Real-life marketing stories, trends, and strategies from social media’s most engaging brands. Find out what social media strategies are working today and how to drive meaningful engagement, activity, and results from social media.

AIFeb 20, 2025
5 AI Chatbots Tested: Which One Works Best for Content Creators?

We tested 5 AI chatbots to discover which one works best as part of a content creator's workflow. Here are the results.

10+ Social Media, Marketing, and Creator Economy Conferences to Attend in 2025

We share 10+ social media, marketing and creator economy conferences you’ll want on your calendar for 2025.

Social Media Dashboard: Why You Need One and How to Create It

A social media dashboard is a visual representation of the key metrics that prove the impact of your social media efforts. Here’s how to create one from scratch.

LinkedInFeb 13, 2025
LinkedIn is my #1 Source of New Clients as a Consultant — Here's My Exact Process

In my three years as a consultant, I've found LinkedIn consistently delivers the highest quality leads with the least ongoing cost — once you understand how to use it effectively.

How to Use Social Media as a B2B Company

This article shares tips on making your B2B social content less boring and creating a marketing strategy that drives positive results.

ResourcesFeb 11, 2025
How to Find Trending TikTok Sounds While They’re Still Popular (+ 12 of the Best)

How to source the best audio clips for your TikToks while they’re still popular, plus examples of TikTok sounds with staying power.

TikTokFeb 10, 2025
The Best Time to Post on TikTok in 2025 — New Data

We analyzed more than 1 million videos sent through Buffer to pinpoint the best time and day to post on TikTok for maximum views.

TikTokFeb 6, 2025
TikTok for Business: The Ultimate Playbook for 2025

You’re sleeping on a goldmine if you have a business and actively choose not to promote it on TikTok. This article will share exactly how you can get started.

ToolsFeb 4, 2025
9 Time-Saving Tools to Support Creators in 2025

Our list of 2025 time-saving, productivity-boosting tools every creator needs in 2025

InstagramFeb 4, 2025
Instagram Stories: The Complete Guide to Using IG Stories to Boost Engagement + Reach

The ins and outs of Instagram Stories, from getting started to advanced strategies that will make your stories stand out on Instagram.

DataFeb 3, 2025
Threads Drives 73.6% More Engagement Than X — Here’s What You Need to Know

We analyzed 10.2 million posts published to X and Threads in 2024, breaking down their engagement rates, trends, and strengths so you know where to focus your content strategy — and why cross-posting might be the key to maximizing your reach.

Your 2025 Social Media Checklist: Start the Year Strong

We put together this social media checklist to give you a headstart on your content creation in 2025.

Consistent Posting Means 5x More Likes, Comments, and Shares: Study

A massive analysis of more than 100,000 Buffer users revealed just how much posting consistently can boost engagement per post.

LinkedInJan 27, 2025
The Best Time to Post on LinkedIn in 2025: 1 Million Posts Analyzed

We analyzed over 1 million posts sent through Buffer to pinpoint the best time and day to post on LinkedIn for maximum engagement.

TikTokJan 23, 2025
4 TikTok Alternatives to Consider

Here are 4 promising TikTok alternatives that offer exciting opportunities for creators to grow, experiment, and thrive.

CreatorJan 22, 2025
Become a Social Media Creator in 2025: Your 9-Step Plan

Whether you're dreaming of becoming the next big TikTok star or building a meaningful community on LinkedIn, this plan will get you started.

InstagramJan 21, 2025
Instagram Reels Length: How Long Can Reels Be?

In this article, we explore everything you need to know about the ideal length of Instagram Reels and other Instagram content – according to the team themselves.

InstagramJan 20, 2025
How the Instagram Algorithm Works: Your 2025 Guide

An inside look at how the Instagram algorithm works for the feed, Explore pages, stories, and reels, the 'signals' that impact them most, and how to make them work for you.

6 Social Listening Tools and What They’re Best for (With Alternatives)

Social listening is the art and science of monitoring what your buyers and potential customers are saying about. Here are the six best tools that make this job easier.

InstagramJan 14, 2025
How to Increase Your Reach on Instagram: 14 Actionable and Easy Methods (For Every Content Type)

Want to get more views on Instagram but don’t know where to begin? Here are 14 no-fluff, actionable ways to increase your Instagram reach.

7 Predictions for Social Media in 2025 from Creator Economy Experts

We asked 11 experts for their social media predictions for 2025 – here's what they had to say.

TikTokJan 9, 2025
How to Run Ads on TikTok: A Step-By-Step Guide to TikTok Advertising

This article takes you through everything you need to know to run TikTok ads and implement a solid advertising strategy.

Crossposting 101: Everything You Need to Know to Crosspost on Social Media Effectively

Learn what crossposting is and how to effectively share your content across multiple social media platforms to boost your online presence.

Buffer NewsJan 8, 2025
New Year, New Habits: Build Your Creative Consistency in 30 Days with Creator Camp

Join us for 30 days, starting January 15 to post consistently to social media!