Marketing - Revision history

Kat at 13:17, 30 November 2011

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Kat: /* Marketing Tips */

2011-11-30T13:15:41Z

‎Marketing Tips

Evangazine: /* Blogs/Websites to Watch */

2010-04-02T02:56:43Z

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Susan Phillips: /* Marketing Tips */

2008-11-14T17:18:22Z

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Edimapasok at 17:18, 10 October 2008

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Meredith at 14:06, 22 March 2008

2008-03-22T14:06:42Z

Meredith: Moving from Library Success Wiki talk page to more

2008-03-22T14:06:05Z

Moving from Library Success Wiki talk page to more

GKaren: /* Blogs/Websites to Watch */

2007-09-08T03:06:04Z

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GKaren: /* Marketing Plans */

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	*[http://ricklibrarian.blogspot.com/2007/02/libraries-retail-customer-service-model.html Libraries, Retail, and Feel Good Marketing] A discussion about what is good and what is annoying.		*[http://ricklibrarian.blogspot.com/2007/02/libraries-retail-customer-service-model.html Libraries, Retail, and Feel Good Marketing] A discussion about what is good and what is annoying.
	[[Category:Selling Your Library]]		[[Category:Selling Your Library]]
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		+	=Technology in Outreach=
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		+	== Social Media ==
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		+	Social media has been used for marketing and outreach in libraries for some time now, but librarians and professionals in other fields continue to explore ways in which to use them most effectively. With that in mind, refer to the sources below for effective and creative uses of various social media tools for marketing and outreach. Also, check out these tips on generalized best practices for Social Media:
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		+	* [http://tametheweb.com/2010/03/18/social-media-best-practices-for-libraries/ Social Media Best Practices for Libraries] by Kasia Grabowska; posted on [http://tametheweb.com/ "Tame the Web"]. This post offers great bite-sized tips for using social media effectively. A few examples? Consider social media as a way to engage users in conversations, not just broadcast information; use trackable links (like bit.ly) so you can see what users are responding to when you post links--this is a good assessment tool.
		+	* Make it easy for your users to share what they like about your services. Use widgets like [http://sharethis.com/ ShareThis] or [http://www.addthis.com/ AddThis] so your users can easily share resources in your catalog, upcoming events, or library news. test
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		+	=== Blogs ===
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		+	* [http://www.bastillemarketing.com/2010/02/blog-outreach-still-effective-strategy.html/ Blog Outreach - Still an Effective Strategy?] by [http://www.bastillemarketing.com/ Jenni Brand], CEO of Bastille Marketing. Brand offers an interesting, non-library perspective on "blogger outreach" -- the process of identifying ''other'' institutions' blogs to promote your products/services and how to pitch your products/services to them successfully for inclusion.
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		+	=== RSS Feeds ===
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		+	[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RSS/ RSS] is a family of XML file formats used to track content updates on websites, blogs, databases, etc. By subscribing to "feeds," users can access new content through a reader or aggregator, as opposed to visiting each site of interest individually. For a great, plain-language introduction to RSS Feeds, check out the [http://www.commoncraft.com/rss_plain_english/ RSS: In Plain English] Youtube video.
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		+	RSS feeds can be used to market library services, reach out to constituents, and connect patrons to collections. The [http://libsuccess.org/index.php?title=RSS/ RSS page] on [http://libsuccess.org/ Library Success, a Best Practices Wiki] lists a number of institutions using RSS to connect patrons with new materials in their collections, as well as a handful of institutions offering RSS feeds for their Events Calendars.
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		+	Promoting and teaching patrons about RSS feeds is an excellent way to assist patrons with managing their information, and also provides a convenient way to encourage patrons to start following feeds produced by your library. It's important for librarians to be aware of the current RSS readers/aggregators available. In the past, two of the most popular readers were Google Reader and Bloglines.
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		+	For information on creative uses of RSS Feeds in University libraries, check out the blog [http://www.rss4lib.com/ RSS4Lib]. (In fact, subscribe to its RSS feed!)
		+
		+	=== Facebook ===
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		+	There is not much debate these days as to whether or not libraries should have a presence on Facebook -- the question now is how to utilize Facebook most effectively. The authors in the articles and blog posts below offer their opinions.
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		+	* [http://kraftylibrarian.com/?p=263/ Libraries: Facebook Group, Fan Page or Friend Your Librarian?] by [http://kraftylibrarian.com/ The Krafty Librarian]
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		+	=== Twitter ===
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		+	* [http://blog.hubspot.com/blog/tabid/6307/bid/4034/How-to-Use-Twitter-for-Marketing-PR.aspx How to use Twitter for Marketing and PR]. Good post from Hubspot, an internet marketing company.
		+	* [http://librarianbyday.net/2010/10/15/10-ways-twitter-will-make-you-a-better-employee-better-at-your-job-and-benefit-your-library/ 10 Ways Twitter Will Make You a Better Employee, Better at Your Job and Benefit Your Library] by [http://librarianbyday.net/ Bobbi L. Newman (Librarian by Day)]
		+	* [http://www.toprankblog.com/2010/05/5steps-twitter-marketing-strategy/ Five Steps to build a Twitter Marketing Strategy] from TopRank Online Marketing Blog.
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		+	=== Screencasting / YouTube ===
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		+	* [http://www.libsuccess.org/index.php?title=Online_Tutorials/ Online Tutorials (Screencasting)] from [www.libsuccess.org/ Library Success: A Best Practices Wiki]. Excellent overview of available information on software packages and best practices. Pay special attention to the "Blogs/Websites to Watch" and the "Specific Blog Posts/Articles to Check Out."
		+	* [http://oedb.org/blogs/ilibrarian/2008/a-quick-guide-to-screencasting-for-libraries/ A Quick Guide to Screencasting for Libraries] posted on [http://oedb.org/blogs/ilibrarian/ iLibrarian]. Although a little dated (August 2008), this post provides a great overview of information on Screencasting, including best practices and various software programs for creating screencasts.
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		+	=== Podcasts ===
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		+	* [http://libsuccess.org/index.php?title=Podcasting/ Podcasting] from [http://www.libsuccess.org/ Library Success A Best Practices Wiki]. Includes list of libraries creating podcasts and tips for creating effective podcasts.
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		+	=== Foursquare ===
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		+	Foursquare is one of the newest forms of social media librarians are currently exploring, and folks are using it in a variety of ways. Generally, putting your library on Foursquare is almost guaranteed free marketing. Your students will be "checking in" to your library and, in many cases, sharing it with all of their friends on Foursquare, Facebook, and Twitter. Since users can add tips/comments to any location, Foursquare offers a chance to hear what your users are saying (even if some of it is bad), and to engage with them through response.
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		+	* [http://www.davidleeking.com/2010/02/01/foursquare-and-libraries-definitely-something-there/ Foursquare and Libraries -- Definitely Something There!] by [http://www.davidleeking.com/ David Lee King].
		+	* [http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6725234.html/ Checking In: Location Services for Libraries] by Melissa L. Rethlefsen
		+	* [http://mashable.com/2009/07/25/foursquare-app/ Foursquare: Why it may be the next Twitter] from [http://mashable.com/ Mashable]. This article was written in March of 2009. Although a bit dated, it gives a great overview of what Foursquare is (sans changes since the time it was written) and how it can be used.
		+	* [http://dlbrows.tumblr.com/post/212655475/foursquare-and-the-vancouver-public-library/ Foursquare and the Vancouver Public Library] by [dlbrows]
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		+	== Gaming as Outreach ==
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		+	== Check out what museums are doing ==
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		+	Museums often use innovative technologies for marketing and outreach. Most major museums (Smithsonian, Met, etc) have a strong presence in the majority of social media sites listed above.
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		+	* [http://www.gosmithsonian.com/ goSmithsonian.com]

