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2012

Thoughts on Facebook Paid Search

As sponsored search results appear in Facebook s typeahead, businesses have to consider the implications and challenges the new system presents.

Is it Worth Advertising on Facebook?

With 83 million fake accounts operating on Facebook, many people are wondering if it s still a good idea to advertise on Facebook. The short answer: yes.

Should You Hire a Fresh, New Graduate or a Firm For Your Soc

New graduates would be better seated in a social media marketing firm who can prune them to their maximum potential.

The Battle of Social Search Engines: The New Bing vs. Google

Bing is set to release a heavily social integrated version of their search engine in the near future that might just give Google a run for its money. The New Bing will introduce a three-column design with new information architecture that will help users interact with their social networks.

Facebook Timeline for Pages Versus Landing Tabs

Timeline for Facebook Pages doesn t offer admins the ability to set a default landing tab. Here s why we think that s a good thing.

What We ve Learned from Facebook s IPO

Facebook has finally filed for their IPO. The S-1 documentation offered a little more insight into how the company has generated their revenue.

Sh*t Social Media Pros Say [VIDEO]

There are some videos making their way around the internet right now that are pretty hilarious. So funny, in fact, that they are being shared around, even by social media pros. Well, these videos are funny because they are very real. The whole idea behind the videos are that they details the reality, and what someone says that you have in common.

2011

YouTube Has a New Design

I love YouTube. I love posting videos to YouTube, reading the comments to videos and watching videos of all types: from music videos to Korean e-sports. YouTube just redesigned their website. Did they nail it or put a nail in their coffin?

How to Create a Google Plus Business Page

As many may already know, Google Plus is now allowing people to create their very own Google Plus business page. Here is how to set up a Google Plus Business page.

Four Tips to Turn Your Brand Advocates into Super Fans

If you re into social media marketing, you realize that it is extremely essential to turn your brand advocates, your brand s ambassadors, into fans. But not just ought to you turn your brand s fans into normal fans, you have the opportunity to convert them into superfans. Those that will really vouch for your brand, and be what we call a super fan

What Justin Bieber has in Common with Lauren s Dad

So, what does Justin Bieber have in common with Lauren s dad? I mean really, if you read this headline you would probably not think that they have much in common. But take a look at what really these two, Justin Bieber and Lauren s dad, have in common.

Social Media Dance Off Submission

Here is our social media dance off submission, from a bunch of people who are in social media. Comments welcome!

Facebook Places Dead or Simply Buried Alive?

Apparently Foursquare is claiming victory over Facebook Places, especially since VentureBeat.com is saying that Facebook Places is now dead. Well, not exactly, folks. Apparently Facebook Places is still alive, so it is a case that Facebook Places was simply buried alive?

Is a Microsoft Word Resume Still Acceptable?

Standing Dog is hiring. And we have been receiving a lot of resumes for various open positions that we have, some in social media, some in Search Engine Optimization, and even in the Creative (web design, etc.) areas. I know that standard resumes in Microsoft Word are acceptable. But to stand out, is it acceptable to submit a resume that is a littl

Social Media Lesson: Do Not Tweet About Burnt Pancakes

Did you know? You Should Not Tweet About Burnt Pancakes. Here are a few lessons learned from a social media experience gone awry: do not Tweet about Burnt Pancakes.

How to Use Twitter for Customer Service

There is now a great new tool for customer service that would probably not expect: it is called Twitter. Not only is Twitter a great social networking web site, Twitter is a great tool. And, more importantly, a time saver. On the Standing Dog Blog, we have a great blog post by Paul Griffith about how use Twitter as a customer service tool for your

Why Social Validation is the New Search Engine Optimization

You probably have heard me preach it before: if at all possible, for search engine optimization purposes, your web site should include a blog or other section. Here is why your SEO Strategy must include social validation.

Why You Should Check In on Foursquare

There are several reasons why you should make it a habit of checking in on foursquare, the social networking web site, while you go about your daily activities. I personally enjoy connecting with others and finding out who is also at my location and who has checked in. I also enjoy the fact that since I have connected my foursquare account with man

2010

How to Brand Your Facebook Profile

On the Standing Dog blog today, Ryan wrote an excellent blog post about how to brand your Facebook profile. Facebook recently released the ability to load pictures to personal profiles that remain static to your viewers. This offers users the ability to showcase a recent trip, event or night on the town. We believe this created a unique way of bran

How To Download And Use Your Facebook Information

Facebook has recently been under fire (a lot, I might add) for privacy issues and privacy concerns. I have even written about Facebook email privacy that has gone awry. Many people (not me) are concerned about what they share amongst their friends on Facebook. Some of my family members are concerned about other people (mainly the public) learning a

Facebook Chat Client Launches Today

As a self confessed laptop or computer nerd, what particularly impresses me about this Facebook client is both its reliability when related to Facebook chat along with the ease with which you ll be able to customize the shopper. As an example, the Facebook chat client’s intuitive interface makes customizing shortcuts a breeze; I like that I can hot

Republican GOP Candidates Winning Social Media

Republican individuals for your U.S. Senate have amassed greater than 4 occasions as several Facebook Fans as their Democratic counterparts, and more than 5 occasions as many Twitter Fans, based on an analysis by HeadCount, a nonpartisan voter registration organization.

Increasing Your Success Rate with Social Media

For small businesses, social medias ever-emerging presence is really a dramatic game-changer that can possess a big impact on their bottom line. Here is to dramatically increase your success with social media.