Branding

4 tips for a recognizable brand

Author :
Bryan Buffing
Creation date:
Branding
Last updated:
3/10/24 14:08

We don't have to explain that branding is important. But we would like to show you how to build a recognizable brand using a number of examples. A huge marketing budget is useful, but not essential: just do it!

1. Unique a unified visual appearance

A unique and unified visual appearance ensures long-term recognition. To start with, an example close to home. TOTO was a gray brand not so long ago, until they decided to change course and created their own kingdom. King TOTO has now become indispensable in the Netherlands.

When people even dress up as King TOTO during carnival, you know that your brand's recognizability is in order. The crown, the corporate identity, the green cloak, they are fixed visual patterns in every statement and advertisement of the gambling company. Patterns that have become so recognizable that everyone associates them with TOTO.

❗️| Breaking: a message from apparently the one, true King TOTO ? pic.twitter.com/rwoKJJYqMW

— TOTO (@TOTO_NL) April 1, 2021

Speaking of visual recognition; can you imagine rolling out an advertising campaign without using your logo? It sounds almost impossible, yet McDonald's does it regularly. The colors and arcs of the world-famous yellow M are so recognizable that when we see part of the logo or just seeing the colors, we immediately make the link to the hamburger chain.

For example, they advertise with large billboards next to the road on which only a small piece of the M can be seen. This is to indicate the direction you need to go to get to your Big Mac. The name of the company is not mentioned anywhere nor is the logo seen, yet everyone knows it is McDonald's.

 

2. Slogan that fits your brand

A recognizable slogan can be hugely important to your brand. There are countless examples of good slogans that have been linked to certain brands for years. One of the best known is undoubtedly “Just Do It. In this regard, we don't even really need to say which brand it is. In fact, Nike has been using the slogan since the 1980s.

But how do you come up with such a rock-solid slogan? One way to do that is to keep it short and sweet, focus on the essence of your brand and use words and phrases that people readily adopt. The phrase Nike has been advertising with for more than 30 years meets those characteristics, but it has a lurid origin. Gary Gilmore, a criminal sentenced to death, was in fact the sports brand's inspiration. His last words before his execution were, “Let's do it!

Those words inspired the ad agency that did the campaigns for Nike and thus the world-famous slogan was born. By the way, in the fight against racism in America, Nike used this slogan in a very powerful way. So powerful that even competitor Adidas shared the video. 'For Once, Don't Do It.'

Let’s all be part of the change.#UntilWeAllWin pic.twitter.com/guhAG48Wbp

— Nike (@Nike) May 29, 2020

In the Netherlands, of course, there are also examples of good slogans. “It will be all right baby,” is a phrase inextricably linked to Roosvicee. They have managed to convert a phrase used daily by a great many people into their slogan. Now when you utter those encouraging words you consciously or unconsciously think of Roosvicee. So super powerful and super recognizable.

 

3. Give your brand a face

Giving your brand a face is always a good idea. Just think of Frank Lammers. The actor of Undercover, among others, is enormously popular in the Netherlands and also the face of Jumbo. Every day he gets “Hello Jumbo” thrown at his head about a hundred times, as he recently admitted on Rooijakkers over de vloer on RTL4. It shows how much people associate Lammers with the supermarket.

What Frank Lammers currently is for Jumbo, Harry Piekema was for Albert Heijn for about ten years. He appeared in every commercial and became the face of the AH. You still think of the Albert Heijn the moment you see Piekema pass by. As soon as the bbq season starts and a hamburger goes on the grill there is always someone singing “hamburgers at a discount”. Recognizable right?

Telfort also knows how good it can be to put a face to your brand. The name Patrick Stoof may not immediately ring a bell, but when you say: 'Who would have thought it; from golf course to side job', everyone immediately knows who you mean, and a Telfort bell rings. The recognizable statements from the advertisements are still used daily by everyone.

 

4. Own tone-of-voice

A unique and distinct tone-of-voice is also very important for your brand. Do you address your followers very formally, informally or with a lot of humor? Make sure the style suits your brand and that you apply it consistently, and you will automatically become recognizable.

A good example is soccer club Telstar. A small club, but big in their unique communication. They use a lot of humor and self-mockery. It is typical Telstar. Other clubs have tried it too, but they are soon told, “You are trying to imitate Telstar. That shows how recognizable their tone of voice is. Copying this style immediately feels 'fake' and unnatural. Because with this tone-of-voice t, you immediately think of the small club from Velsen-Zuid. That recognizability is what you want.

