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15 Uncomfortable Things That Will Make You More Successful
In a truly beautiful letter to his daughter Yolande, Sociologist W.E.B. Du Bois extolled the virtues of being uncomfortable. Yolande was headed to a new school halfway around the world from the neighborhood and people she knew. It was years before women had the right to vote, and decades before the Civil Rights Movement. Du Bois knew sheContinue Reading
6 Digital Storytelling Lessons from Pottermore
As technology continues to lower the cost of content production, today’s end user is asked to digest more stories than ever before — in conversation, in written text, at the movies, in advertisements, and even through web design. With so much to absorb, it’s essential for digital marketers to differentiateContinue Reading
May Social Media News: The Fight Over the Disappearing Message Continues
In life, there are a few certainties: death, taxes, and Facebook. This month, we’ve seen the competition continue to heat up between Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat over how to create the most engaging and marketable disappearing message. Instagram and Snapchat continue to innovate — and copy each other — toContinue Reading
14 of the Best Snapchats to Follow for Inspiration
It used to be that Snapchat was seen as a platform geared mostly toward teens and pre-teens. But over the last several years, Snapchat has added features and made changes that have helped to move it into a much broader space. No longer is it a niche photo-messaging service — it’s becomeContinue Reading
From the Phonograph to Spotify: The History of Streaming Music
Introducing “Posts as a Podcast”: Explore something new on your daily commute, at the gym, or from the comfort of your desk. We’re turning our favorite posts into bite-sized podcasts for your listening pleasure. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and let us tell you a story. OnceContinue Reading
30 Secret Santa Gift Ideas Your Coworkers Will Love
They see you when you’re slacking. They know when you come in late. They know if you’ve been bad or good so be good for your work’s Secret Santa exchange.
But that’s not how the song — or the Secret Santa exchange — really goes …
How to Experiment With Controversial Content (Without Alienating People)
Content marketing continues to dominate as a key component of a successful marketing strategy, but to see strong results, you need to regularly produce content — specifically content with a high-viral potential.
Most marketers would argue that no one can predict whether or not something will go viral, but a lot of these same individuals simply aren’t satisfied with run-of-the-mill results.
The Evolution of Virtual Reality [Infographic]
Imagine being able to transport yourself to a completely different place — an idyllic beach paradise, a front row seat at a Paul McCartney concert, an unexplored planet — with the click of a button? Thanks to technological advancements in the world of virtual reality (VR), these immersive experiences define just a small taste of what’s possible.
NASA defines VR as “the use of computer technology to create the effect of an interactive three-dimensional world in which the objects have a sense of spatial presence.”
A Workaholic’s Guide to Relaxing on Vacation [Infographic]
There’s a big difference between having a strong work ethic and being a workaholic.
When you have a strong work ethic, it means you have a strong sense of responsibility, you put in your best effort, and you care about the quality of your work — but you also cut yourself a break every once in a while to recharge.
The Role of Emotions in Shareable Content: An Analysis of 100 Viral Reddit Images
These days, we’re inundated with digital noise from the moment we wake up. Once we silence the alarm on our phone, we’ll spend the next few minutes on various apps and sites, dodging unwanted ads and unappealing headlines along the way.
However, you’ll find that some posts are simply unavoidable — who could forget “The Dress” debate of 2015?
15 Hidden Snapchat Hacks & Features You’ll Wish You Knew About Sooner
Snapchat, the one-to-one messaging app with more than 150 million daily active users, has earned a reputation for fast growth and innovation.
But despite its success, it isn’t the most user-friendly app I’ve ever played around with. Many of its best features are so buried within the app that a lot of people don’t even know they exist. In March 2016, Snapchat added even more features in their release of a new version, and some of these features have totally reshaped how people use the app in the first place.
48 Instagram Stats That’ll Help You Improve Your Posting Strategy
With over 400 million active users, brands are quickly recognizing the need to have a presence on Instagram.
But, as with any social network, the brands that are getting the most out of Instagram are the ones who are smart about what they post, when they post, how often they post, and whom they’re targeting.