Social media management and measurement can be some of the most difficult tasks for any business. Moreso for small businesses which may have difficulty finding tools that give enough information at an affordable price. If you use Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn, Sprout Social can provide some very valuable measurements and insights. Let’s take a closer look… [Read more…] about Review: Sprout Social for Social Media Management & Measurement
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Missing the Boat by Not Connecting Sales to Marketing
The disconnect between sales and marketing is probably as old as the two industrys/jobs. Many companies keep marketing and sales in separate departments which never talk to each other, which not only causes friction, it can mean lost sales, especially in these days of the social web. For example, today over on Social Media Explorer, Ilana Rabinowitz talks about salespeople who cold-call her company without even bothering to learn more about her or the company: [Read more…] about Missing the Boat by Not Connecting Sales to Marketing
Detroit! Let’s Hear What You Have to Say! – Ignite Detroit #2
It’s been a little while since Ignite Detroit #1, which was a blast and really showcased some interesting topics and speakers. We were entertained. We were educated. We were enthusiastic! Brandon Chesnutt, Norm Witte and myself are proud to (finally) announce Ignite Detroit #2 which will be held at the amazing Sound Board inside the MotorCity Casino Hotel on Thursday, April 14th at 7:30pm. Do you have something amazing, interesting or entertaining to say to Detroit? Submit a talk idea by March 15th.
Topics will be selected by both the community and event organizers. You may have the chance to wow Detroit from here:
I know. Pretty amazing! Get those thinking caps working and brainstorm an awesome idea to submit.
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