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For Facebook, Video is King

December 2, 2016 jonzmikly Leave a comment Social Media

You may think your creative status updates, beautiful images or relevant links are getting you far on social media, but on Facebook, nothing compares to native video content. With recent updates to its app, Facebook Live and its newsfeed algorithm, Facebook CEO and creator Mark Zuckerberg is moving fast on his prediction that it won’t […]

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A Few Content-Creating Cyber Monday Deals to Consider

November 27, 2016 jonzmikly Leave a comment Tech

If your turkey hangover caused you to miss out on Black Friday, never fear; Cyber Monday is only one day away, and retailers are ready with some crazy online bargains. From TVs to mobile devices, check out this list of digital deals that will help you get a head start, crossing some items off your […]

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22 Content-Creating Holiday Gift Ideas You Can’t Overlook

November 23, 2016 jonzmikly Leave a comment Tech

With only a few weeks left before the winter holidays, online stores and businesses are gearing up for one of the biggest sales seasons of the year. And this year, there are a ton of new products for you and the gadget-loving geeks in your life to get excited about. From robots to drones, check […]

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World Television Day: The 14 Most Awkward Moments in Television History

November 21, 2016 jonzmikly Leave a comment News

Television has undoubtedly had a massive impact on our society and culture. By bringing the art of visual storytelling into the homes of millions, the telecommunications industry has both educated and entertained our world since its inception, and its effects still permeate our culture today. It’s no wonder that in 1997, the United Nations General […]

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The “Secret Sauce” of Twitter Analytics

November 18, 2016 jonzmikly Leave a comment Social Media

When it comes to your online presence, Twitter can be one of the most effective ways to reach your communities and audiences. With a focus on news and information, this 140-character platform has the potential to build a strong, loyal following. But most of the time, businesses, organizations and individuals fail to build a strategy […]

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The 7 Best Mobile Video Editors

November 16, 2016 jonzmikly Leave a comment Tech

In today’s digital environment, nothing tells a story quite like video. Whether it’s a promotional video for your new business or a journalistic interview about the recent elections, the motion picture provides a sense of place and gives personality to a story like no other medium. However, not everyone has the time or expertise to […]

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Facebook’s Justin Johnson Shares 6 Ways to Spruce Up Your Facebook Presence

November 14, 2016 jonzmikly Leave a comment Social Media

With over 1.79 billion monthly active users, Facebook has led the charge in defining social media for our time. As the most popular social media site in America, the site has become our go-to news source for your co-worker’s new Pug, or catching up on your aunt’s latest vacation photos. But as more and more […]

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Seek and You Shall Find: The Importance of Optimizing Your Website for Search

November 9, 2016 jonzmikly Leave a comment Tech

Have you ever really thought about what happens every time you search the web? I mean, really thought about it? Web searching is one of those simple things we do every day but never take the time to consider how magical and complex it really is. Whether you’re turning to Google to find out why […]

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The Cord-Cutter’s Guide to Election Coverage

November 8, 2016 jonzmikly Leave a comment News

Election Day is finally here, and America is bracing itself for the final outcome of one of the most heated, gripping and downright surprising Presidential races in recent history. With all its unforeseen twists and turns, each campaign has been on a rigorous journey — all coming to a head today. The debates are over. […]

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Tech Review: The Innovative Ricoh Theta S 360° Camera

November 4, 2016 jonzmikly Leave a comment Tech

Immersive storytelling is one of the newest and most exciting innovations in media today. Whether it’s a virtual trip to another planet from a headset or an augmented reality game from your Smartphone to catch ’em all, advances in technology are now giving storytellers and media professionals the power to give their projects and topics […]

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