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When It Comes To Paid Social Media, Facebook Leads The Way

PYMNTS

Retailers continue to rely on paid search and email marketing channels, but mobile marketing and social media are continuing to increase in popularity as a way for businesses to grow their customer acquisition, according to a new study.

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What to Do About the Surprise Risks of Social Media and Self-Service Tools

The Financial Brand

This article What to Do About the Surprise Risks of Social Media and Self-Service Tools appeared first on The Financial Brand. Social media and self-service money management tools played a role in two bank failures. Financial institutions should act on that insight.

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Paid social media’s place in your marketing strategy

Independent Banker

As social media platforms tinker with their algorithms, marketing experts say one trend is clear: Paid social campaigns are becoming increasingly necessary to cut through the noise and reach customers. Social media has made it easier for community banks to nurture connections with prospects, customers and the community.

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The priceless, timeless tool of old-school social media.

Long Lasting Ideas

Call it “old-school social media,” better known as the thank-you note. They may seem an antiquated notion in the age of social media. But the thank-you note is an important tool, not only in marketing, but it communicating appreciation to your team members. at Bank Marketing Strategy + Ideas.

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How to Write a Social Media Policy for Your Financial Institution

Long Lasting Ideas

The expansion of social media in the workplace and for personal use has made it vital for financial institutions to include a specific social media policy within its policies and procedures. 8 Steps to Create Your Social Media Policy. IBM Social Computing Guidelines. Social Media Policy Database.

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4 ways to track your bank’s marketing performance

Independent Banker

From mailers and e-newsletters to social media posts and events, there are countless ways to spread the word about your community bank and its offerings. But it doesn’t matter how spectacular your marketing campaign is if it’s not reaching the right people—or anyone, for that matter. Take advantage of free analytics tools.

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Top Social Media Trends to Pay Attention to for Financial Brands

Social Assurance

As financial marketers finalize their 2021 marketing plans, the focus for the the new year will center on executing new organizational goals, addressing changing consumer demands and behaviors and learning and experimenting with new marketing channels and tactics in evolving their marketing strategy. Facebook Pay.