Pop culture imagery from Stranger Things symbolizing audience-driven narratives online
Clarity, restraint and trust are the most valuable currencies online as audiences take control, Jessi Healey writes. Here's what viral belief, breaking news and AI discovery reveal about credibility
by Jessi Healey Jan 11
Klipster tech review
The mobile app helps agents create and share listing and social marketing content on its consumer-facing network
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 6
Collage showing TikTok logo, Disney castle, medicine pills with warning symbol, cartoon banana, deal signs and Halloween bunting on a background of like/dislike icons and colorful bar graphs — representing a mix of brand controversies, platform control, seasonal marketing and viral trends.
Behind the headline-dominating controversies this week are powerful lessons in messaging, trust and public perception that agents can’t afford to miss, digital marketer Jessi Healey writes
by Jessi Healey Sep 27
Illustration of U.S. and China flags with a handshake in front, the TikTok logo centered, a doge meme image in the background and a bar chart rising on the right, symbolizing the TikTok Oracle deal, meme culture and shifting social media metrics.
The TikTok Oracle deal and the rise of meme culture highlight how control of platforms shapes not just marketing, but the way audiences see the world
by Jessi Healey Sep 21
The rise of punk rock kindness: What Superman teaches us about content that sticks
From viral dogs to soft-hearted heroes, audiences are craving sincerity over spectacle, and smart brands are paying attention
by Jessi Healey Jul 20
Let’s talk about S-E-O: What agents need to know now
SEO isn’t just about websites anymore. Here’s how real estate pros can optimize Reels, captions and AI tools to drive traffic
by Jessi Healey Jul 13
Trending: Duo’s demise, dislikes and the cost of comparison
Social media keeps us connected, but at what cost? From Instagram’s new 'dislike' button to the pressure of constant comparison, platforms continue to shape how we see ourselves
by Jessi Healey Feb 20
DeepSeek AI: Game-changer or data privacy minefield?
Should real estate agents trust the AI app DeepSeek? Trainer Bernice Ross examines the benefits and data privacy concerns
by Bernice Ross Feb 14
SCOTUS upheld the TikTok ban. Here's what agents should do now
The Supreme Court upheld ByteDance’s divestiture deadline Friday. Experts Katie Lance, Cynthia Seifert and Jessi Healey offer solutions to help agents navigate this major shift
by Jessi Healey Jan 17
Trending: Say bye to fact-checkers, hashtags and TikTok
Jessi Healey dives into social media’s latest shifts, from Instagram’s hashtag update and Meta’s fact-checker removal to the TikTok ban and rising platforms like Threads and Bluesky
by Jessi Healey Jan 10
Here's how you feel about a potential TikTok ban: Pulse
Inspired by the comments of dozens of members of the Inman community on a recent Facebook post, we wanted to find out what you think about the recently signed TikTok ban
by Inman May 1
The last dance? Possible TikTok ban has been signed into law
Opinion
TikTok faces a looming US ban with new legislation signed into law, spotlighting the broader debates over social media and censorship
by Jessi Healey Apr 25
Protect yourself from a TikTok ban: Diversify your social media
Opinion
Diversifying your social media is essential amid TikTok's uncertain future. Jessi Healey explains how to expand and safeguard your online presence
by Jessi Healey Mar 15
This TikTok feature will help you reach even more potential clients
Rewarding quality content is always the aim of TikTok's algorithm. Now with a new feature in place to help users have more control over what they see, getting your quality content in front of your audience should be even easier
by Katie Lance Mar 22