Wisdom comes with age. We are ready for your arrival! @rafvdvaart @HeldenMagazine pic.twitter.com/MOnNilO6OA

— Witte Leeuwen (@telstar1963nv) December 1, 2016

Travel company Eliza was Here also has a very recognizable and distinctive tone of voice. When you look at the communication of that organization you have the feeling that you are always dealing with Eliza. She constantly speaks from the first-person point of view which makes you feel for her and look at the trips they offer from her eyes. You forget for a moment that there is a large organization (TUI Group) behind it. And that is what makes this personal tone-of-voice so powerful.

 

Branding of vital importance

The above points and related examples can get you started in building a recognizable brand. Branding is extremely important. You can have such a good product, without a good brand strategy, it will be a lot harder to get your product to market. Therefore, take branding seriously and give it time and attention. Don't panic if you don't have a world-famous brand in place within a month, Rome wasn't built in a day.

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The best times to post on X in 2024

X is the perfect social media platform for quick updates and news articles. This social media channel is the online spot to create a large reach: if you manage to create a domino effect with your content, then X is the opportunity to make world news. So, on this social media channel, the general advice is to post right away on X.

But not every post on X is as time-bound as just mentioned. Are you aiming for specific results, such as more engagement or conversions? Then you'll find the perfect moments here to achieve those goals. That's why we delved into the numbers and researched the ideal times for maximum results for each of those goals. 

The best times for more reach on X

Best times X Twitter reach

Best day to post on X
Monday

Peak times for more reach on X

  • Monday at 16:00
  • Tuesday at 10:00
  • Saturday at 12:00 and 16:00

For X, we see a gradual decline in reach as the week progresses. Our tip: post at the beginning of the week if you want to create a large reach with your post.

Do you want to post on a different day? Peak times on X occur around lunchtime (1:00 PM) and at the end of the afternoon (5:00 PM).

When we zoom in further, we see that Monday at 4:00 PM is the best time to post. We also see more activity on Tuesday morning and Saturday afternoon.

 

The best times for more engagement on X

Best times Engagement Twitter X

Best day to post on X
Monday

Peak times for more engagement on X

  • Monday at 16:00 and 19:00
  • Tuesday at 10:00
  • Wednesday at 12:00

The same applies to more engagement on X: post at the beginning of the week. Monday stands out in particular. Additionally, noon is the absolute peak moment during the week, along with 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.


The best times for more conversions on X

Best times clicks conversions Twitter X

Best days to post on X
Monday

Peak times for more conversions on X

  • Monday at 6:00 PM
  • Thursday at 9:00 PM
  • Friday at 10:00 AM

It's hardly a surprise anymore. Even if you want to maximize the number of conversions, a post on Monday yields the most results.

When we look at the number of clicks per hour, the distribution is fairly even throughout the day, with a slight peak at 9:00 PM.
 

The best times to post for every platform

Are you curious about the best times for other social media channels, such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn? You'll find them in this overview.

Do you always want to post directly at the best time? With Coosto's Prime Time, you can post with one click at the best moment for your account, your industry, or the platform in general. Based on previous posts, this handy feature calculates which times yield the most results.

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Alpe d'HuZes and Coosto: Why Toine participates in the Alpe d'HuZes

Helping to fight the disease

My personal motivation to participate in Alpe d’HuZes stems from a strong desire to help combat the disease. I've had this feeling for a long time, and it grew stronger when I started my own business. My first company sponsored good causes from the very beginning, and I was fortunate that the business allowed for it. I believe that when you are in a unique position as an entrepreneur to sponsor good causes, you should do so. Entrepreneurship is not just about starting new ventures, growing revenue, or making a profit; it is also about making connections, development, life, and contributing to society.

Ondernemen is niet alleen nieuwe avonturen starten, de omzet laten groeien of winst maken, het is ook verbinding maken, ontwikkelen, leven en bijdragen aan de maatschappij.

Coosto & charities

From the start, Coosto has sponsored various good causes, but a few years ago, we decided to fully focus on sponsoring cancer research and treatment. This includes supporting organizations like KWF, the Princess Máxima Center for Pediatric Oncology, smaller and sometimes personal initiatives, and we have been proud sponsors of the wonderful Alpe d’HuZes for eight years now.

