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Small businesses still not social media savvy

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http://www.itwire.com – Social media is playing an increasing role in the marketing efforts of small business and consuming an increasing share of the marketing budget, but most SMBs' use of social media is relatively simplistic and lacking in metrics, according to the 2012 Yellow Social Media Report. (IT news)

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