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To mark our ten-year milestone, the media update team is sharing some of our favourite social media articles, along with some of yours!
Scroll down to see media update's top social media picks!
Articles You Love
Nostalgia on Social Media [Infographic]
Remember the days of dial-up Internet and MxIt? How about frosted tips and flip phones? The concept of nostalgia is not a new one, but since 2020, nostalgia has made its way to social media. You would think it faded like acid-wash jeans, but it just kept growing — and now it has its own terminology!
Is TikTok the New Google?
Depending on what generation you are from, you probably use social media in a certain way. While many people view social media as a way to connect and share experiences, Gen Z has changed the game once again. Yep, they are using TikTok as a search engine.
Three Ways Social Media Encourages Creativity
Social media can encourage much-needed creativity in times when the creative juices are running low. Although it has the ability to help you get imaginative, maintaining a healthy balance between real life and online is key.
Social Media and Its Role in Community Building: A Q&A With Shaheed Rajab
The power of social media lies in its ability to create strong online communities, providing us with a sense of connection and a safe virtual space. Building these communities is crucial for both brands and individuals, which is why we reached out to Shaheed Rajab for his insights on the topic.
The Five Main KPIs in Social Media [Infographic]
Social media is a means to connect with the world around you — but it's also a huge part of the business strategy for many brands. How do you know if your social media strategy is working, though? This is where social media KPIs come in.
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The Impact of Social Media on Our Society
Social media is a powerful revolution that has changed our lives all round; it has changed the way that we socialise, conduct our businesses, engage in political affairs, build professions and set job recruitments, says Susan Saurel, writer at EssayOnTime. Saurel gives insights into the areas that have been significantly affected in our society.
Top 10 Dos and Don'ts for Social Media [Infographic]
Navigating your social media pages for your business can be tricky. And with millions of businesses on social media, getting yours to stand out from the crowd can be just as challenging. So, we've compiled a top 10 list of dos and don'ts for your business's social media to help make it easier for you!
How to Make Money on TikTok — In 300 Words or Less
If you have TikTok, chances are that you spend a lot of time — or at least more than you should — on the app. That means you often see people who managed to make TikTok content creation their full-time job. It sounds like a pretty good side hustle. But how do you monetise TikTok?
How to Create Timeless Social Media Content
Taking part in what's trendy on social media is an effective way to achieve short-term success and increase your engagement. However, you'll need to start creating more timeless content at some point in your career to ensure its longevity and security.
A Trip Down Memory Lane — 10 Social Media Terms You Should Add to Your Vocabulary
A large number of new social media terms have come to light over the recent years, and it can be confusing to keep up with all of them — never mind trying to understand what they mean or how to use them. Don't worry though, we've got you covered.
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