Alpe d'HuZes en Coosto warriors 2024

Nothing is taken for granted anymore when dealing with cancer

As the years pass, I'm now 53, I have become increasingly aware of how lucky I am that my family, immediate relatives, and friends are in relatively good health. 

I often reflect on the special things in life, such as the fresh scent of an early morning or freshly cut grass, the colorful display of clouds and light during a sunset, peacefully grazing cows in a meadow, or an energizing techno percussion set blasting from the speakers during a car ride. I can enjoy these things without worry, without medical stress, and that feels like pure happiness. I wish this for everyone. All these so-called givens are no longer so obvious when you are ill or when someone you love is sick. These 'trivialities' then suddenly become special moments of happiness. 

Of course, this is different for everyone, and everyone experiences it in their own way. But if my company and I can contribute, even if it is just a drop in the ocean, to fighting cancer with the goal of increasing moments of happiness, then that is the best thing there is.

Niks is meer vanzelfsprekend als je te maken hebt met kanker

Alpe d’HuZes 2023

As mentioned, I am an entrepreneur, and from that background, I also wanted to participate and ride up the mountain as an Alpe d’HuZes participant. I love challenges, especially when they are tough.

In 2023, it was time; we participated for the first time, not just as sponsors but also by cycling and running. Being opportunistic, I thought I could just ride up the mountain. After all, it was just over 15 km; I used to cycle that distance to school, it couldn't be that hard. I started training by cycling about 40 km every weekend. With three months to go and extreme weather like snow and frost, I bought an indoor bike trainer to train at home. The advantage of this device was that I could simulate the climb of Alpe d'Huez, and that became my new training goal: climbing Alpe d’Huez as often as possible on the indoor trainer in the attic.

The first time I did it, I was in for a rude wake-up call. I started too fast, and as a result, 30 minutes later, I was completely exhausted and could barely move forward. It was one of my toughest sports experiences ever. I finished the training, but I was utterly wrecked, and the next day I could barely walk due to muscle soreness. That was a serious wake-up call. I realized I had severely underestimated it and that serious work was needed.

I began by reading up on how to train for climbing a mountain by bike. I read training schedules, watched various YouTube videos, and, on the advice of an enthusiastic cycling colleague (thanks for the tip, Stan), listened to the 'Beter Worden' podcast by Laurens ten Dam and gradually adjusted my training. I learned how to train based on wattage, how to adjust my diet, incorporate varied training, and the importance of a good night's sleep. Ultimately, the preparation for 2023 was too short, but I couldn't complain; Team Coosto did fantastic, and it left us wanting more, so we signed up for 2024 immediately.

De Alpe d’HuZes 2023

Preperations Alpe d’HuZes 2024

This time, I planned to start training much earlier, but unexpected business circumstances threw a wrench in the works, and then my mother suddenly passed away. This combination resulted in little training. In the last few months, I have been able to train relatively well. Long rides on weekends of four to five hours, combined with hill training and intervals on the indoor trainer. The result is okay; it could be better, but I am glad I can participate given the circumstances, and I am looking forward to it immensely. It will be an amazing, yet emotional and impactful experience that I will savor to the fullest.

Voorbereiding Alpe d’HuZes 2024

Regarding the sponsorship money, I have decided to personally double the final amount I raise. Hopefully, this will encourage everyone to give generously, but know that every donation is greatly appreciated.

I want to thank everyone in advance for their support, and of course, I will give everything I have on the mountain! 🙂! One last important word:


Don't forget to enjoy life, the little things, the big things, keep things in perspective, and go for it. It's not tomorrow, but now! ❤️

 

Do you want to contribute to Toine's mission to fight cancer? Donate here!

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TikTok's success formula: Go Viral or Go Home

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Gemeente Breda: nauwer verbonden met inwoners dankzij krachtige content

We spraken met Pleun Eykman, inmiddels 8 jaar werkzaam bij Gemeente Breda. Hier werkt Pleun aan de (door)ontwikkeling van alle online kanalen. Zij werkt aan een succesvolle content- en kanalenstrategie voor de gemeente door middel van online monitoring, data-analyse en contentcreatie. En daar speelt Coosto een belangrijke rol in. 

BREDA TOEN ? & ? NU 

Ginnekenmarkt in 1933 vs vandaag! Ontdek de eeuwenoude waterpomp en café Boerke Verschuren, voorheen 'De Vrachtwagen'. Deze plek is nog steeds het middelpunt van het Ginneken, vooral tijdens carnaval ? 

