Social Media Mistakes That Ruin Brands w/ Dr. Sharmin Attaran
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Social Media Mistakes That Ruin Brands w/ Dr. Sharmin Attaran
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In a world where clicks come faster than facts, one careless post can derail years of brand trust. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Sharmin Attaran—marketing professor, TEDx speaker, and digital transformation expert—to explore the growing risks of misinformation in small business marketing.
We’ll uncover how the pressure to stay relevant online often leads to unintentional deception—and what business owners can do to stop it. From red flags in influencer content to real tools for fact-checking, Dr. Attaran shares a practical, no-nonsense approach to protecting your brand’s reputation.
Whether you’ve accidentally shared false info or just want to avoid a PR mess, this episode is your guide to navigating the digital truth minefield—without sacrificing growth.
– DR. ATTARAN LINKS:TedTalk: The Battle for Truth in a Viral World
Reference Websites:
Snopes
Politifact
Media Bias Fact Check
Google Scholar
Tineye
Statista
TRUTH Framework
T – Tracking
R – Review
U – Understand the Context
T – Test Emotional Manipulation
H – Hold Off
Dr. Attaran's Website
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