the news

• Is it still worth adding hashtags to your posts?

• Instagram tests scheduled DMs.

• Meta launches updated affiliate link displays.

• Instagram implements screenshot blocking for view-once media.

• LinkedIn tests new, larger video displays in-stream.

• Threads announces test of post scheduling.

• Instagram previews upcoming AI video elements.

the tools

• You can't always film content with a filter, and everyone likes to look their best on a Zoom call which is why I love Lume Cube's Ring Light Mini. It also has adjustable brightness and color temperature to accommodate multiple filming setups. Be sure to check out their Holiday Sale!  

the how to

• A graphic or image as part of your email signature can act as a mini marketing tool within every email you send, creating brand awareness. It's ideal to have this graphic be clickable so that you can either traffic to your site or have people more easily engage via email. Here's how to do it in Gmail.

the interesting

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