? Stadsarchief Breda pic.twitter.com/4jj2NJIzLY

— Gemeente Breda (@breda) February 13, 2024

 

Efficiënt samenwerken binnen één tool

Binnen de gemeente Breda maken meerdere afdelingen gebruik van Coosto. Zo zorgt het klantcontactcentrum (KCC) voor de afhandeling van alle binnenkomende privéberichten, via Whatsapp en de social media kanalen, en is de Newsroom, onderdeel van team Communicatie, verantwoordelijk voor webcare bij openbare reacties, mediamonitoring, het beheer van social media en data-analyses.

Binnen de verschillende afdelingen kunnen collega’s gemakkelijk werk van elkaar overnemen, dankzij de overzichtelijke tool van Coosto. Niet alleen binnen, maar ook tussen verschillende afdelingen van Gemeente Breda gaat de samenwerking een stuk vloeiender door het werken met een content & social media tool.

‘’Coosto zorgt ervoor dat we nauwer en efficiënter samen kunnen werken: tussen het KCC en de Newsroom wordt wekelijks afgestemd wat er in de contentkalender staat voor komende dagen’’, zegt Pleun. ‘’Doordat het KCC weet wat er gecommuniceerd wordt, kunnen ze anticiperen op specifieke vragen rondom bepaalde thema’s en onderwerpen.’’ 

       

Publish contentkalender_Gemeente Breda
           

 

Buiten naar binnen halen

Een succesvolle contentstrategie begint bij het ophalen van de juiste informatie. Daarin speelt de Newsroom van gemeente Breda de hoofdrol. De Newsroom houdt balans in wat er gecommuniceerd wordt naar buiten via social media. ''We vinden het belangrijk om te kijken wat er in de stad leeft en in te spelen op de behoeften van de inwoners.’’, aldus Pleun.

De Newsroom bewaakt dit vanuit de online kanalen en zorgt ervoor dat de online communicatie luistert naar de mening van inwoners en hier proactief op reageert en inspeelt. De Newsroom zorgt binnen de organisatie voor het in verbinding brengen van de binnen- en buitenwereld. Het doel als gemeente is om impact te maken bij de inwoners met maatschappelijke onderwerpen die belangrijk zijn in het dagelijks leven. Zoals de energietransitie, betaalbaar wonen voor iedereen, maar ook veiligheid en gezondheid. 

‘’Coosto vormt de basis van hoe wij als Newsroom werken.’’ 

De Newsroom bij gemeente Breda maakt hiervoor veel gebruik van Listen, de media monitor van Coosto. ‘’Listen geeft ons goed inzicht in de opinie van onze inwoners.’’, volgens Pleun. ‘’Zo weten we beter wat er bij de inwoners speelt, en hoe dit in verbinding kan worden gebracht met de thema’s en onderwerpen vanuit de gemeente.’’

       

Listen omgevingsanalyse Gemeente Breda
           

 

Met behulp van Listen creëert Pleun zoekopdrachten om te monitoren wat er online gedeeld wordt over de gemeente en vooral door de inwoners van Breda. Maar ook bij belangrijke gebeurtenissen, zoals de verkiezingen of een crisis zoals een grote brand in de stad, is het essentieel om te weten wat er gezegd wordt. Met behulp van Listen maakt Pleun in een handomdraai omgevingsanalyses: ‘’Zo zijn we altijd op de hoogte van wat er online gedeeld wordt en hoe we daar op in moeten haken.’’ 


‘’Ik ben groot fan van de zoekhulp in Coosto. Daarmee heb ik binnen een handomdraai een zoekopdracht gemaakt om het laatste nieuws en berichten te monitoren.’’ 

 

Het contentproces van A tot Z

Het contentproces van gemeente Breda begint bij het verzamelen van informatie en inzichten in de behoeften van inwoners, door middel van de media monitor van Coosto. Die inzichten vormen gedeeltelijk de basis voor de social media content. De creatie, verspreiding over de verschillende social media kanalen en de analyse van social media content gebeurt ook allemaal in Coosto.

‘’Wij gebruiken Coosto voor het contentproces van A tot Z. Coosto vormt de basis van onze werkzaamheden binnen de Newsroom van Gemeente Breda.’’

