Twitter’s ‘Retweet With Comment’ Feature Changes The Conversation

Last night, it hit me: Twitter’s retweet with comment feature is a game-changer. I was excited about it before, even though it didn’t make our Q1 social media updates a few weeks ago. (Ed. Note: It has been added!) But I didn’t grasp how much of an effect it would have. Now that's how to use social,Continue reading “Twitter’s ‘Retweet With Comment’ Feature Changes The Conversation”

Are You Being Heard? Communication Tips For Your Brand

Communication. It’s so simple, right? We learn to do it at a young age, and it’s second nature. So why is it so difficult to communicate effectively with your customers, business partners and employees? Sure, you blast out emails to your customers and employees, blast out promotional social updates and blast out glossy hyperbole inContinue reading “Are You Being Heard? Communication Tips For Your Brand”

Live Streaming Apps: The Future of Broadcasting or Legal Liability?

Since Meerkat stormed SXSW this year, live streaming apps have been all the rage. Once the fun of this new trend dies down, what will be left? Is live streaming the future of broadcasting or a legal liability? On one hand, live streaming apps are fun and functional. According to Fortune, early adopters are jumpingContinue reading “Live Streaming Apps: The Future of Broadcasting or Legal Liability?”

Droid Turbo: Power & Speed Wrapped in Kevlar (A Review)

I was having so much fun setting up my new phone that I’m just getting around to blogging today. Verizon sent me an early upgrade offer via its Edge program, so I checked out my options. I’m an Android fan, and after some research, it came down to the Samsung Galaxy S6 and the MotorolaContinue reading “Droid Turbo: Power & Speed Wrapped in Kevlar (A Review)”

Get Your Ducks In A Row: Your 1st Quarter Social Media Updates

Social media is an ever-evolving world. One of our most popular posts last year was Social Media 2014: Traveling At The Speed of Light (And A Look Ahead!), so we thought that a quick first quarter review of social media updates would help you stay up-to-date. Here goes! Facebook Facebook Messenger is now a platform — andContinue reading “Get Your Ducks In A Row: Your 1st Quarter Social Media Updates”

Mad Men: Master Storytelling In Any Era

“Everyone has a story to tell. It only goes in one direction: forward.”                                                                         -Don Draper And Mad Men, theContinue reading “Mad Men: Master Storytelling In Any Era”

Brands: Is Looking Stupid Ever A Good Thing?

“There’s no such thing as bad publicity except your own obituary.”                                                                      -Brendan Behan, Irish writer Even in the constant onslaught ofContinue reading “Brands: Is Looking Stupid Ever A Good Thing?”

Your Invite: It’s Spring Training At The CCC Blog

Welcome to the CCC blog, rookies and veterans alike! With spring training coming to a close, we thought it would be a great time to show you around the place. This blog (and website) is set up to help you, so here’s how to navigate it with ease. Popular Content Today, everyone wants to know, “What’sContinue reading “Your Invite: It’s Spring Training At The CCC Blog”

Facebook Messenger Is Now a Platform — And Open For Business

Facebook Messenger is open for business — to businesses! One of the biggest announcements made at Facebook’s F8 Developers Conference last week is that Messenger is becoming a platform and is open for business. As business owners and consumers, we’re excited. Why? Peer-to-Peer Payments Feature Facebook is adding a feature to Messenger that will allowContinue reading “Facebook Messenger Is Now a Platform — And Open For Business”

4 Ways to Control Your Social Media Destiny, But Not Your Fate

Social media is a two-way street, a conversation between brands and consumers that’s never been possible before. Every brand dreams of having an active, engaged online community that shares opinions, discusses its products and invites others to join. Until it happens, that is. Then the brand starts to get nervous. Why? To truly get social,Continue reading “4 Ways to Control Your Social Media Destiny, But Not Your Fate”