Social Pinpoint

APRIL 25, 2023

Are you taking advantage of social media to promote your online community engagement efforts? From keeping your community informed on your newest projects, promoting opportunities to participate, or closing the loop – social media can be incredibly helpful. What is Social Media Engagement?

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Super Library Marketing

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Photo courtesy of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library This is the first in the 2024 series of social media guides for libraries. Facebook for libraries Once again, Facebook remains the single most popular social media platform for libraries. These engagement statistics come from Hubspot and SocialPilot.

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GovLoop

APRIL 16, 2024

Take a look at the National Park Service’s main site for National Park Week events , kicking off with waived entrance fees on Saturday, April 20. The nine-day lineup includes days for volunteering, getting to know parks staff, events for kids, and more. Use the hashtag #NationalParkWeek to celebrate on social media.

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Social Pinpoint

MAY 10, 2023

With interactive and visual content being consistently preferred over traditional, text-based, or static media, it is no surprise that video content should be prioritized. According to a study republished by Forbes , “91% of consumers now prefer visual content over traditional, text-based or static media.”

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Super Library Marketing

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Photo courtesy of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library This is the fifth installment in the 2024 series of social media guides for libraries. LinkedIn is my favorite social media platform, personally and professionally. But I am here to tell you that audiences on LinkedIn are engaged and active.

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Super Library Marketing

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library This is the second in the 2024 series of social media guides for libraries. Instagram for libraries Instagram is the second most popular social media platform for library marketing. These engagement stats come from SocialPilot. percent engagement rate.

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GovLoop

OCTOBER 30, 2024

For example, its Bureau of Global Public Affairs now uses an AI-based program called Northstar to continuously assess the department’s social media footprint. Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed Northstar as part of a presentation at a June 2024 event , where he talked about AI with Chief Data and AI Officer Matthew Graviss.

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Super Library Marketing

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

One of the best ways to find your library marketing soulmates… the ones who will nod sympathetically when you talk about how hard it is to get engagement on your social media posts or how your co-workers expect you to make a flyer for every single program is at a conference.

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Super Library Marketing

MARCH 25, 2024

Much of our marketing is focused on promoting our public events,” explains Lili. “We As an independent library that is free and open to the public, of course, our overarching goal is to get people in the doors, engaging with the collection, learning, reading, and discussing,” says Lili. It also offers programs and exhibits.

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A Library Writer's Blog

JUNE 24, 2022

The IFLA Local History and Genealogy Section of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) invites proposals for papers highlighting innovative local history and genealogy projects and activities developed via social media channels. This event will be held online on August 23 at 16.00

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Super Library Marketing

AUGUST 22, 2022

But in my work with libraries, I try to pay attention to engagement rates and post length. But you can do two other things to improve your library’s Twitter engagement. Include rich media in your post, like photos, graphics, and video. There are other caption tricks that help with Instagram post engagement.

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Super Library Marketing

JANUARY 16, 2023

“Additionally, Instagram is where the majority of NKU’s other social media accounts are the most active.”. We tag and share each other’s posts on stories, increasing the visibility across the campus of NKU’s services, resources, and events. Stego is the library’s beloved unofficial mascot,” explained Julia.

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zencity

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Social media has the power to positively impact civic engagement. It is an opportunity for local governments to increase engagement, to get more equitable community feedback and reach more residents, and to help build trust with the community by more easily meeting them where they are. What is digital civic engagement?

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Super Library Marketing

MAY 8, 2023

It’s likely your news and social media feeds have been filled with chatter about Chat Generated Paragraph Techniques or ChatGPT. Next, I asked ChatGPT to give me a social media post that would convince teenagers to participate in my library’s summer reading program. Hang on to your hats, folks.

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Super Library Marketing

OCTOBER 30, 2023

My ultimate goal was to get where I am today!” Jamie does much of the same work as many of my readers: producing flyers, sending emails, and working on social media posts. Washoe County Library held several more Drag Story Hour events. Unfortunately, she’s also had to become skilled at handling backlash.

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Super Library Marketing

MARCH 11, 2024

I typically write formal press releases for big series, special events, and major announcements,” explains Leslie. But for this branch-specific engagement program, I thought an informal email might be more personal and effective.” “I Leslie also has some excellent strategies for managing what gets covered by local media. “We

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Super Library Marketing

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

We must make print collateral, send emails, schedule social media posts, attend meetings, make press releases, do outreach events, and then attend more meetings. Difficulty getting people to take an action, like place a hold or register for a program after they engage with marketing. Library marketers need time to think.

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Super Library Marketing

JANUARY 30, 2023

The cost is about $500 to air the storytime, but the station helps promote the special through free commercials and placement on the website and social media. In addition to promotion on the radio, CADL began working with a local TV station WILX TV-10 to promote their reindeer visits and other holiday events. “In

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Super Library Marketing

JANUARY 9, 2023

Social media: two days after posting. Print flyers and bookmarks promoting events: As soon as the event happens, record attendance and how attendees found out about the event. Social media reach and impressions. They also give you a good picture of the overall engagement of your social media content.