Vervolgens worden alle social media posts in de contentkalender ingepland. Gemeente Breda plant veel vooruit en werkt met vaste thema’s en rubrieken. Aan de hand van de labels in de contentkalender worden alle posts gecategoriseerd. De labels worden daarnaast ingezet om de rubriek aan te duiden, zoals ‘wist-je-datjes’ en weekendtips, en het format van de content, bijvoorbeeld afbeeldingen en video’s.

 

Veel content staat al op de planning, maar is in afwachting van het juiste moment om naar buiten gebracht te worden. Pleun: ‘’Denk aan het aanvragen van de energiebijdrage. Hier communiceren we natuurlijk niet over op een zonnige dag wanneer iedereen op het terras zit. Dan staat niemands hoofd naar zo’n onderwerp, terwijl het voor veel inwoners wel echt belangrijk is. We zetten dit soort content alvast klaar in de contentkalender, maar wachten het juiste moment af om dit daadwerkelijk te posten.‘’ 

Verbeteren en verbinden dankzij data

De resultaten van alle social media content worden nauwkeurig geanalyseerd. Zo bepaalt Pleun of bepaalde rubrieken nog steeds aanslaan bij de inwoners van Breda, en welke social media posts het beste presteren.

‘’Alle keuzes voor content maken we op basis van data, uit de overzichtelijke dashboards van Coosto’’

Labels vormen de basis voor de data-analyse: per label wordt een dashboard gemaakt, om te tracken hoe de content van een bepaald onderwerp of specifieke rubriek presteert. Per kwartaal analyseren we de verschillende labels, zodat we continu op zoek blijven naar verbeteringen aan de hand van data.

‘’Handmatig alle kanalen analyseren is ondenkbaar: met Coosto zet ik binnen een paar minuten een overzichtelijk en betrouwbaar rapport neer.’’

       

Report social media statistieken Gemeente Breda
           

 

‘’In een paar minuten maak ik een makkelijk overzicht op basis van zoekopdrachten of labels’’, zegt Pleun. ‘’Daarmee breng ik snel in kaart wat wel werkt en wat niet op onze social media kanalen. Zo kijk ik bijvoorbeeld wat het effect is als we een video plaatsen bij een post of juist een afbeelding.’’


Gemeente Breda en Coosto: sterk verbonden

Coosto speelt een cruciale rol in het succesvol communiceren en betrekken van de inwoners van Gemeente Breda. Van belangrijke inzichten door omgevingsanalyses, tot het snel kunnen reageren op prangende vragen en proactief communiceren over belangrijke thema’s: de content & social media tool van Coosto is een overzichtelijk, efficiënt en bovenal betrouwbaar platform voor gemeente Breda.

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The best times to post on X in 2024

X is the perfect social media platform for quick updates and news articles. This social media channel is the online spot to create a large reach: if you manage to create a domino effect with your content, then X is the opportunity to make world news. So, on this social media channel, the general advice is to post right away on X.

But not every post on X is as time-bound as just mentioned. Are you aiming for specific results, such as more engagement or conversions? Then you'll find the perfect moments here to achieve those goals. That's why we delved into the numbers and researched the ideal times for maximum results for each of those goals. 

The best times for more reach on X

Best times X Twitter reach

Best day to post on X
Monday

Peak times for more reach on X

  • Monday at 16:00
  • Tuesday at 10:00
  • Saturday at 12:00 and 16:00

For X, we see a gradual decline in reach as the week progresses. Our tip: post at the beginning of the week if you want to create a large reach with your post.

Do you want to post on a different day? Peak times on X occur around lunchtime (1:00 PM) and at the end of the afternoon (5:00 PM).

When we zoom in further, we see that Monday at 4:00 PM is the best time to post. We also see more activity on Tuesday morning and Saturday afternoon.

 

The best times for more engagement on X

Best times Engagement Twitter X

Best day to post on X
Monday

Peak times for more engagement on X

  • Monday at 16:00 and 19:00
  • Tuesday at 10:00
  • Wednesday at 12:00

The same applies to more engagement on X: post at the beginning of the week. Monday stands out in particular. Additionally, noon is the absolute peak moment during the week, along with 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.


The best times for more conversions on X

Best times clicks conversions Twitter X

Best days to post on X
Monday

Peak times for more conversions on X

  • Monday at 6:00 PM
  • Thursday at 9:00 PM
  • Friday at 10:00 AM

It's hardly a surprise anymore. Even if you want to maximize the number of conversions, a post on Monday yields the most results.

