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Social Media Marketing (SMM)

Social Media Marketing (SMM)

Social Media Marketing (SMM) is essential for brands to connect with audiences effectively. Understanding the distinct features of major platforms, building a strategic approach that includes both organic and paid methods, and employing engagement tactics are critical for success. Utilizing various tools can help streamline efforts and optimize results.

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  1. 4
    Social Media Marketing (Smm)

    Social Media Marketing (SMM) enables brands to connect effectively with...

  2. 4.1
    Description
  3. 4.2
    Learning Objectives

    This section outlines the key learning objectives that students are expected...

  4. 1
    Major Social Media Platforms

    This section outlines the major social media platforms, emphasizing their...

  5. 1.1

    Facebook is a major social media platform known for its vast user base and...

  6. 1.2

    Instagram is a visual-centric platform ideal for brands in lifestyle,...

  7. 1.3

    LinkedIn is a pivotal social media platform for professional networking,...

  8. 1.4
    Twitter (Now X)

    Twitter, now rebranded as X, is a platform known for real-time updates and...

  9. 1.5

    YouTube is a video-based platform that allows brands to engage their...

  10. 2
    Creating A Social Media Strategy

    This section outlines the essential steps for developing an effective social...

  11. 2.1
    Step-By-Step Plan

    This section outlines a step-by-step approach to creating an effective...

  12. 3
    Organic Vs. Paid Social

    This section highlights the key differences between organic and paid social...

  13. 3.1
    Feature Comparison

    This section compares organic and paid social media efforts, outlining key...

  14. 4
    Engagement Tactics & Best Practices

    Engagement tactics are crucial for fostering interaction on social media,...

  15. 4.1
    Engagement Tactics

    This section outlines various tactics and best practices for engaging...

  16. 4.2
    Best Practices

    Best practices for social media marketing focus on effective engagement...

  17. 5
    Social Media Tools

    This section discusses essential social media tools that assist in managing...

  18. 5.1

    Hootsuite is a comprehensive tool for managing social media platforms,...

  19. 5.2

    Buffer is a social media management tool that allows users to plan, publish,...

  20. 5.3

    Canva is a powerful tool for creating visual content, aiding brands and...

  21. 5.4
    Meta Business Suite

    Meta Business Suite is a centralized platform for managing Facebook and...

  22. 6
    Chapter Summary

    This chapter summarizes the fundamentals of Social Media Marketing (SMM),...

What we have learnt

  • Social media platforms differ in audience and content suitability.
  • An effective strategy aligns with business goals and audience understanding.
  • Engagement tactics are vital for growing and retaining followers.
  • Tools aid in scheduling, analytics, and visual creation.

Key Concepts

-- Social Media Strategy
A plan designed to establish goals, understand the audience, select appropriate platforms, create content, ensure consistency, and optimize performance.
-- Engagement Tactics
Methods used to interact with audiences through posts, polling, contests, and responding to direct messages to enhance visibility and loyalty.
-- Organic vs. Paid Social
Organic efforts involve unpaid content that grows through engagement, while paid efforts require budget allocation for ads and targeted promotions.
-- Social Media Tools
Software applications that help manage social media accounts, schedule posts, engage audiences, and analyze performance data.

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