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 If you have ever managed a social media platform, then you know that there are times when things can go horribly, horribly, (did we say horribly?) wrong. You wake up, head to work, log in to your computer, and there it is. One of the unholiest of unholy posts you have ever seen. Your hands start to sweat, your blood pressure rises, and all you want to do is hide away in a dark cave where the internet can never find you.

The explosive success of social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+ (and many more) can be overwhelming when you really think about it. Almost everyone is online, and most people act like it's their day job. From toddlers to adults, social media can provide companies with a large target audience. And, since the popularity of these social networking sites is constantly growing every day, small business, internet marketers, and even large corporations are beginning to understand the opportunities within this digital marketing space.

Someone asked me the other day where I get my news from, and “Twitter” was my automatic response. While I still get the content from news-worthy sites like CNN or AP, it’s not like I’m combing their homepage anymore but rather clicking a quick link to exactly what I’m looking for. And I don’t have to search far for the public’s comments. Simply by exiting the article, I can see how my friends and even people I don’t know are responding to the story through Twitter as well. Since Twitter is acting as a “second screen” for me and many other consumers, brands should be aiming to become part of this social commentary and push out their messages to the millions of users using real-time marketing. And that’s exactly what Oreo is doing.

Last week Instagram and Facebook launched their new video service, Instagram video, in order to compete with Twitter’s Vine app. Instragram’s video offers the user 15 seconds to shoot a desired subject and is completely editable. So, while we’ve provided you with tips on how to use Instagram video for your marketing advantage, should you continue with Vine? Will users stay loyal to the infantile platform or switch over to Instagram, which was delivered to them in a simple app update?

Since it’s official launch in 2006, Twitter has attracted over 200 million active users and is one of the most popular social networks on the Internet. Chances are you’re one of those users and you probably think you’ve got Twitter all figured out.

Step 3a.) Reinforcing Your Page With Content

Becoming a member of any social networking websites such as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn will only help your business grow if you know how to use those assets properly. With approximately 526 million daily active users, Facebook is not only the most visited website in the world, but the most useful for personal connections, organizations, internet sharing, and business. Having the know-how to navigate Facebook accurately and tastefully will allow your business to become updated, broadened, and more relevant in today's online world. Although Facebook prides itself in being fast and easy, there are some tools that require a bit of experience. These simple steps will help you gain an all around good sense of the website and how you can use it to fully optimize your business. If you already have an account on Facebook, skip to step 2.

Hiring an Inbound Marketing Agency is a big investment. The upfront costs can be intimidating for many business owners, especially for those unfamiliar with the term 'Inbound Marketing' to begin with. To squash any irrational fears, let's first see what exactly an Inbound Marketing Agency will do for you company.

There’s no doubt about it: humans are social creatures. Sure, we all enjoy privacy from time to time, but anyone in isolation usually becomes very lonely. To remedy this issue, people have established communities for support and brotherhood. This is as true now as it was 5,000 years ago. Communities can create and improve ideas, help those in need, and generally improve the standard of living for everyone. Many of these benefits apply to an Internet community, too.

Statistically speaking, you probably have a twitter account. This social media website has become a staple in the Internet community, as it allows for a rapid, constant flow of information. If you have not yet signed up for an account, it could be time to register. Twitter accounts are free, and it's probably a good idea to at least own your own company name. Twitter accounts are free, and it’s a great addition to your arsenal of Internet marketing techniques. If you already have an account, chances are you could be managing it more effectively. If wielded properly, Twitter is a fantastic resource for promoting your website, product, or name. Here are a few easy steps to get you started.