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11 Best Practices For Nonprofits Using Social Media | Business 2 Community

11 Best Practices For Nonprofits Using Social Media | Business 2 Community | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Nonprofits are using social media tools more than ever, but many nonprofit professionals are overwhelmed and overworked and lack the necessary training and...

 

Some good reminders about understanding the social media channels and promoting the profiles.

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Nonprofit Twitter Tips #3: How to Use Hashtags [VIDEO] - Nonprofit Hub

Nonprofit Twitter Tips #3: How to Use Hashtags [VIDEO] - Nonprofit Hub | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
The hashtag is one of Twitter's coolest features. How can you use hashtags to get more followers? Learn nonprofit twitter tips from this video.
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» Step-By-Step Guide on Optimizing Images for Pinterest

» Step-By-Step Guide on Optimizing Images for Pinterest | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
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11 Reasons Why People Sign Up To Charity Facebook Page & 6 Reasons Why They Leave

11 Reasons Why People Sign Up To Charity Facebook Page & 6 Reasons Why They Leave | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Among some interesting findings from a report on digital persuasion by Waggener Edstrom are the reasons why followers sign up to a charity's Facebook page - and the reasons why they leave it. 57% o...
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Social Media On Your Phone Is Worse Than Alcohol Consumption #Infographic

Social Media On Your Phone Is Worse Than Alcohol Consumption #Infographic | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it

We are all thankful to social sites which has made all of us so interlaced, from finding old school mates to sharing day to day stories it has made us so addicted, more than alcohol and smoking.

Smart-devices have given us a rich experience of social networking they have completely revolutionized the accessibility of social networks. Social media marketers are also push to take internet mobile, Smartphone was the most preferred phone for advertisers in Q3 2012 with 75% campaigns.

And, a recent report in India says that accessing social networking sites is considered to be the main internet activities on mobile devices.

But don’t you agree that we somewhere have hiccups or cut backs in presenting ourselves the way we are and the reason could be our friends circle itself. Did you ever know this can even cause a negative effect on our psyches?

 

An infographic from Ligo Electronics says that 66% of respondents have trouble sleeping after using social networking sites.



Read more: http://www.dazeinfo.com/2013/03/14/social-media-on-your-phone-is-worse-than-alcohol-consumption-infographic/#ixzz2NXMl9atg


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Some interesting fact and stats about the effects of social media.

Could just be assumptions and made up if not for the references, worth investigating further for more accuracy.

 

Social media was a big step in extroversion and news, however it was a plummet in personal privacy. The integration of social media into everything is convenient, yes, but it leads one to believe using it to be mandatory to have because of all the disadvantages compared to using it.

 

Aside from privacy, the addiction to social media is extremely evident in the younger generation and often leads to online arguments, befriending complete strangers or even identity frauds.

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70+ epic social media case studies, stats, blog posts and more

70+ epic social media case studies, stats, blog posts and more | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
At Econsultancy, we publish a huge amount of content related to digital marketing and ecommerce.
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Always great to see what others are doing. Inspiration!

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Gftr Wants To Stop Wasting Birthdays With Social Network Crowdsourced Gifts | TechCrunch

Gftr Wants To Stop Wasting Birthdays With Social Network Crowdsourced Gifts | TechCrunch | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
My calendar is mostly filled with Facebook birthdays, these days, and at best those notifications will prompt me to post on someone's wall once a year.
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I really like the charitable angle of this. What a great impact this could be for charities.

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Likes Don't Save Lives... - re: charity

Likes Don't Save Lives... - re: charity | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Let the great slacktivism debate start again! Does "Liking" a page on Facebook or a video or a picture really do anything to help causes? Are we underselling the real needs of an organization by doing this?
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A good reminder to have a clear call to action. Charities cannot live on "likes" alone.

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How Social Media Helps or Hurts Your Church | Helping Church Leaders

How Social Media Helps or Hurts Your Church | Helping Church Leaders | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
A conversation about learning, leading and loving the Church
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Demystifying How Facebook's EdgeRank Algorithm Works [INFOGRAPHIC]

Demystifying How Facebook's EdgeRank Algorithm Works [INFOGRAPHIC] | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Two infographics that explain how Facebook EdgeRank filters which content gets displayed in users' News Feeds.
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A good reminder about how newsfeed stories are filtered. The  challenge is to create engaging posts!

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Part Two: Charitable Giving in Canada [INFOGRAPHIC] from Imagine Canada | Philip J.W. Smith & Co.

