The best social media platforms for video content in 2025 [consumer data]

Video is everywhere right now. As a basic Millennial, my video diet mostly consists of YouTube and Instagram, but hop on any social media platform,…

Content pillars for social media: Reaching your audience with the content they need

When I first started managing social media for my first brand, I felt like I was constantly throwing spaghetti at the wall. Every day was…

Media planning from the ground up: Everything you need to know

I’ve worked with clients across dozens of industries, and I’ve learned that content only works when it’s planned. You can create brilliant blog posts, scroll-stopping…

The 7 Types of Social Media and Pros & Cons of Each (Research)

As a former journalist, I spent years digging through social media feeds to write juicy stories. Now, as HubSpot’s go-to for all things social, I…

The HubSpot Blog’s Social Media Video Trends Report: Data from 1,000+ Social Media Marketers

2025 is upon us, and a new year brings new trends and new challenges. If you‘re a brand looking to leverage social media video this…

Social Media Engagement: How to Make Your Brand the Life of The Digital Party

Engagement on social media is like mingling at a party. There could be tons of people in the room (read: following you), the music could…

16 Social Media Video Examples to Inspire Your Next Video Marketing Campaign

These days, video is absolutely essential to get people to discover your business and their next must-have product. I’ve found some of my favorite businesses…

Every Team Should Know Its Earned Media Value — Here’s Why

Most brands chase exposure. They pour money into ads and PR, hoping to buy attention. And, it works if you have deep pockets. But if…

The Future of Social Media [Research]: What Marketers Need to Know in 2025

Social media has changed considerably since the MySpace days, and it‘s part of a marketer’s job to stay on top of its advancements. You’re probably…

Mastering Social Media for Nonprofit Promotion: Insights and New Data from Experts

I’ve fundraised $725,000 in one year for a local charitable foundation, and its social media strategy played a big part in the outcomes. Unlike businesses,…