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	Check out GREAT DISPLAYS FOR YOUR LIBRARY STEP BY STEP by Susan P. Phillips. Published in 2008 by McFarland Publishing, this book includes 46 display ideas that will facilitate marketing your library. Each display includes background on the topic, the genesis and specific procedures for mounting. Categories include: Getting Ready, Authors, Pop Culture, Genres, Traditions, Patriotism, Art & Architecture, Cultures, People, Nature, Pastimes and The Mind. Ideas for expanding the display for larger spaces are included along with 77 topics for futures displays. School Library Journal June, 2008 review states "Phillips enthusiasm, creativity, and breadth of personal interests are evident throughout this book."		Check out GREAT DISPLAYS FOR YOUR LIBRARY STEP BY STEP by Susan P. Phillips. Published in 2008 by McFarland Publishing, this book includes 46 display ideas that will facilitate marketing your library. Each display includes background on the topic, the genesis and specific procedures for mounting. Categories include: Getting Ready, Authors, Pop Culture, Genres, Traditions, Patriotism, Art & Architecture, Cultures, People, Nature, Pastimes and The Mind. Ideas for expanding the display for larger spaces are included along with 77 topics for futures displays. School Library Journal June, 2008 review states "Phillips enthusiasm, creativity, and breadth of personal interests are evident throughout this book."
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		+	==General Tips for Effective Marketing and Outreach==
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		+	This wiki addresses ways to use technology for marketing and outreach in libraries. We're referring to marketing and outreach in a very broad sense: promoting and encouraging the use of services, raising awareness, and simply getting services to users where they are. Please add as you see fit!
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		+	* Marketing and promotional materials (whether they're using technology or not) aren't just about convincing patrons to use a certain service. It can also be about changing attitudes. For more on this, check out [http://librarymarketing.blogspot.com/2008/01/promotion-its-not-just-for-stuff.html/ Promotion: It's not just for stuff] by [http://librarymarketing.blogspot.com/ Jill Stover Heinze].
		+	* Keep in mind that sometimes no amount of marketing and outreach is effective if the service or product being promoted is not something that your users want. Marketing and outreach is important; but the most important thing is creating relevant services designed by engaging in dialogue with your users.

