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What makes a good video thumbnail?

By Leann Priebe | March 22, 2023

If you’re anything like me, you have been down a few YouTube rabbit holes. I’ll start watching my favorite make-up artist, and then hours later, I’m watching a video of Judge Judy! Every day, millions of users watch videos they never intended to. This is due in part to exciting thumbnails!

But how can you make your video thumbnails enticing on YouTube and elsewhere?

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How to post a GIF on your Facebook Page

By Leann Priebe | February 15, 2023

I love GIFs. We don’t need to talk about how the word is pronounced, but everyone can agree that a good GIF can brighten your day. GIFs can be a great way to add some fun to your social media presence. Facebook has a feature that lets you post GIFs to your page, and you could even use them when responding to comments.

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How do I create a LinkedIn page for my company?

By Tim Priebe | February 1, 2023

I’m a huge fan of LinkedIn. LinkedIn is a powerful platform for businesses to connect with other businesses, but it’s not always easy to get started. Let’s take a look at whether you should even bother with a Company Page on LinkedIn, how to…

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Instagram hashtags for 2023

By Malisa Rawlings | January 11, 2023

In 2022 we saw some great #progress in the use of social media as a marketing tool for small businesses. Hashtags are a small piece of the puzzle when it comes to the larger context of your social media strategy.

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Even more LinkedIn background images

By Michela Owen | December 28, 2022

We all know that LinkedIn is a fabulous tool for making professional connections and building your network. But it can be hard to stand out from the crowd. That’s where the background image—a.k.a. header image—comes in.

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Instagram marketing 101

By Malisa Rawlings | December 7, 2022

If you have a business that needs more exposure and brand awareness, Instagram might be for you. Whether you’re operating a franchise or running your own small business, the visual appeal of Instagram to many people is undeniable.

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Can I separate my Facebook Page from my personal account?

By Leann Priebe | November 23, 2022

I love Facebook, but I understand that not everyone does. One of my good friends deleted her Facebook account earlier this year. To be honest, it still weirds me out a bit.

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76 LinkedIn tips

By Tim Priebe | October 5, 2022

LinkedIn can be a powerful social media platform that you may be able to use to build your business and grow sales. It has a lot of potential in many industries! But without expert guidance, it can sometimes be frustrating.

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How do nonprofit organizations use Facebook?

By Leann Priebe | September 28, 2022

Facebook is an important marketing tool for nonprofit organizations. Facebook allows nonprofits to connect with their donors and followers in a more personal way, which can result in more donations and support. In this blog post, we will discuss how Facebook is used by nonprofit organizations and give one example of how a nonprofit uses it successfully. We will also provide some lessons other nonprofits can learn from this example.

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5 lessons from #instamom on Instagram

By Leann Priebe | September 21, 2022

Are you looking for Instagram inspiration, ideas, and lessons? Believe it or not, you can learn a lot from following the hashtag #instamom. It’s one of many hashtags I follow, and I’ve unexpectedly learned a few things about Instagram marketing.

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