The Buffer app add on to your browser makes sharing content from web pages across multiple social media channels simple. Installing the add on means you don’t have to navigate away from the page you want to share, or copy and paste URLs. If you aren’t familiar with Buffer, start…
You can follow businesses on Google+ to stay engaged and up to date with what they post on the platform. To follow someone, you have to have a Google+ account. If you do not have an account, but would like to make one, read our post on how to create an…
1. Create valuable content often Tweeting often will get you more followers, but make sure you’re adding value through your tweets. Tweet links, tips or advice relating to your business or brand. Use a tweet-scheduling service like Buffer to plan your content and put it in front of your audience when they’re…
Tagging, or mentioning others on Google+, is useful to grab someone’s attention, to ask them a question, to give them credit or to call their attention to something. This ensure they see your post and will often lead to them interacting with you as a result. Any time you tag someone…
The plus one button on Google+ makes it simple for you to show when you like or agree with a post. Adding a +1 to Google+ posts also helps you keep track of posts you like, and it can help people in your circles and extended circles know what you recommend. Add…
Google+ users with a large following and popular content are more likely to find their posts appearing in organic search results. As a business owner, you want to find and engage with the people that are listening to your message and sharing your content. Search For Potential Fans and Influencers To…
Understanding the difference between follow buttons and share buttons lets you identify which kind of button you should be putting on your website for what purpose. Follow Icons By adding social media icons to your website, visitors can connect with your social media profiles and increase your following. Having these…
Having a personal Google+ page can help you stay active in conversations about your industry, connect with like-minded people, and its another way to promote your business online. To begin creating your Google+ account, sign in with your personal Google account on the Google+ Start Page. If you don’t have…
How and why to use HashTags Hashtags are available to use in Google+ and help users find your content and help you organize your own posts. We recommend using hashtags in your posts (no more than 3 that are relevant) to get organized and be found. You can look for…
What is Buffer Buffer, http://bufferapp.com, is a popular social media management tool that helps you centrally schedule (to buffer) your social media activity. While they have numerous stages of progressive pricing tiers, their free tier is among the best available. That is, it allows a single user to connect one account to social…
