. Often, organizers can spend a lot of money and energy on marketing before an event without much thought about what comes next. But, social media event promotion is far from over once your guests walk through the door. An effective social media event strategy will involve connecting with your followers before, during, and after an event. Here are some social media techniques for creating a killer digital experience for your guests, from start to finish. 6 ways to promote an event on social media before it happens 1. Post a countdown on Instagram Stories The countdown sticker on Instagram Stories lets you set an end date and time. You can also customize the name ...

14 Social Media Best Practices You Should Follow in 2019

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So much to do on social media, so little time. And so many ways to do it, too. Some right, some not-so-right. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with the following must-follow social media best practices. Bonus : Get the step-by-step social media strategy guide with pro tips on how to grow your social media presence. 14 social media best practices for 2019 1. Learn everything you can about your audience The first social media best practice? If you don’t know who your audience is, you can’t give them what they want. And then they won’t give you what you want (their business). Who are you trying to connect with? Millennials, single moms, kids with kanines? That’s a start, but get as specific as you can to best engage them. Do the research and rely more on data, less on your gut. Get clear about your current customers, too. So you can go find and make new ones with the same traits. Such as: Their age Where they live What languages they speak How much they earn How much ...

20+ Creative Social Media Contest Ideas and Examples

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A little inspiration goes a long way when it comes to brainstorming social media contest ideas. To get your creative juices flowing, we’ve rounded up more than 20 ideas across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Snapchat— and even TikTok . And to make things easier, we’ve sorted them by objective, from increasing engagement to generating leads. If you’re looking for platform-specific guides, don’t fret. Check out our Facebook and Instagram contest ideas for suggestions and guidelines.(PS: before launching your social media contest be sure to make sure it doesn’t violate the platforms’ T&Cs or R&Rs.) Now that the fine print is out of the way, let’s get to the fun stuff. Bonus: Download our free, customizable social media calendar template to easily plan and schedule all your content in advance. 7 Social media contest ideas to increase engagement Turn up the likes, comments, and shares with these social media contest ideas. 1. Like and/or comment...