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 *[http://www.infotoday.com/mls/nov03/fichter.shtml Why and How to Use Blogs to Promote Your Library's Services] by Darlene Fichter in Marketing Library Services from November/December 2003
 *[http://www.themwordblog.blogspot.com/ The M Word Blog]- Marketing ideas, tips and trends for librarians
-*[http://www.fearless-future.com/wordpress/]- Hip, visual marketing ideas for libraries and non profits
+*[http://www.fearless-future.com/wordpress/ Market the Future]- Hip, visual marketing ideas for libraries and non profits
 = Specific Blog Posts/Articles to Check Out =

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 *[http://www.infotoday.com/mls/nov03/fichter.shtml Why and How to Use Blogs to Promote Your Library's Services] by Darlene Fichter in Marketing Library Services from November/December 2003
 *[http://www.themwordblog.blogspot.com/ The M Word Blog]- Marketing ideas, tips and trends for librarians
 = Specific Blog Posts/Articles to Check Out =

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 In a corporate library setting, a newsletter distributed by e-mail is an excellent way to market your library, particularly if your library serves several offices or departments in different locations. Some tips for a successful newsletter: 1) Keep it short and snappy; think about the average attention span of someone most likely experiencing e-mail overload. 2) Feature some members of your staff in each edition and don’t be afraid to include a photograph and/or a brief personal profile. Since so many information transactions are done electronically, adding a personal touch is a great way to make a connection.
 ) Highlight a success story. Did the information you provided help someone win an account or contribute significantly to the company’s business? Tell people how. If the person you helped is willing to give a quote, even better! 4) Reiterate that you are here to help and encourage questions and feedback.
 = Blogs/Websites to Watch =

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 *[http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu/rul/staff/marketing/docs/marketing_plan_2007.shtml Sample plan from Rutgers]
 *[http://ucblibraries.colorado.edu/adminservices/04_05Comms_Outrch_Plan.pdf Sample plan from University of Colorado Boulder]
 = Marketing Tips =

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 *[http://www.nzlibraries.com/ Your Library : Inspiration for all New Zealanders] - The [http://www.metronet.org.nz/ MetroNet] group of New Zealand public libraries has commissioned the creation of a national television campaign, that will be screened from 03 July to 28 August 2005.  The campaign uses notable and successful New Zealanders to support all public libraries as warm and intellectual destinations.  No specific libraries are referred to, but the campaign ends with the phrase "Your Libraries: On Site, On Line". The objective is to increase the profile and usage of New Zealand public libraries through conveying the promise that they are modern, on trend, relevant and inspiring.
 *[http://www.stcharleslibrary.org/ St. Charles Library Cart Capades Bookettes] - A crazy group of librarians from Illinois who push carts down windy streets for fun.
-*[http://www.youtube.com/booktrailers YouTube Book Trailer] - What an interesting way to get people interested in reading! Book trailers are like movie trailers, but for books! You can find them all over the internet now, but here is a site that's featuring them on YouTube.
+*[http://www.youtube.com/booktrailers YouTube Book Trailers] - What an interesting way to get people interested in reading! Book trailers are like movie trailers, but for books! You can find them all over the internet now, but here is a site that's featuring them on YouTube.

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 = Blogs/Websites to Watch =
 *[http://www.infonation.ca Info*Nation] - a website designed to promote the library and information professions in Canada (CLA)
 *[http://librarymarketing.blogspot.com/ Library Marketing - Thinking Outside the Book] - great blog by Jill Stover.
 *[http://www.olc.org/marketing/ Marketing the Library] - a self-paced web-based training from the Ohio Library Council.

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 = Marketing Plans =
-*[http://ala.org/ala/pio/campaign/academicresearch/academicresearch.htm @ your library ]
+*[http://ala.org/ala/pio/campaign/academicresearch/academicresearch.htm @ your library]
-Comprehensive marketing toolkit for academic and research libraries
+Comprehensive marketing toolkit for academic and research libraries from ALA
 *[http://www.library.american.edu/about/marketing/AU%20Library%20Marketing%20Plan.pdf Sample marketing plan from American University]
 *[http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu/rul/staff/marketing/docs/marketing_plan_2007.shtml Sample plan from Rutgers]