Monthly Archives: September 2012

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Setting and Measuring Social Media Goals

More and more retailers have become involved with social media. They recognize the importance of this tool. However, some retailers still have not set specific social media goals or determined the metrics for measuring social media success. Look at the … Continue reading

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How Shoppers Are Saving Money

Many shoppers remain extremely price conscious when buying goods and services. The Internet and mobile devices are often used to track down the best prices. As eMarketer reports: “Smart shoppers are consulting multiple platforms to aid with shopping and to save … Continue reading

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