We are often asked what blogs we would recommend reading in order to keep up with the latest social media/marketing news. If you had enough time in the day there’s a vast number of reputable blogs but below is the top ten list that Squeaky would recommend setting up RSS feeds for. It’s important to note, that even though these are great social media blogs it always a good idea to go searching for new content. You never just want to get stuck with a singular viewpoint of a product or service. Always look for a fresh perspective/voice even if you don’t necessarily agree with it. This list is open to interpretation so there might be some difference of opinion. Also, we recommend taking a peek at the AdAge150 for additional top marketing blogs.
Mashable – The #1 social media guide on the internet. Typically one of the first sites to publish breaking news on what’s new on the web and offering social media resources and guides.
WebProNews – A comprehensive list of news, information, and tips related to online business. The cover search engines, search engine optimization (SEO), search engine marketing (SEM), social media marketing, advertising, and online branding. Offer analysis of developments in the online business space, and tutorials and insight into how to build a better online presence.
Techcrunch – Arguably the #1 tech. blog profiling and reviewing new internet products and companies. In addition to covering new companies, they profile existing services/applications that are making an impact (commercial and/or cultural) on the new web space.
ReadWriteWeb – A blog that provides web technology news, reviews and analysis. One of the world’s top 20 most popular blogs according to Technorati.
Influential Marketing Blog – Reflections on creating compelling marketing, advertising, and PR strategy written by Rohit Bhargava. He is widely recognized across the marketing industry for inventing the concept of Social Media Optimization (SMO) on his blog.
Marketing Pilgrim – MarketingPilgrim was launched by internet marketing expert Andy Beal. Marketing Pilgrim discusses the latest news, rumors and reviews of all things related to internet marketing and online advertising.
Online Marketing Blog - TopRank’s Online Marketing Blog provides insights, resources and commentary on a range of digital marketing and public relations topics including, search engine marketing and optimization, social media marketing, business blogging and marketing, online public relations
Web Strategy by Jeremiah – This blog discusses how web tools enable companies to connect with customers from Jeremiah Owyang, a well respected voice in the industry.
What’s Next Blog – This blog discusses online marketing from media veteran, B.L. Ochman.
Demo Girl - A bit different than the rest of the blogs on the list, this site houses a screencast demo of the latest applications and services online.
