On this day devoted to gratitude in the United States, the CMI team shows their appreciation for some of the blog and social media posts, audio, and video that inspired us in this challenging year. Continue reading
Why You Should Avoid the Broetry Writing Trend
Broetry can drive engagement and clicks, but the writing format can undermine your goals in the long term. Here’s why you should avoid broetry and what you should do instead. Continue reading
User-Generated Content: Let Your Fans Do Content Creation Work for You
Content creation is hard. But you don’t have to do all the heavy lifting on your own. Let your fans and followers put all their passion, knowledge, and artistic talent on display for others to see, learn from, and enjoy. Continue reading
How to Transform Your LinkedIn Presence So It’s Not Just a Resume
Michaela Alexis shares how she built a mega personal brand on LinkedIn. It started a few years ago when her post, How I Landed My Dream Job in Two Weeks on LinkedIn, went viral. Now, she runs a LinkedIn consulting business. Continue reading
The Right and Wrong Ways to Use Vanity Metrics
Vanity metrics look great on paper. But the sheen fades when used to explain important business outcomes. And yet, they can shine nicely when used to measure marketing goals. Here’s what you need to know. Continue reading
22 Things You Wish Marketers Would Stop Doing on Social Media
Scrolling through social media platforms can be an irritating experience. Too many brands and individuals don’t use their digital megaphones effectively. What are they doing wrong? Read on for 22 of the biggest social media pet peeves. Continue reading
How to Use LinkedIn as a Brand Publishing Platform
If you only think of LinkedIn as your online resume, you’re missing its opportunities to build your personal brand. It can become your publishing platform, a home for video, and an amplification tool for your content. Continue reading
Is Your Brand Breaking the Law on Social Media?
Unless you only use original content created by or through your brand on social media, you might be breaking the law. Hashtags and resharing don’t equate permission. Get some insight on what you’re doing wrong and how to make it right. Continue reading
Influencer Marketing Fraud: The Shady Side of Social Media
If your brand uses influencers to drive interest and reach, you could be exposed to the effects of deceitful practices, follower fraud, and other pitfalls. Read on for recent news about influencer fraud and how you may want to respond. Continue reading
LinkedIn for Content Marketing: What You Need to Know
About two years ago, LinkedIn opened its publishing platform to all members and expanded its content marketing potential for B2B and B2C brands. Here are a few things you should know about where LinkedIn publishing stands today. Continue reading
