Don't #Spam #Your #Tweets #With #Hashtags

Including relevant hashtags in your tweets is extremely useful when you want to categorize your posts so that they show up easily in searches. If you use hashtags in tweets on a public account, anyone who searches for that keyword will stumble upon your tweet. But using too many #hashtags is considered spamming. Best practices suggest using no more than 3 hashtags in a single tweet, and to use them sparingly and respectfully. If you use hashtags excessively, it may cause confusion and frustration for your followers, and they may stop following you. Use hashtags only when they add value; not on every word in a tweet!

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Get The New YouTube Layout

YouTube has created a new layout for its users! In order to get it, you have to be using Firefox or Chrome as your web-browser. It may seem a little tricky for those who aren't web-savvy, but it can still be done. In order to obtain the new layout you need to open your browser’s development tools.
Using Firefox:• Press Ctrl + Shift + K for a Windows operating system.
• Press Cmd + K for a Mac operating system.
Using Chrome:
• Press Ctrl + Shift + J for a Windows operating system.
• Press Cmd + Alt + J for a Mac operating system.

Once it is opened, add this code into your console:
document.cookie="VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE=ST1Ti53r4fU";

Now close your developer tools and reload the YouTube page. You’re all set!Using Firefox:

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How to Use Google Search Tools for Better Results

Have you noticed that after the Google Farmer Update, searching on Google can become a hassle? Do you see articles or websites pulling up that have zero relevance to the actual search terms used? Does it frustrate you that something that should be seemingly easy to find has become difficult? Well Google has unveiled a new feature to help! It’s called “Verbatim.” After you have searched for a term, go over to “more search tool” on the left side of the page. Scroll down to “Verbatim.” This new tool will search Google for the EXACT phrase or terms used.

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LinkedIn Group Statistics

Whether you manage a group or are just a part of a group on LinkedIn, you can now get some statistical data. When you enter a group, click on the “More…” tab and scroll down to “Group Statistics.” This will open up the statistics where you can get great insight into how the group is performing. You get to view the demographics and how the group is growing, as well as what type of activity there is. This is be a great tool for group admins who want to keep data on their group's progression.

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How To Change Your Twitter Handle

If you're looking to rename or rebrand your Twitter account, there is an easy solution. Instead of signing up for a new Twitter account all together, head over to the Twitter Account tab. From there, you can change your username, as well as update your e-mail and security settings. You can check to see if the username you wish you change to is available. If your desired username is taken by another user, get creative with the new name. Just remember to tweet your followers about the changes!

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Post Facebook Statuses to Twitter

Did you know that know Facebook allows you to post your status updates to your Twitter account? Facebook used to have a different stance on this policy and felt that Facebook content should be exclusive to their platform only. Now they have opened the door, and in a few short steps, you can be posting Facebook updates to Twitter. Here is how to activate this feature:

1. Go to facebook.com/twitter.
2. Click the green button titled “Link My Profile to Twitter.”
3. Click the blue button titled “Authorize app.”
4. Optional: Choose which Facebook items you want to share.
5. Optional: Click the blue button “Save Changes.”

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Retweet Manually

Retweeting is always a great way to show someone that you appreciate their post, but next time you go to click the retweet button, think again. The benefits of manually retweeting someone's post is that you can add your own two cents to it. How do you do this? Copy and paste the original tweet or click "Quote Tweet." Remove any unnecessary information, such as the Twitter user's real name, and place RT in front of their Twitter name. Then just add your own comments in front. Your tweet should look like this when it is all said and done:

Love the blog post! RT @PMConcepts How to Manage Your Social Media Comments wp.me/p1f1we-oP

Moral of the story: Add some personality to your retweets!

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Do Your Research Before Jumping In

There are many people who just want to “keep up with the Joneses” when it comes to social media marketing. They want a Twitter, Facebook and blog simply because their competitors do. It may sound great, in theory, but before you jump into the realm of social media marketing, make sure you actively research where your consumers are. For blogs, you may find most of your consumers on Tumblr rather than Wordpress. You may notice you have more targeted consumers on Twitter asking about your company than on Facebook. Bottom line is, don’t just jump into social media blind folded. Progressive Media Concepts can help you find your target market. Contact us today for a FREE web evaluation!

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Link Placement in Tweets for High CTR

Are you under the impression that the best place for a link is at the end of your tweets? According to a new study, links at the end of tweets do not see much of a click through rate. It turned out that the best placement for a link would be about 25% of the way through the tweet; not at the very beginning and not in the very middle. Try experimenting with the placement of links in your tweets and see which position works best for you!

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