Monitor social media and news for emerging issues

Social Media

Keeping an eye on social media and news helps catch problems early while building trust. It’s mostly free but needs constant attention, so it can be quite time-consuming.

Tools

Name Description Pricing Ease of Use
Sprinklr Sprinklr is a unified customer experience management platform designe…
Paid Only
Moderate
Talkwalker Talkwalker is a leading social listening and analytics platform desig…
Paid Only
Moderate
TrendSpottr TrendSpottr is a cutting-edge predictive analytics tool designed for …
Paid Only
Moderate
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Objectives

Name Description
Brand Awareness Brand awareness is the marketing objective of increasing a brand's vi…
Customer Satisfaction Customer Satisfaction as a marketing objective focuses on understandi…
Engagement Engagement in marketing refers to the interactions between a brand an…
Enhance Brand Reputation Enhancing brand reputation involves cultivating a favorable perceptio…
Trust and Loyalty Trust and loyalty are crucial marketing objectives that underpin long…

Demographics

Name Description
Entrepreneurs Entrepreneurs are typically characterized by their innovation, risk-t…
Gen Z Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, is a cohort characterized b…
Health and Fitness Enthusiasts Health and Fitness Enthusiasts are a vibrant demographic, defined by …
LGBTQ+ Community The LGBTQ+ community is a dynamic and diverse demographic group defin…
Millennials Millennials, or Generation Y, are individuals born between 1981 and 1…
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Promotes

Name Description
Brand Brand represents the unique identity of a business, encompassing its …
Cause Cause is an initiative that addresses social, environmental, or econo…
Event The 'Event' is a strategic platform that enables marketers to connect…
Service The 'Service' is an innovative solution tailored to address current c…

Sectors

Name Description
Communication The Communication sector encompasses a broad array of services and te…
Financial Services The Financial Services sector is a vital part of the global economy, …
Healthcare The Healthcare sector is a critical pillar of the global economy, enc…
Information Technology The Information Technology (IT) sector is integral to the global econ…
Insurance The Insurance sector is a critical part of the financial services ind…
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Strategy

Name Description
Crisis Management Strategies Handling a crisis involves quick, transparent communication to manage…
Customer Retention Strategies Keeping customers loyal involves personalized communication, rewards,…
Data-Driven Marketing Strategies Using data to guide marketing decisions helps target the right audien…
Digital Marketing Strategies Using online channels to reach customers can boost your visibility an…

Sub-strategy

Name Description
Crisis Communication Strategy Responding effectively to negative events to protect your brand's rep…
Reputation Management Strategy Monitoring and influencing how your brand is perceived online and off…
Customer Feedback Strategy Gathering and analyzing customer feedback to improve products, servic…
Customer Support Strategy Providing timely and effective assistance to customers through variou…
Big Data Analytics Strategy Using large amounts of data to understand customer behavior and impro…
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Technologies

Name Description
Social Media Management

Channel

Name Description
Social Media Social media platforms let you connect with your audience, share cont…

Sub-channel

Name Description
Community Relations Community Relations is all about building strong relationships with t…
Blogs Blogs are a versatile way to connect with your audience by sharing va…
Podcasts Podcasts have become a popular way to reach niche audiences with enga…
YouTube YouTube is an online platform where you can upload and view videos on…
Newsletters Newsletters are an effective way to keep your audience informed and e…
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Quick Facts

Channel

Social Media

Advertising Type

Social

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Estimated Cost

Medium

Time to Impact

Short (Weeks)

Tags

B2B
B2C

Pros

  • Real-time issue detection allows you to identify emerging problems or negative sentiments before they escalate.
  • Builds trust and loyalty with your audience as they see you actively engaging and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Enhances brand reputation by showing that you are proactive and care about your public image.
  • Cost-effective as it primarily requires time and effort rather than a significant financial investment.
  • Improves customer retention by quickly addressing pain points and preventing issues from affecting a larger portion of your audience.
  • Provides valuable insights into public opinion and emerging trends, helping you stay ahead of the curve.
  • Facilitates crisis management by allowing you to respond swiftly and effectively to any negative publicity.

Cons

  • Time-consuming as it requires constant monitoring and quick responses.
  • Potential for overwhelming volume of information making it hard to pinpoint critical issues.
  • 24/7 vigilance needed if your audience spans multiple time zones.
  • Requires skilled personnel to effectively analyze and respond to the data collected.
  • Potential for human error in misinterpreting data or missing key issues.
  • Can be stressful due to the necessity for rapid response times and continuous vigilance.
  • Not directly revenue-generating but rather a preventive measure to protect and enhance reputation.