How I Got A Custom Facebook Page Done in Less than 3 Days
May 4, 2010 by Travis Campbell · View Comments
With the introduction of social widgets, and the paradigm shift that Facebook has made with business pages, I knew it was time to take the Facebook page to the next level. I turned to Fan Page Solutions, and wanted to share my experience with you here. In this review I discuss the custom welcome page with video opt in, the bundles they offer, their bonuses, the order process, and the one thing you need to be aware of if you are going to have a custom fan page built. Read more
3 Reasons to Like the New Facebook Like Button
It was done. The fan page is updated for the site, users are presented with a custom screen, including a video, an opportunity to opt in and join the site, as well as “Become a Fan” with a simple click of a button. Facebook is now positioned as a list building tool through the customized fan page (thanks to Andre). It was time to get serious about promoting it. Welcome to Monday morning. After putting it out there for feedback on Google Buzz, my friend Lori informed me that Facebook replaced the “Become a Fan” button with a “Like” button. Initial reaction, bummer! After mulling it over and chatting with some friends, there are three good reasons to “like” this latest move by Facebook. Read more
Mari Smith Talks iPad & Social Media Marketing Tips
While at a recent social media meetup I connected with Mari Smith, a relationship marketing specialist. She was kind enough to sit down in front of the camera as we discussed several things, including:
o Thoughts on the latest Apple iPad
o Her philosophy for engaging the market in social media (very different from successful internet marketers).
o The 80/20 rule …and more
The video is below.
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How to Advertise on Facebook in 10 Minutes or Less
Pay Per Click advertising is the quickest way I know of to get traffic, and test a product idea, conversion page, or just get market feedback. Earlier this week, there was a question posed asking you for feedback on your experience advertising on Facebook. In this post, we’ll discuss how you can get you first ad campaign up in (about) 10 minutes or less. Read more
What’s Your Experience with Facebook Advertising?
Some social media and internet marketing topics on the web get a ton of buzz, Facebook advertising isn’t one of them.
I did a search on the topic, and I think I can still hear the echoes on my computer from the search engines.
In reviewing the Facebook stats page, there are over 350 million users, and 50% of active users log on in any given day. Fan pages alone have created over 5 billion fans. Read more
Facebook Developments from Around The Web
There have been some interesting updates pertaining to Facebook recently. They have become profitable (early), which is quite a feat given the current global economy, there are new enhancements with free desktop apps now interfacing with Facebook Fan pages, and other tidbits. This post captures some of this information from around the web for convenience to MarketingProfessor.com readers. What’s next? Who knows? Perhaps you have some ideas? Feel free to chime in with your comments below. What will Facebook do before 2009 is over? Read more
3 Reasons It’s Time for a Facebook Fan Page
As online marketers use social media to connect with their market, and social marketing moves more mainstream, there seems to be endless ways for companies and individuals to extend their brand, and reach. When it comes to Facebook, one must ask the question; is it time to have a Facebook Fan page? I this post, I’ll discuss 3 reasons a Facebook fan page might be appropriate for you. Read more
Facebook Marketing Strategy for Business, 5 Useful Applications
It’s no secret that online social networking (done well) is a great way to market your business. Social network applications can make that even easier. Applications are used to enhance the experience for users (ever watched a video on Facebook?). They are also useful to developers, providing them with valuable information from users in exchange for installing the application. This post covers 5 Facebook applications to consider for your business with your Facebook Marketing Strategy in mind. Read more
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Hi, my name is Travis Campbell, I operate this site. I'm here to share what I can from my lessons marketing online. With sizeable investments in continuing education, various software products and services, I have had some winners, and some losers. One way I can extend what I've learned is by writing about it, here... and helping you along the way.
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