When we look at the number of clicks per hour, the distribution is fairly even throughout the day, with a slight peak at 9:00 PM.
 

The best times to post for every platform

Are you curious about the best times for other social media channels, such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn? You'll find them in this overview.

Do you always want to post directly at the best time? With Coosto's Prime Time, you can post with one click at the best moment for your account, your industry, or the platform in general. Based on previous posts, this handy feature calculates which times yield the most results.

Uncategoried

Alpe d'HuZes and Coosto: Why Toine participates in the Alpe d'HuZes

Helping to fight the disease

My personal motivation to participate in Alpe d’HuZes stems from a strong desire to help combat the disease. I've had this feeling for a long time, and it grew stronger when I started my own business. My first company sponsored good causes from the very beginning, and I was fortunate that the business allowed for it. I believe that when you are in a unique position as an entrepreneur to sponsor good causes, you should do so. Entrepreneurship is not just about starting new ventures, growing revenue, or making a profit; it is also about making connections, development, life, and contributing to society.

Ondernemen is niet alleen nieuwe avonturen starten, de omzet laten groeien of winst maken, het is ook verbinding maken, ontwikkelen, leven en bijdragen aan de maatschappij.

Coosto & charities

From the start, Coosto has sponsored various good causes, but a few years ago, we decided to fully focus on sponsoring cancer research and treatment. This includes supporting organizations like KWF, the Princess Máxima Center for Pediatric Oncology, smaller and sometimes personal initiatives, and we have been proud sponsors of the wonderful Alpe d’HuZes for eight years now.

Alpe d'HuZes en Coosto warriors 2024

Nothing is taken for granted anymore when dealing with cancer

As the years pass, I'm now 53, I have become increasingly aware of how lucky I am that my family, immediate relatives, and friends are in relatively good health. 

I often reflect on the special things in life, such as the fresh scent of an early morning or freshly cut grass, the colorful display of clouds and light during a sunset, peacefully grazing cows in a meadow, or an energizing techno percussion set blasting from the speakers during a car ride. I can enjoy these things without worry, without medical stress, and that feels like pure happiness. I wish this for everyone. All these so-called givens are no longer so obvious when you are ill or when someone you love is sick. These 'trivialities' then suddenly become special moments of happiness. 

Of course, this is different for everyone, and everyone experiences it in their own way. But if my company and I can contribute, even if it is just a drop in the ocean, to fighting cancer with the goal of increasing moments of happiness, then that is the best thing there is.

Niks is meer vanzelfsprekend als je te maken hebt met kanker

Alpe d’HuZes 2023

As mentioned, I am an entrepreneur, and from that background, I also wanted to participate and ride up the mountain as an Alpe d’HuZes participant. I love challenges, especially when they are tough.

In 2023, it was time; we participated for the first time, not just as sponsors but also by cycling and running. Being opportunistic, I thought I could just ride up the mountain. After all, it was just over 15 km; I used to cycle that distance to school, it couldn't be that hard. I started training by cycling about 40 km every weekend. With three months to go and extreme weather like snow and frost, I bought an indoor bike trainer to train at home. The advantage of this device was that I could simulate the climb of Alpe d'Huez, and that became my new training goal: climbing Alpe d’Huez as often as possible on the indoor trainer in the attic.

The first time I did it, I was in for a rude wake-up call. I started too fast, and as a result, 30 minutes later, I was completely exhausted and could barely move forward. It was one of my toughest sports experiences ever. I finished the training, but I was utterly wrecked, and the next day I could barely walk due to muscle soreness. That was a serious wake-up call. I realized I had severely underestimated it and that serious work was needed.

I began by reading up on how to train for climbing a mountain by bike. I read training schedules, watched various YouTube videos, and, on the advice of an enthusiastic cycling colleague (thanks for the tip, Stan), listened to the 'Beter Worden' podcast by Laurens ten Dam and gradually adjusted my training. I learned how to train based on wattage, how to adjust my diet, incorporate varied training, and the importance of a good night's sleep. Ultimately, the preparation for 2023 was too short, but I couldn't complain; Team Coosto did fantastic, and it left us wanting more, so we signed up for 2024 immediately.

