What I learned on Facebook Advertising

As some of you may know, I have a small craft business named Benalily Designs.  The primary purpose of Benalily Designs is to provide an outlet for my passion for jewelry making.  It also provides, however, a useful testing ground for some of the techniques and...

"Flag Hair Lady" and the Power of the Second Screen

One of the latest buzzwords floating around online marketing world is the term “second screen engagement” to refer to the fact that more and more people are paying attention to two (or more) screens simultaneously.  For instance, they are playing around on their...

Why No One “Likes” You Anymore (on Facebook)

Think back. When you were a kindergartener, all you had to do to make a new friend was to proclaim yourself “friends” and, barring any unexpected turns such as the new friend breaking your favorite crayon, you and your newfound buddy could be fairly sure you’d be...

Market Like a Rock Star

If you still think that social media can’t really get your brand attention, I have a story for you. Over the weekend I tapped into my music-loving side (I do live in Seattle after all!) and went to a concern put on by Train. Train is known for its energetic concerts...