National Institute for Social Media

Navigating professional conferences can be particularly challenging for introverts. In her latest blog, Sue Serna, SMS provides thoughtful advice to help you thrive, from setting realistic goals to taking essential breaks. #Introvert #Networking #Conference

As a Social Media Project Manager, it is easy and convenient to take your team’s strengths at face value. While a good leader delegates, a great leader will pay attention to team members to unearth hidden strengths. These “diamond in the rough” traits are what take projects to the next level of success. If you would like to learn more about guiding your team as a Project Manager, there’s plenty to discover in our exam materials: https://buff.ly/3AtjdFi #NISM #ProjectManager #SocialMediaStrategy

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello and supported Sue Serna, SMS, and Jennifer Radke at Digital Summit Series Minneapolis! Both Sue and Jen had a fantastic time meeting so many members of the NISM community—whether you’ve attended our webinars, taken advantage of our free resources, or are on your way to getting certified. It was a pleasure connecting with you in person! If we missed you at the summit, feel free to say hello now! 👋 And let us know in the comments which conference you’re planning to attend next—we’d love to reconnect with you there. #MarketingConference #DigitalSummit #Networking #ThoughtLeadership

🔍 Ever heard of black hat marketing? It’s not as cool as it sounds! In his latest blog post, NISM summer intern Sam Cuellar dives into the world of unethical marketing tactics that promise quick wins but often lead to long-term failures. Curious about how to steer clear of these pitfalls to maintain an ethical marketing strategy? Check out Sam’s insightful blog: https://buff.ly/46QtHKV #NISM #BlackHatMarketing

🌐✨ Happy Internet Self-Care Day! ✨🌐 In today’s digital age, it’s crucial to maintain a healthy and mindful relationship with social media. To support you in creating a positive online experience, we’re excited to offer a free recorded webinar: “Taking Control of Social Happiness”. Take a moment to focus on your social media self-care today: https://buff.ly/2qnYAGu #NISM #InternetSelfCareDay #SelfCare #SocialMediaWellbeing

By defining your mission, vision, and goals, you create a strategic framework that guides your organization’s actions, aligns your team, and drives long-term success.💫 Don't underestimate the impact of a well-defined strategic framework - it sets the foundation for achieving your goals and propels your organization toward success. Let's make strategic planning a priority and watch our businesses soar! Check out this blog written by one of our talented summer interns, Taylor Munghia: https://buff.ly/3WRb6Kf #Mission #Vision #Values #StrategicPlanning #Growth #Leadership

Huge congratulations to Natalie Despot Belmonte on becoming a Certified Social Media Strategist! 🌟 Reflecting on her journey, Natalie said, “I’m grateful for this learning experience and the real-world results it enabled me to achieve.” We're excited to see how you’ll continue to shine in the field, Natalie! #Certified #Congrats #NISM #SocialMediaStrategist

Looking to start freelancing? It's YOUR time to shine! ✨⏱ This 10-hour coaching program with Magdalena Schürmann, SMS will help you take the first steps into your own freelancing business. Eight hours of group coaching will allow you to learn from others, work in an international setting, and stay flexible. Two hours of one-on-one coaching will allow you to hone in your finishing touches and address any outstanding questions. Class begins Monday, October 14th, 2024, so register today. #Freelancing #Coaching #ProfessionalDevelopment

If you’ve been following us for a while, you’ve probably heard us mention the importance of an action plan. But how do you make one? Action plans are driven by overarching goals, completable tasks, and KPIs. When forming your plan, don’t forget to address what resources are available and what timeframe you need to work under. Finally, the most successful projects are led by winning teams, so make sure you can count on your team members along the way. Want to learn more about project management? Check out our exam materials: https://buff.ly/4fCNrWg #ActionPlan #KPIs #ProjectManagement

📢 Attention higher education professionals in marketing and communications! Don't miss out on HashtagHigherEd US, a fantastic conference for sharing best practices and strategies to amplify your institution's identity in a digital-first world. Join us on September 10-11, 2024, in Pittsburgh, PA, for engaging conversations led by industry experts, including our very own CEO, Jennifer Radke. As event partners, we're excited to offer a 30% discount with code NISM30. Get your tickets now through our link: https://buff.ly/3yxvt75 #HigherEd #Marketing #Communications #NISM #HashtagHigherEdUS #timeshighereducation