Creating social media content can be an overwhelming and time-consuming job. A ton of resources go into prep, production, post-production, and distribution. Then, once you put it all out there, it either takes or doesn’t take, and all of your efforts have resulted in a short-lived outcome. It can be a frustrating and soul-sucking experience. […]
Social media calendars are great tools that can help any business stay aligned throughout the entire process, whether with you or an entire team. But how exactly do you create a social media calendar the right way? What’s New? What’s new in marketing: TikTok launches new Unplugged info sessions, Apple’s new iOS 15 update, and […]
Now that it’s 2021, social messaging has come quite a long way. The features available to us have grown, and it’s not just about a quick chat; it’s so much more. What’s new? New in marketing this week: Apple doubles down on privacy, TikTok shares insights into sound marketing, WhatsApp may have a new feature, and […]
Social media has changed a lot in the past few years, and it’s only getting more prominent. With the year we’ve had, it’s no wonder the focus has been on these platforms. We’re all aware of the top social media platforms widely used, but there may be some you might not know about that are […]
Not long ago, customers called a business, submitted a ticket, or went to the brick-and-mortar location when they had issues or questions, and the idea of social media customer service didn’t even exist. Now it’s the main channel for most customers to communicate with a business or brand, and it’s something you can not afford […]
As we draw closer to the final months of one of the weirdest years in history, it’s time to think about the best strategies for ending the year strong with great social media ideas. So much has changed in 2020. It feels like everything has changed. The way we socialize and communicate has transformed more […]
Two heads are better than one, they always say. OK, I’m suddenly getting Fallout vibes of two-headed Brahmin in a post-apocalypse landscape, but that’s not at all what I meant. No, we’re talking real-world collaborations here. Brand and influencer collaboration, when done right, can be magic in a bottle for your brand. Perhaps this is […]
Remember when cartoons were weird, wonderful, and insanely creative? We do, too, but that’s not really what we’re talking about this week. No, we’re diving into yet another hot topic in the marketing industry right now. Can you guess what it is? Hint? It has something to do with the paid side of the sandwich. […]
This week we’ll be looking at the foundations of a successful digital marketing plan, and five fundamental Digital Marketing programs you need to be successful and grow your business online: Customer Reviews Citation Listings Google Ads Facebook & Instagram Ads Social Media Content Creation & Publishing Subscribe to our weekly live stream on Facebook, or take […]
The Beginning It’s been a whirlwind. That’s the best way to describe my first month of agency life at the Hive. Well, technically, it’s almost like my second month since I was doing my Conestoga College co-op placement here when COVID-19 hit. Then suddenly, BAM! ✔ Co-op cancelled halfway through ✔Graduation cancelled ✔Awards cancelled Welcome […]
Pinterest has always been a place where people go to look for new, creative ideas. Lately, we’ve been seeing a shift in daily habits while people adapt to the new normal, and the world starts moving forward again from the COVID-19 lockdown. Those who are coming to Pinterest are looking for inspiration more than ever […]
Just like you can’t build a house on a leaky foundation, you shouldn’t open a social media account for your business without having a strategy in place. All businesses, big or small, need to understand what makes them stand out, why they are different, who they are targeting, and what they are measuring success against. […]
The long weekend is behind us, we only got one glorious day of perfect weather, but it was just enough for us bees to recharge and dig into some new and exciting topics. This week we’re looking at headless commerce and how small businesses can leverage social media as a sales channel. And we’re super […]
With stage one of re-opening officially underway here in Ontario, many businesses are scrambling to get their doors open and to reach out to their audience to let them know. This week we’re taking a look at some strategies for social storytelling and tactics for how to break through the noise on social media, as […]
As the weather gets warmer and we get closer to the next stage of this new normal, our busy bees at the Hive have been collecting delicious tidbits of helpful information that we want to share with all small businesses. How are businesses making the move to adapt to the new normal? What promotional/social calendars […]
