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Social Media Trends 2017 for Business

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When it comes to social media trends 2017, it is difficult to predict what the next best thing will actually be. 10 years ago who knew that Facebook would become the largest social media platform in the world. The fastest changing industry in the world is always on the cutting edge of technology, but as Knoxweb explains, there are some things that you should know when it comes to social media trends 2017.

Messaging

Messaging apps are more popular than ever with the big networks such as Facebook Messenger, WeChat, WhatsApp, and Viber having more users that the larger social media networks such as Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and even Facebook. According to Knoxweb, this communication method is preferred by millennials with more than 62 percent being loyal to brands they are engaging with.

Smart business owners are taking advantage of the messaging platforms with the audience being able to click on a product or service ad that will take the user to the brand. When brands realize how valuable social messaging is, they will make a more concerted ever to be seen there.

Fake News

One of the biggest social media trends 2017 is fake news. More and more people are using the internet for their news sources instead of radio, newspaper, or even television. Fake News sites are popping up everywhere, deliberately publishing and circulating inaccurate or false information when it comes to current events. Facebook has already started taking action to help curb fake news sites with news outlets no longer being allowed to advertise on the social media platform. However, it isn’t going to cease there. Germany has already considered legislation that will fine the social media websites that allow fake news to be published.

Authentic Content

YouTube videos capture unfiltered moments that are real. Social media has taken it one-step further allowing users to film and publish content in real time. Made popular by Periscope, Twitters live platform, Facebook Live seems to be taking the world by storm with millions of people going live every minute on the social media website. Videos on social media are more engaging than written content and even pictures. Videos are one of the reasons that Facebook has grown so quickly. Instagram, which is owned by Facebook, is now in the beta stages of its own live format, but you can bet that they will not be the last to implement a live streaming video application. Talk to Knoxweb about implementing video into your marketing campaign.

Reality

Thanks to Snapchat, selfie lenses are making the other social media websites take notice. Facebook is already experimenting with the recent purchase of Masquerade, which is a selfie app and live filter for streaming video live. According to Knoxweb, there are huge opportunities for businesses to incorporate augmented reality into their marketing campaigns.

Chatbots

Knoxweb explains that Chatbots are an artificial intelligence platform that allows users to carry on a conversation with artificial intelligence. Facebook has already integrated Chatbots into Facebook Messenger. Smart business owners are using Chatbots to communicate with clients and customers. Companies have noticed an improvement in customer service as Chatbots can respond almost immediately to questions and comments.

The list of social media trends 2017 is bound to grow by the end of the year, and if you are still finding it difficult to muddle through, Knoxweb can help. Call or click and schedule a no obligation social media marketing consultation today.