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Super Library Marketing

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Values community engagement and local events. Media Consumption Relies on traditional media like newspapers and local community bulletins. Limited online presence and social media usage. Networking events to connect with local entrepreneurs and mentors. Appreciates the arts and cultural activities.

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Super Library Marketing

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Two Key Areas of Marketing Focus That Will Deepen Your Community’s Loyalty to Your Library and Create the Truly Engaged Library User S ubscribe to this blog and you’ll receive an email whenever I post. You can also follow me on the following social media platforms: YouTube Instagram Goodreads LinkedIn TikTok

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Social Pinpoint

JULY 18, 2023

When it comes to collecting authentic and high-quality data, mandatory registration for your community engagement site can prove to be a valuable tool. In this article, we will explore the benefits of using mandatory registration and provide recommendations on how to effectively implement this useful tactic on your community engagement site.

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Super Library Marketing

JANUARY 15, 2024

I noticed other libraries and educational institutions in Ohio conducting their own events about “controversial” materials, including art shows, book discussions, and guest presentations,” says the librarian, who wishes to remain anonymous. “It The primary goal was to engage readers and encourage them to check out library materials.

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Super Library Marketing

MAY 15, 2023

“Act like a social media specialist.” I’ve divided the spreadsheet into categories: social media, website, blog posts, videos, emails, print materials, ads, annual reports, and other promotions. Social media posts One library staffer said, “It gives me a starting place, and then I make it my own.

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Partnership for Public Service

MARCH 15, 2024

Students, teachers and community members across the country have been participating in hundreds of events to recognize Civic Learning Week. This annual event raises awareness about how “ civic learning is needed to ensure each and every person across this country has the necessary tools to engage as members of our self-governing society.”

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Death and Taxes

MARCH 27, 2023

Local governments in North Carolina are required to engage citizens in their budget process by following the guidelines set forth by the Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act. In addition to these legal requirements, many local governments in North Carolina have taken further steps to engage citizens in the budget process.

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Social Pinpoint

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022

As people get used to using them, we can see them playing a huge role in boosting community engagement too. QR codes have gained popularity ever since and the number of scans quadrupled in 2022. Can I Use QR Codes in Community Engagement Too? The technology is incredibly flexible and convenient. In fact, over 6.6 million U.S.

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Super Library Marketing

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

For our libraries, we wanted to increase circulation and engagement. We wanted people to engage with one of our wonderful librarians.”. The toolkit contained everything the libraries needed: a focused message; four social media posts with suggested messaging; updated posters; ideas from libraries, and comments from participants.

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Social Pinpoint

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Online community engagement has truly transformed how we connect, communicate, and access information. In this article, we will explore how to combat these challenges by sharing five ways to empower online community engagement in older adults. For instance, you might consider having a pop-up stall at a local community event.

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GovLoop

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Let’s say you launch a constituent engagement initiative and within one year you see a significant rise across various metrics: website hits, comments received and event registrations. For Alanna Reed, San Antonio’s Director of Communications and Engagement, numbers tell only part of the story. Building Engagement Through Trust.

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Partnership for Public Service

OCTOBER 23, 2024

10, the Partnership for Public Service and Syracuse University’s Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship hosted an event that explored new Partnership research on young adults’ perceptions of the federal government. We also explored how the government could better engage young people through more authentic communication.

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Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

JUNE 30, 2020

Today’s episode of Open Space Radio is all about what park and recreation professionals have been doing to creatively and safely engage their communities in the past few months and their plans for the summer ahead.

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zencity

DECEMBER 20, 2021

We’ve put together 5 best practices for increasing digital survey effectiveness and engagement. This conversation can raise resident engagement levels with the survey, and in general. Digital community surveys provide more touchpoints for residents to engage and more data for local governments to use for decision making.

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Super Library Marketing

APRIL 15, 2024

Your marketing goal might be: Increase the participation in our library’s 3rd-grade reading program by 25 percent within the next 12 months, as measured by the number of 3rd-grade students enrolled and actively engaging with the program materials and resources. Step 2: Write down what you know about the community you serve.

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Google Public Sector

MAY 11, 2023

With the integration of Google Workspace into Onward Ops, each separating service member receives a Google Workspace account to engage with a variety of vetted resources and easily communicate with others in the program. This is in contrast to existing programs that connect veterans to groups on social media or through referrals.

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zencity

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

This work falls to the communications team – a team tasked with monitoring the 24-hour news cycle and never-ending conversations on social media and, crucially, responding to emerging issues. Plan, draft, schedule, and publish posts across your social media platforms.

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Super Library Marketing

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

If we were having problems getting information to staff about a fun event, we were really in trouble when it came to communicating the information they needed to do their work properly. Encourage staff to take the next step, such as sharing information on social media, filling out a survey, or signing up for training or new initiatives.

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