Top News Stories From Around the Web

There’s always something new and exciting happening in the world of social media! Whether it’s an updated feature on Instagram or an insightful article about getting more repins on Pinterest, there’s always something new to read, learn about, or explore. Keeping up with all of the latest social media news can be a daunting task, so we’re here to help! Read on for a quick run-down of last week’s top social media news stories you need to know about.

12 tips for getting social on social mediaIf you’re still new to social media, this Inc.com article is for you! Check it out here to learn helpful tips that even a social media novice can implement right away.

There’s a secret to getting more repins on Pinterest, and this is it.This blog post and accompanying infographic presented by Hubspot breaks down which pins on Pinterest get the most engagement and why. If you pin for business or just for fun, make sure to check this out for easy tips you can apply right away to get more engagement.

7 simple tips for growing your social networkHaving a strong social network that you actively engage with is so important in today’s world. If your social network is looking a bit shabby and could use some more connections, check out this article for 7 tips that will help you grow your online network.

A detailed explanation of the purpose of hashtagsWhen you hear the word hashtag, what do you think of? If you said, “You mean those weird symbols that aggravate the heck out of me and fill up my home feel with a jumble of pointless words and phrases?!” Then this article is for you. Don’t ask questions; I promise you will thank me (an maybe even embrace hashtags!) later.

What is all the fuss about Video on Instagram?Last Monday we posted this article on our blog about the newest feature on Instagram. To learn more about Video on Instagram and how it differs from Vine (Twitter’s video app), check out this straightforward infographic presented by Social Media Today.

LinkedIn’s newest update will help improve user experienceLast week, LinkedIn unveiled two site updates that will help facilitate engagement with your network connections and associated networks. Users will now have more opportunities to connect with other people who have similar interests, as well as see how their network interacts with their profile and content they share. Read more about these updates here.

These are just a few of top social media news stories from the past week, so  if we missed one you think we should share, tell us! Post the link to the article and your thoughts on it in the comment section below.