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15 social media and technology trends for 2015

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Be fun but be professional when using Social Media. But it is still worth reiterating every year that social media should be used responsibly, especially as more and more people are using the various platforms. This is an oldie but a goldie and it is still going to be the top tip for all social media users in 2015.

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Which events should your boss attend in 2014?

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These will allow you to suggest which events your boss should attend in 2014. . Too many events still promote and engage only through the written word. The cutting edge events will use pictures and videos to promote the event and engage the audience. Social Media to amplify content. Not all events are the same.

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Why Supporting Small Businesses This Holiday Season Is More Urgent Than Ever

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You can also search the hashtag #localbusiness on social media to find locally owned and operated shops near you, use Google or read on for some suggestions of small businesses, all with fewer than 40 employees, that offer some amazing products shipped nationwide. And thus in 2014, mumi was formed. Photo by @maximova.ta/Twenty20.

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Love Your Career

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Myth: If I just get that degree, promotion and raises are mine. To participate you must do one or more of the following (the more you do, the more chances you have of winning): Share this post on as many social media platforms as you can using the share buttons below. 2014 Conference On Demand ­– 2.

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How to Boost Online Sales

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Social proof: To build rapport with new customers , establish that you are trustworthy. Prominently display testimonials from happy customers, praise from experts in your industry, press mentions, social media followings (such as the number of Twitter followers) or awards. Then listen. Photo by CrispyPork/Shutterstock.

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A day in the life: Matthew Want, PA, Marcham Publishing

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For any of us that have heard Lucy speak, we will know that Matthew is the person that keeps the wheels rolling at Executive Secretary Magazine while Lucy travels around the world promoting the industry. Website maintenance, organising marketing emails and social media posts using mail chimp and Hootsuite.

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Survey: Most Business Owners Remain Optimistic in California

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About 60 percent use social media and Web marketing to promote their business, and many business owners believe their products and services will see growing demand. Nearly 38 percent of small business owners want to conduct international sales efforts, while 53 percent want to hire new employees in 2014.

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