Part Two: Charitable Giving in Canada [INFOGRAPHIC] from Imagine Canada | Philip J.W. Smith & Co. | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
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Social Networking For Marketers: How Pinterest Crushes Facebook

Social Networking For Marketers: How Pinterest Crushes Facebook | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it

Pinterest has a higher concentration of people who are in a ‘buy’ state of mind, while Facebook users are more interested in interacting with friends - and brands.... Understanding what people do on different social networks is the key to effectively using those networks for marketing. Companies currently spend 8.4% of their marketing budgets on social media, and that’s expected to grow to 21.6% in the next five years. But with so many social networks competing to grab marketing dollars, determining the most effective channels can be extremely difficult. To illustrate, let’s look at how Facebook and Pinterest stack up against one another. Different Networks For Different Reasons While both Facebook and Pinterest offer deep customer segmentations and user engagement, it would be a mistake to target audiences in the same way across both networks. For example, you wouldn’t market your product to someone shopping at a trendy boutique the same way you would to someone walking down the street with their friends. In a store, you’d likely look to make a sale, while on the street you’d probably have more luck building brand awareness....


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It is so intersting that Pintrest is gaining so much traction;  I equate this to the old model of a beautiful house and home print magazine where females sit back with a cup of tea (or latte) and browse beautiful images allowing them to escapethe day's pressures for a little while. Also adding to this, is  the fact that Pinterest is so incredibly easy to use. Unlike google+ !!!!

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How social media managers should react when tragedy strikes

How social media managers should react when tragedy strikes | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Start by acting like a human, not a marketing robot.
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For those who use automated functions for tweets, this blog is a good checklist of appropriate response during tragedy.

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Five Creative Ways To Thank Your Facebook Fans

Five Creative Ways To Thank Your Facebook Fans | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
It's easy to think about thanking your Facebook fans as something that's nice to do - if you have the time and are in the mood. But saying thanks is a vital part of your success on Facebook, and everywhere else.
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I especially like the idea of saying thank-you from the cover photo. Great idea.

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How to Use Pinterest Analytics, 6 Metrics Worth Measuring | Social Media Examiner

How to Use Pinterest Analytics, 6 Metrics Worth Measuring | Social Media Examiner | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Pinterest analytics: How to measure your Pinterest activity to help your business identify what types of content resonate best with your specific audience.
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11 Tips for Making Nonprofit Press Releases Social and Shareable

11 Tips for Making Nonprofit Press Releases Social and Shareable | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Social media has forever changed how nonprofits and journalists distribute and consume news stories, yet the format of nonprofit press releases has not evolved at all. Almost every communication me...
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This is a great blog that integrates tips to make press releases more social. Very practical. I'm going to keep this list.

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INFOGRAPHIC: How Social Sites Make Money

INFOGRAPHIC: How Social Sites Make Money | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Ever wonder how social sites make money? Here’s a quick look at which revenue streams help major social networking companies become a successful business.

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10 Ways Nonprofits Can Send Mobile Friendlier Email

10 Ways Nonprofits Can Send Mobile Friendlier Email | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
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Some very practical suggestions. Email is not dead...but it needs to go mobile.

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Facebook's Privacy Policy Changes [INFOGRAPHIC] | Social Media Today

Facebook's Privacy Policy Changes [INFOGRAPHIC] | Social Media Today | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Do people trust Facebook less than they used to? How well do people think they understand Facebook's privacy policies?
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5 Social Media Strategies For Nonprofits | CAREEREALISM

5 Social Media Strategies For Nonprofits | CAREEREALISM | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Social media is suited for nonprofit marketing, but you can't just create an account and call it a day. Learn focused social media strategies.
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When Does it Make Sense to Use an Infographic? | Idealware

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Why Your Non-Profit Must Master Both Long and Short Form Content

Why Your Non-Profit Must Master Both Long and Short Form Content | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Social media dictates a fast-paced marketing strategy that can keep up with the constant flurry of tweets, Instagrams, and Facebook statuses.
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I'm convinced that writing is a key skill for non-profits. The ability to switch modes between short and long-form content and to engage audiences is key. Messages will need to stand out to be heard!

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Five charity tech trends for 2013 | Charity Digital News

Five charity tech trends for 2013 | Charity Digital News | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Here are five digital trends which are looking to gain momentum in the charitable sector this year.
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7 Things Every Pastor Should Do Every Week on Social Media

7 Things Every Pastor Should Do Every Week on Social Media | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Church leaders that ignore social media are missing a significant channel for reaching people in their community.
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I love this practical list for pastors. It is doable!

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Some practical tips for pastors who are trying to reach out with social media.

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7 Tips for Better Twitter Chats

7 Tips for Better Twitter Chats | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
Twitter chats are an increasingly common way for people to discuss a topic or passion online. Basically, a group will organize around a specific hashtag so people can follow a s...
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non-profits can use twitter chats to connect with their communities on a particular topic. 

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Facebook for Churches: Key to Social Media Success | ChurchTechToday

Facebook for Churches: Key to Social Media Success | ChurchTechToday | Charities and Social Media | Scoop.it
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