Hashtags have been a cornerstone of social media marketing for over a decade, but in 2026, their role is rapidly evolving. With major platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, and X (formerly Twitter) shifting away from traditional hashtag strategies, many marketers are left wondering—are hashtags still worth...
What is “work about work,” and why does it cause marketer burnout? “Work about work” refers to administrative, low-value tasks—status emails, meeting scheduling, manual reporting—that keep social teams busy but not productive. The average marketer spends 58–62 % of their week on this busywork (Asana 2024)....
Ignite Social Media’s 2024 Social Media Trends survey shows 53 % of marketers report no change in staffing needs due to AI, while just 5% need “significantly more” resources. Below, we answer the exact questions social media pros ask AI models when shaping strategy, backed...
Using AI sounds super exciting, but the truth is it’s not. 🫣The Reality of AI in Social Media Marketing: Hype vs. Practical UseA lot of us see global brands investing a ton of money in specific AI efforts and initiatives. Coca-Cola pairing up with WPP...
In the inaugural Ignite Social Media Trends Survey, we asked social media marketers their perspectives on varying topics. Some of the most interesting questions centered around whether these social media pros are happy with their careers in social media and if they felt like their...
If you’ve been keeping up with our blog, you’ll know we recently conducted our first-ever “Ignite Social Media Trends Survey.” From that survey we learned what social media marketers have been struggling with. In the graph below you’ll see the top challenges social media marketers...
Emojis make up a large portion of our digital communication, and using the right ones can take social copy to the next level.However, some emojis have also taken on dual meanings beyond their literal image- -these meanings can also vary among different generations and groups...
It’s that time of year when marketing planning heats up right alongside the summer weather. For many brands, this means gearing up for an agency review—especially if you’re planning to level up your social media marketing strategy for the coming year.Things feel different this year,...
In today's fast-paced digital landscape, social media has become a battleground for brands. Reactive social media strategy, the art of responding quickly and effectively to real-time events and conversations, can make or break a brand's reputation. At Ignite Social Media, we understand the importance of...
Whether you're team ice cream cone or devoted to the pint, there's no denying that ice cream is a summertime staple. As the temperatures rise, so does the competition among the top ice cream brands as they battle it out for those sweet, sweet social...
https://youtu.be/sUWR69UiJGILiquid Death, the canned water brand taking the beverage industry by storm, has captured attention through brilliantly bizarre and entertaining social media marketing. The company's founders understood one critical truth - in a saturated marketplace, simply launching a new product is not enough to get...
In the fast-paced world of social media marketing, staying current with trends and terminology is critical for brands and marketers. Understanding the buzzwords shaping the industry in 2024 helps teams create effective strategies, measure success, and engage audiences authentically. Below are 30 essential social media marketing...