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APRIL 13, 2023

Nothing says anyone can become a social media manager like Buffer’s resident music major turned SMM, Mitra Mehvar. Here’s everything you need to know about how to become a social media manager. As Mitra says, “I feel like a lot of people don't get how hard of a job it is to be a social media manager.

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JANUARY 18, 2024

  While actively hunting for my new role in early 2023, I took advantage of the free trial of LinkedIn Premium, then extended it for another few months.   But, after nabbing my dream role at Buffer , my goals on LinkedIn shifted.    LinkedIn Premium pricing  How much does LinkedIn Premium cost?

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

On the hunt for guidance about how to build a career as a social media executive, I interviewed all three. The March 2023 CMO Survey revealed companies spend 17 percent of their marketing budget on social media. “How is social media driving the bottom line, increasing revenue, or nurturing leads? percent in five years.

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JUNE 29, 2023

In this article, Stew shares how he views and uses AI to augment his creativity, practical advice for creators navigating the digital world, and his approach to building an audience. With Type, Stew aims to change the narrative around AI, shifting from the fear of replacement to the excitement of augmentation.

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APRIL 10, 2024

Fast-forward a decade, and the landscape of creator monetization has changed completely. Fast-forward a decade, and the landscape of creator monetization has changed completely. Gabby makes hundreds of thousands of dollars from her content, netting nearly $300,000 in 2023. Let’s get into it.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

I’ve been invited to speak on hundreds of podcasts and written for some of the most prestigious websites in business and marketing, like Buffer, HubSpot, Nasdaq, Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, NBC, and more. Having a strong LinkedIn game is no longer an option. What’s the true ROI?

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JANUARY 31, 2023

Do you have any tips on how I can drive up awareness and get more people to subscribe? As a bonus, we’ll provide a glimpse into our social media newsletter here at Buffer and take a look at how we recently revamped it. Newsletters have made quite the comeback.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

I’ve been invited to speak on hundreds of podcasts and written for some of the most prestigious websites in business and marketing, like Buffer, HubSpot, Nasdaq, Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, NBC, and more. Having a strong LinkedIn game is no longer an option. What’s the true ROI?

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JANUARY 25, 2024

Buffer has been in business for 13 years now, and we’ve had transparent salaries for 10 of those. This means that for over a decade, all Buffer salaries have been publicly viewable, and we’ve shared our approach to salaries and the formula we based them upon openly.

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JANUARY 25, 2024

Buffer has been in business for 13 years now, and we’ve had transparent salaries for 10 of those. This means that for over a decade, all Buffer salaries have been publicly viewable, and we’ve shared our approach to salaries and the formula we based them upon openly.

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DECEMBER 21, 2022

It’s the end of the year, which means it’s time to reflect on all the work you’ve done in 2022 and decide if you should make any changes going into the new year. I’m Mitra , the social media manager here at Buffer, and this is my first blog post! — Buffer (@buffer) October 9, 2022.

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APRIL 18, 2024

  This may all change when (or if) TikTok rolls out TikTok Notes to the rest of the world — so do take this all with a grain of salt — but here’s everything we’ve uncovered so far.  TikTok Notes , a direct rival to Instagram’s original offering, is now available to download in specific regions.

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DECEMBER 4, 2023

I’ll walk you through the benefits of having a social media calendar and exactly how to create your own calendar using Buffer. Thanks to Buffer’s mobile app, you can check or amend your calendar on the go. If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. As a super Type-A person, that’s a favorite expression of mine.

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OCTOBER 4, 2023

I love learning new things on LinkedIn — it’s been an incredible resource for me after pivoting from journalism to marketing back in 2021. I reached out to some of my favorite LinkedIn creators for their number-one, game-changing tip on personal branding. There are a couple of reasons.

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

We have a thorough guide on how to get verified on Instagram (including the non-paid route), so I’ll give you a high-level overview here.    How to subscribe to Meta Verified The process of signing up is pretty straightforward. Here’s how I use Buffer to create my social media content calendar. 

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

In this article, I’ll dig into exactly how to source the best audio clips for your TikToks while they’re still popular, plus give you some examples of TikTok sounds with staying power: a selection of the best clips of 2023. Here’s how to do it.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2024

And while there are plenty of things that shouldn’t surprise you — especially if you’re familiar with how the Instagram algorithm works — there are some new and innovative ways Meta is creating a unique experience for users.     ⚡ Coming soon: Buffer X Threads.

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JANUARY 9, 2024

Whether it’s hopping on a meme-worthy moment like Dunkin’ Donuts did with Ben Affleck’s seemingly tiresome Grammy’s experience or a subtle nod to the red carpet like Fenty Beauty in 2023, all of the major awards shows are worth following (on social that is).  Happy birthday 'leaplings'!

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

In this article, I’ll dig into exactly how to source the best audio clips for your TikToks while they’re still popular, plus give you some examples of TikTok sounds with staying power: a selection of the best clips of 2023. Here’s how to do it.

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JANUARY 16, 2023

While it’s important to post content revolving around your business’s products and services, it can also be fun to change things up and post about other topics as well. We hope this list helps you flesh out your social media calendar for 2023. March 17: St. June 28 - 29: Eid Al Adha July July 4: Independence Day (U.S)

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JANUARY 9, 2024

Whether it’s hopping on a meme-worthy moment like Dunkin’ Donuts did with Ben Affleck’s seemingly tiresome Grammy’s experience or a subtle nod to the red carpet like Fenty Beauty in 2023, all of the major awards shows are worth following (on social that is).  Happy birthday 'leaplings'!

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FEBRUARY 7, 2024

A lot is changing on Twit— sorry, X these days.   There are more significant changes on the horizon, too. ” So there’s no doubt that X, the platform once known as Twitter, is evolving — but the way to grow and engage your following on the platform hasn’t changed all that much.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

If you look up Matt Ragland ’s name in the Buffer blog search bar, you’ll come across this article from over a decade ago – when Matt still referred to himself as an “aspiring blogger.” How Matt uses the ICE framework to create content How do you consistently discover ideas and produce content?

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