De Alpe d’HuZes 2023

Preperations Alpe d’HuZes 2024

This time, I planned to start training much earlier, but unexpected business circumstances threw a wrench in the works, and then my mother suddenly passed away. This combination resulted in little training. In the last few months, I have been able to train relatively well. Long rides on weekends of four to five hours, combined with hill training and intervals on the indoor trainer. The result is okay; it could be better, but I am glad I can participate given the circumstances, and I am looking forward to it immensely. It will be an amazing, yet emotional and impactful experience that I will savor to the fullest.

Voorbereiding Alpe d’HuZes 2024

Regarding the sponsorship money, I have decided to personally double the final amount I raise. Hopefully, this will encourage everyone to give generously, but know that every donation is greatly appreciated.

I want to thank everyone in advance for their support, and of course, I will give everything I have on the mountain! 🙂! One last important word:


Don't forget to enjoy life, the little things, the big things, keep things in perspective, and go for it. It's not tomorrow, but now! ❤️

 

Do you want to contribute to Toine's mission to fight cancer? Donate here!

Uncategoried

Gemeente Breda: nauwer verbonden met inwoners dankzij krachtige content

We spraken met Pleun Eykman, inmiddels 8 jaar werkzaam bij Gemeente Breda. Hier werkt Pleun aan de (door)ontwikkeling van alle online kanalen. Zij werkt aan een succesvolle content- en kanalenstrategie voor de gemeente door middel van online monitoring, data-analyse en contentcreatie. En daar speelt Coosto een belangrijke rol in. 

BREDA TOEN ? & ? NU 

Ginnekenmarkt in 1933 vs vandaag! Ontdek de eeuwenoude waterpomp en café Boerke Verschuren, voorheen 'De Vrachtwagen'. Deze plek is nog steeds het middelpunt van het Ginneken, vooral tijdens carnaval ? 

? Stadsarchief Breda pic.twitter.com/4jj2NJIzLY

— Gemeente Breda (@breda) February 13, 2024

 

Efficiënt samenwerken binnen één tool

Binnen de gemeente Breda maken meerdere afdelingen gebruik van Coosto. Zo zorgt het klantcontactcentrum (KCC) voor de afhandeling van alle binnenkomende privéberichten, via Whatsapp en de social media kanalen, en is de Newsroom, onderdeel van team Communicatie, verantwoordelijk voor webcare bij openbare reacties, mediamonitoring, het beheer van social media en data-analyses.

Binnen de verschillende afdelingen kunnen collega’s gemakkelijk werk van elkaar overnemen, dankzij de overzichtelijke tool van Coosto. Niet alleen binnen, maar ook tussen verschillende afdelingen van Gemeente Breda gaat de samenwerking een stuk vloeiender door het werken met een content & social media tool.

‘’Coosto zorgt ervoor dat we nauwer en efficiënter samen kunnen werken: tussen het KCC en de Newsroom wordt wekelijks afgestemd wat er in de contentkalender staat voor komende dagen’’, zegt Pleun. ‘’Doordat het KCC weet wat er gecommuniceerd wordt, kunnen ze anticiperen op specifieke vragen rondom bepaalde thema’s en onderwerpen.’’ 

       

Publish contentkalender_Gemeente Breda
           

 

Buiten naar binnen halen

Een succesvolle contentstrategie begint bij het ophalen van de juiste informatie. Daarin speelt de Newsroom van gemeente Breda de hoofdrol. De Newsroom houdt balans in wat er gecommuniceerd wordt naar buiten via social media. ''We vinden het belangrijk om te kijken wat er in de stad leeft en in te spelen op de behoeften van de inwoners.’’, aldus Pleun.

De Newsroom bewaakt dit vanuit de online kanalen en zorgt ervoor dat de online communicatie luistert naar de mening van inwoners en hier proactief op reageert en inspeelt. De Newsroom zorgt binnen de organisatie voor het in verbinding brengen van de binnen- en buitenwereld. Het doel als gemeente is om impact te maken bij de inwoners met maatschappelijke onderwerpen die belangrijk zijn in het dagelijks leven. Zoals de energietransitie, betaalbaar wonen voor iedereen, maar ook veiligheid en gezondheid. 

‘’Coosto vormt de basis van hoe wij als Newsroom werken.’’ 

De Newsroom bij gemeente Breda maakt hiervoor veel gebruik van Listen, de media monitor van Coosto. ‘’Listen geeft ons goed inzicht in de opinie van onze inwoners.’’, volgens Pleun. ‘’Zo weten we beter wat er bij de inwoners speelt, en hoe dit in verbinding kan worden gebracht met de thema’s en onderwerpen vanuit de gemeente.’’

