WHAT IS SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING?

Social media networking is the act of connecting to other users on the internet through social media channels.  By networking, you can add as many followers as you want, find new friends, ansmd sync your contacts.  Social media marketing is to connect to users through social platforms to promote an individual product, service, or cause. Social media marketing tools allows you to generate more traffic to your website or social profile. The more shares, the more you increase followers, likes, and monetization possibilities.

Snapchat is one of the most popular platforms in social media. Snapchat has many filters to choose from and they change daily so be on the look out. You can snap a photo or record a video with the filters. Snapchat allows you to type on your posts. However, the font is basic and there is room for improvement. The suggestion is to add your social media handle on every snapchat post.  You post and create your own story.  Some filters are sponsored by companies and music artists for promotion.

Instagram is one of the best platforms for raw photos and photography. You have filter options along with extension apps you can download that can enhance your instagram posts. You want ti make sure the photos you post on instagram are high definition (HD). The more clear and creative the photos are the more likes and follows you will have on your account. You can also gain more likes and followers with relevant #hashtags with each photo. For an example some of the most popular hashtags are #igdaily #tweegram and #follow4follow.

Youtube is a video platform for users to post their videos.  Most youtubers vlog and post their opnions on now trending topics. Many videos are edited before published. Users can find a video loop for there intro or they use video editing software like Final Cut Pro X to embellish there video posts. You can also do live broadcasts with youtube and connect to your Facebook or Twitter account and share on Google+ circles to market your video. Find a niche that fits you and you will become a Youtuber star in no time. Marketing tolls and intro to your video will help increase subscribers. Add your social media handle to other social mediq accounts in the description section of the video. Making the title of the video to a now trending topic will get you more views. Youtube vudeos can be monetized by each video as long as the content is original and does not have copyright content of clips or music in the video. Be sure to notify your subsribers to select the bell below the video to kep updated on notifications.

Twitter is a social platform that lets users post short messages, updates, and trending hashtags. Twitter has a widget under the settings panel that allows you to embed your tweet wall on your website sidebar. Look under the search bar and you will see trending hashtags and topics on twitter. Use the now trending hashtags daily to boost more views on your tweets.

Facebook is a social platform tgat lets users post messages and videos.  The live broadcast otion includes many filters to choose from to post on your Facebook page.  Facebook allows users to create groups and a fan page to self promote, market prodicts oe services, or raise awareness on a cause based on your niche.

Pinterest is a social media platform that allows users to pin or pick the photos they like that are posted on a board wall or category.  It allows you to post your photos and add links. Pick the categories you want to follow. Pinterest is a primary platform for DIY (Do It Yourself) posts and the platform can be monetized based on your niche.

Tumblr is a quirky social media platform that allows users to post their writing. Many authors and Tumblr because you can post your content along with ingenious gifs that are popular amongst users.