No More 'Status Updates'

Shift Has Happened! We have to respect our audience and and earn trust. We don't do that by just broadcasting a stream of news. (I know, I know, yes, it seems like 'everyone is doing that')  That's why all of them are complaining that they are not seeing any real ROI from social media, because they are using it like we are back in 2009.

Here is a simple tip that will help your brand or business set yourself apart from your competition and start seeing real traction from your efforts.

Got feedback or thoughts on this? As usual, I'd love to hear it.

Google+ Brand Pages Exploding In Popularity

Are we seeing a historic shift as Google+ Brands start seeing massive growth? 

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Top Google+ Brands See 1400% Follower Lift In February Feb. 20, 2012

As Google+ keeps on growing, brands are now reaping the benefits of getting involved early. In a recent report from BrightEdge , a massive growth spurt for top brands was uncovered. Compared to December's numbers, the number of people with top 100 Google+ brands, in their circles was up over 1400% in February.    

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Google+ Brand Pages – What Every Marketer Needs to Know

I was privileged to be invited by my friends over at Vertical Measures to talk a little bit about Google+ for Brands and some things that marketers should know. 


Now, remember, this is as of today and this will be dated information as Google+ evolves and matures. I'll try and update this video along with some others that will coming soon on advanced Google+ uses.  

I hope you find this beginner video helpful, and if you like this, please share it via the channels below.

Thank you.

Tim

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