Proof that #Hashtags Work to Drive Engagement on Twitter and Instagram
1 week ago
by Greg Beazley
in Marketing
I have to say, I was always somewhat of a skeptic when it came to using hashtags in social media. Not because I didn’t understand what they were used for, but more because I couldn’t see myself following a hashtag (or category) of interest when I already follow 333 users on Twitter and 60 users on [...]
“All homeless people are drunks and junkies” :: Sydney Homeless Connect 2013
1 week ago
“All homeless people are drunks and junkies”
I’ve volunteered at a homeless shelter before (at Teresa House in Redfern). Not just to give back to the community, but for the purpose to understand and gain greater respect for the people who have been through tough situations that has led them to [...]
When Is The Best Time To Send Email Campaigns? [INFOGRAPHIC]
2 weeks ago
by Greg Beazley
in Marketing
For those email marketers out there, do you know when is the best time to send an email campaign?
Yes/No?
Have you ever tested it? Have you even thought about it or just heard through the industry best practice grape-vine that sending on a Tuesday or a Thursday generally gets better results? I [...]
The Marketing Agency Of The Future
2 weeks ago
Traditional Marketing Agencies, in this day and age, are fast becoming obsolete. This is fundamentally due to the digitalised and connected age we live in placing a far greater emphasis on the importance of collecting customer data to gain true insight and marketing intelligence.
As customers [...]
10 Tech Basics You Think Everybody Knows (But They Don’t)
3 weeks ago
As tech columnist, David Pogue suggests, everything risky in society requires a license: learning to drive, owning a gun, and getting married
Everything’s risky. EXCEPT technology. There’s no basic course to pass “technology”.
In comes David Pogue to save the day, with his witty attempt at [...]
10 Tips For Businesses New To Twitter
3 weeks ago
by Greg Beazley
in Marketing
It’s hard to believe, but Twitter has been around for seven years now. Where has the time gone? Did you ever think a social network based on 140 character status updates would be so popular after all this time?
Twitter has stood the test of time, and it has become a leading social network that [...]
The World’s Most Ridiculously Photogenic Squirrel…
1 month ago
Before you admire the cute photo below, I’d like to challenge you to take a moment before you start your day and answer / do the following:
What are 10 things that you are grateful for?
How will you make a difference in someone’s life today?
Make someone smile.
Stop. Meditate. And [...]
How To Create A Killer Like James Bond
1 month ago
Strange title for a blog post, I know. But killing someone is not something the vast majority of people would ever do or even consider.
Naturally, you would think that it would be simply impossible for someone to convince you to kill someone. If in any case it is possible, then perhaps it would [...]
The Beach Boys Cover-Up Of “I Get Around” Revealed [VIDEO]
1 month ago
by Greg Beazley
in Fun
Without saying too much, the YouTube user G2020202020 couldn’t have said it better…
Just watch it and enjoy!!
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1 Thing You Probably Didn’t Know About Google Image Search
1 month ago
I’m sure you have used Google’s Image search before, but there is one feature the service offers that is not very obvious, yet very useful and one that I think you’ll start using more and more.
When I discovered this, it was very much a “Wooaaah, coool!” moment.
What is it?
It’s called Search by [...]
The Craziest Drum Solo You’ve Ever Seen? [VIDEO]
1 month ago
by Greg Beazley
in Fun
If this isn’t the craziest drumming you’ve ever seen, then please prove me wrong!
I’m a massive fan of Jose Pasillas, the drummer from Incubus, but I’m telling you, this drum solo beats anything compared to what Jose can pull off. Even compared to Dave Grohl, this guy kicks butt! Now that’s a big [...]
Smart Marketing Ideas For Businesses Without A Budget
1 month ago
by Greg Beazley
in Marketing
A friend of mine recently started a custom printed blinds business. Since he’s only been in business for less than a year, understandably, it’s taking a while to gain momentum and make sales.
He approached me for some marketing guidance, with the brief:
“I don’t have a budget to spend, but [...]
The Easy Social Media Sizing Cheat Sheet [Infographic]
1 month ago
by Greg Beazley
in Marketing
For a quick reference to a media sizing sheet for the most popular social networks out there, use this easy infographic guide below, created by Lunametrics. Some of the items are slightly out of date, but Lunametrics aims to update the graphic frequently. When they do, the infographic below will [...]
The Importance Of Your Online Reputation
1 month ago
by Greg Beazley
in Marketing
How important is your reputation?
When you shop on eBay for example, how much more likely are you willing to purchase from someone with a 99% buyer rating versus 50%?
My guess is that most people inherently prefer to deal with people with a better reputation, every time.
I would say reputation is [...]
25 Case Studies Using Twitter to Increase Business and Sales
1 month ago
by Greg Beazley
in Marketing
See on Scoop.it – Greg Beazley
GregBeazley‘s insight:
If you ever wanted to know whether any business has been successful on Twitter, then here is three out of what is a comprehensive list of case studies that will help prove that success is achievable. Click here for the full list of Case [...]
Instagrams Of San Francisco & New York City [Gallery]
1 month ago
by Greg Beazley
in Fun
I recently had the pleasure to visit and explore two beautiful cities of America; San Francisco and New York.
During the trip I tried out my amateur photography skills and captured the sights on my iPhone and posted to Instagram, for the world to see.
And here they are…
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MacKenzies Beach Clean-Up :: Surfrider Australia Eastern Beaches
3 months ago
by Greg Beazley
in Philanthropy
Today, Ryan Pawell and I held our first event as founders of Surfrider Australia Eastern Beaches branch. We were supported by some other volunteers/friends embarking on a clean-up of MacKenzies Beach, as our effort in the rise above plastics. MacKenzies Beach is situated between Bondi Beach and [...]
How To Create A Vision Board Using Online Tools
4 months ago
by Greg Beazley
in Inspiration
“A Vision Board is a collage of images, pictures and affirmations of your dreams and desires. It can also be called a dream board, treasure map or vision map. Vision Boards are a great way to make you feel positive, and are helpful if you are using the law of attraction.” — wikiHow
But before [...]
How Doing Nothing For 10 Minutes Could Change Your Life
5 months ago
by Greg Beazley
in Inspiration
The world is an incredibly busy place. Our minds are always on the go and if we’re not doing something, we’re often thinking about something else and preparing ourselves for what’s next.
So with that in mind, can you remember when is the last time you did absolutely nothing for 10 whole minutes? [...]
