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Insights, strategy & commentary

Social media thinking from the Del Oro Media team — articles, guides, and op-eds to help your brand grow online.

July 30, 2026
Strategy

Social Media Marketing for Delaware Beach Businesses

How Delaware beach businesses in Rehoboth, Lewes, Bethany, and beyond can use social media to attract tourists, build loyalty, and grow year-round.

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July 16, 2026
Strategy

How Seasonal Businesses Can Stay Relevant on Social Media Year-Round

The biggest mistake seasonal businesses make on social media is going quiet in the off-season. Here's how to stay top of mind all year long.

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July 2, 2026
Strategy

What Makes a Great Social Media Strategy for Restaurants & Hospitality Brands

Restaurants and hospitality brands have a natural social media advantage. Here's how to turn great visuals and loyal customers into a real strategy.

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June 18, 2026
Case Study

How We Grew a Nonprofit's Social Following by 49% — Lessons for Small Organizations

A look at the strategy that helped Make-A-Wish Tri-Counties raise over $75,000 and break engagement records — and what any small nonprofit can learn from it.

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June 4, 2026
Platforms

TikTok vs. Instagram Reels in 2026 — Which Is Right for Your Brand?

TikTok and Instagram Reels both serve short-form video but work very differently. Here's how to decide where to invest your time and budget in 2026.

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May 21, 2026
Strategy

5 Signs Your Brand Needs a Social Media Manager

If any of these five things sound familiar, it's probably time to bring in professional social media help.

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September 17, 2019
Op-Ed

The Psychological Effects of the Digital Experience

Have we stopped to consider the psychological impact of social media in the digital age? Alex Gold examines connectivity, wellbeing, and brands' ethical responsibility.

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July 3, 2020
Op-Ed

Social Media in the Age of COVID-19

How the pandemic reshaped social media use, brand behavior, and the fight against misinformation.

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July 28, 2020
Op-Ed

TikTok's Meteoric Rise in the US and Globally

What made TikTok a global cultural phenomenon — and what brands, parents, and users should understand about its algorithm, addiction risks, and privacy concerns.

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November 10, 2020
Op-Ed

8 Tips to Maximize Your Social Media Success

A practical checklist for building a bulletproof social media strategy — from goal-setting and audience research to content calendars and constant iteration.

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April 26, 2021
Op-Ed

Entertaining Generation Z

Gen Z is the first generation to prefer video games over movies and TV. What this means for brands, Hollywood, and the future of entertainment marketing.

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November 22, 2022
Op-Ed

On Media Literacy

Real or fake? Why media literacy matters now more than ever in the age of disinformation — and what it will take to restore healthy public dialogue.

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