Here at Buffer, we think a lot about visual content. We’ve shared our own study on the importance of images in Twitter posts for more social sharing. We’ve explored tools that help anyone create visual content. Our social media management tool incorporates image posting because we know how important that element is to engage your followers…
When is the last time you stopped to count your blessings? No matter who you are or where you’re at in life, there is reason to be thankful. So take a moment and reflect on all that you have to be grateful for, for there is power in gratitude and thankfulness. Related: 7 Ways to Be…
We all know it’s important to be grateful. To give thanks for the good things in our lives. Yet let’s face it, sometimes that is just easier said than done. Related: What I Learned From Keeping a Gratitude Journal So given the Thanksgiving holiday that is upon us once more, I wanted to pen a few…
The radio croons, “It’s the hap-happiest season of all,” lights twinkle, people keep wishing you a “merry this” and a “happy that.” Many welcome the holiday season with open arms. For others, though, this “happiest season of all” can feel nightmarish. One need not be a total Grinch to still feel some stressors during the…
When Tommy Williams was growing up in Austin Texas, he probably didn’t think his love for cooking and local farmers markets would lead to starting a nationally-recognized food brand. But that’s exactly what happened. Williams began to embrace his entrepreneurial spirit after college. As a graduate, he started selling a variety of salsas and spice…
Kimberly Bryant is a nerd. Her 19-year-old daughter, Kai, is a geek. For Bryant, there’s a subtle yet important distinction between the two words. “I was never the geeky kid,” Bryant says. Growing up, she read books voraciously, took advanced science courses and was on the math team. But she was never interested in video…
Your house is your haven from the stressful outside world. When you return home at the end of a busy day, you want to take it easy and get refreshed before facing your responsibilities once again. However, the more stressful aspects of your life can sometimes make their way into your home—from piles of clutter…
As a social media marketer, a big part of your job is to build awareness of your brand and drive conversions on various social channels. This could mean creating an engaging video for Facebook. Planning out and scheduling your tweets for the week. Writing a thought-provoking article for LinkedIn Pulse. The list goes on… You…
I think the way I learn the most is through my mistakes. I am constantly watching game film, looking for ways to improve. I also love hearing the challenges and triumphs of my teammates and friends. Hearing others’ stories oftentimes helps me to avoid difficult situations but more importantly motivates me to set goals for…
Social media marketers are always looking to uncover the “next big thing”, and as we head into 2019 personalized social media engagement is becoming the latest must-have strategy for businesses of all sizes. According to recent Epsilon research, 80 percent of consumers are more likely to do business with a company if it offers a…