Arlington Independent Media

4 reasons why independent bookstores are thriving

Rumors of their impending death have been greatly exaggerated

Why You May Want to Treat Your Employees Like Independent Contractors

Maybe you should start treating your employees more like independent contractors--and vice versa.

Five Clever Ideas to Spark Independent Reading by Kids

Letting kids choose what and how they read without judgment is a great way to get them hooked. Joining a "Somewhat Virtual Book Club" can also help.

5 Surprising Social Media Strategies That Worked

Here are surprising social media strategies that helped businesses stand out on social media—while remaining genuine, polite, and witty.

What Independent Schools Can Learn from Shaker Celibacy

Often when people hear the remarkable story of the Shakers, they attribute the sect’s decline to their celibacy. Certainly that qualification couldn’t have helped their cause. Yet the Shakers were …

6 essential steps for creating a social media strategy

6 essential steps for creating a social media strategy guide

Does Social Media Help SEO? [Final Answer]

Studies and data indicate social media can help your site rank better, but Google says social media isn't a ranking factor. What's the truth? Find out here.

Is it time to change the way we use social media in medicine?

I think that we need to do more to revolutionize the way that we use social media in medicine.

7 Tips to Stay on Top of Social Media Customer Service

Social is no longer a secondary component to your business, and learning how to properly deliver social media customer service is essential to success.

Why Independent Restaurants Are Closing

The restaurant industry is a penny business. You must constantly find ways to save money and stay competitive while maintaining the quality of cuisine and service that guests are accustomed to, or else you'll find yourself broke, out of a job and laying people off.

Are These Social Media Myths Hurting Your Strategy?

With so many people talking about social media these days, there’s bound to be a bit of misinformation thrown into the mix. It can all get very confusing – especially if you’re new to the game.…

The 5 Keys to Building a Social-Media Strategy for Your Personal Brand

Social-media marketing for a business is one thing. Now imagine achieving social success when the brand you're trying to promote is you.

6 Social Platforms You Should Get Familiar With, Regardless of What You Do

6 Social Media Platforms Everyone Should Know About - The Muse: To be a successful social media manager, you ha...

Ways to Increase Your Social Media Presence through Blogging

Remember the days when social media was a novelty? Today it is an important part of your online marketing campaign. We are living in a media conscious era where a brand’s survival is dependent on i…

The benefits of working with an independent agent

After a lot of saving and planning, my sister and her family bought their dream home. Sadly, a storm damaged their roof, and she’s had difficulty resolving

A Matter of Time: Most Real Estate Pros Struggle to Clock In on Social Media

Social media carves paths to leads online with every share—but according to a survey by RISMedia, most real estate professionals struggle to clock in on it.

3 Other Social Media Platforms You Should Consider

If you want to reach new audiences, especially those valued millennials, look into these options.

Women in Science You Should Be Following On Social Media