       

Listen omgevingsanalyse Gemeente Breda
           

 

Met behulp van Listen creëert Pleun zoekopdrachten om te monitoren wat er online gedeeld wordt over de gemeente en vooral door de inwoners van Breda. Maar ook bij belangrijke gebeurtenissen, zoals de verkiezingen of een crisis zoals een grote brand in de stad, is het essentieel om te weten wat er gezegd wordt. Met behulp van Listen maakt Pleun in een handomdraai omgevingsanalyses: ‘’Zo zijn we altijd op de hoogte van wat er online gedeeld wordt en hoe we daar op in moeten haken.’’ 


‘’Ik ben groot fan van de zoekhulp in Coosto. Daarmee heb ik binnen een handomdraai een zoekopdracht gemaakt om het laatste nieuws en berichten te monitoren.’’ 

 

Het contentproces van A tot Z

Het contentproces van gemeente Breda begint bij het verzamelen van informatie en inzichten in de behoeften van inwoners, door middel van de media monitor van Coosto. Die inzichten vormen gedeeltelijk de basis voor de social media content. De creatie, verspreiding over de verschillende social media kanalen en de analyse van social media content gebeurt ook allemaal in Coosto.

‘’Wij gebruiken Coosto voor het contentproces van A tot Z. Coosto vormt de basis van onze werkzaamheden binnen de Newsroom van Gemeente Breda.’’

Vervolgens worden alle social media posts in de contentkalender ingepland. Gemeente Breda plant veel vooruit en werkt met vaste thema’s en rubrieken. Aan de hand van de labels in de contentkalender worden alle posts gecategoriseerd. De labels worden daarnaast ingezet om de rubriek aan te duiden, zoals ‘wist-je-datjes’ en weekendtips, en het format van de content, bijvoorbeeld afbeeldingen en video’s.

 

Veel content staat al op de planning, maar is in afwachting van het juiste moment om naar buiten gebracht te worden. Pleun: ‘’Denk aan het aanvragen van de energiebijdrage. Hier communiceren we natuurlijk niet over op een zonnige dag wanneer iedereen op het terras zit. Dan staat niemands hoofd naar zo’n onderwerp, terwijl het voor veel inwoners wel echt belangrijk is. We zetten dit soort content alvast klaar in de contentkalender, maar wachten het juiste moment af om dit daadwerkelijk te posten.‘’ 

Verbeteren en verbinden dankzij data

De resultaten van alle social media content worden nauwkeurig geanalyseerd. Zo bepaalt Pleun of bepaalde rubrieken nog steeds aanslaan bij de inwoners van Breda, en welke social media posts het beste presteren.

‘’Alle keuzes voor content maken we op basis van data, uit de overzichtelijke dashboards van Coosto’’

Labels vormen de basis voor de data-analyse: per label wordt een dashboard gemaakt, om te tracken hoe de content van een bepaald onderwerp of specifieke rubriek presteert. Per kwartaal analyseren we de verschillende labels, zodat we continu op zoek blijven naar verbeteringen aan de hand van data.

‘’Handmatig alle kanalen analyseren is ondenkbaar: met Coosto zet ik binnen een paar minuten een overzichtelijk en betrouwbaar rapport neer.’’

       

Report social media statistieken Gemeente Breda
           

 

‘’In een paar minuten maak ik een makkelijk overzicht op basis van zoekopdrachten of labels’’, zegt Pleun. ‘’Daarmee breng ik snel in kaart wat wel werkt en wat niet op onze social media kanalen. Zo kijk ik bijvoorbeeld wat het effect is als we een video plaatsen bij een post of juist een afbeelding.’’


Gemeente Breda en Coosto: sterk verbonden

Coosto speelt een cruciale rol in het succesvol communiceren en betrekken van de inwoners van Gemeente Breda. Van belangrijke inzichten door omgevingsanalyses, tot het snel kunnen reageren op prangende vragen en proactief communiceren over belangrijke thema’s: de content & social media tool van Coosto is een overzichtelijk, efficiënt en bovenal betrouwbaar platform voor gemeente Breda.

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The best times to post on X in 2024

X is the perfect social media platform for quick updates and news articles. This social media channel is the online spot to create a large reach: if you manage to create a domino effect with your content, then X is the opportunity to make world news. So, on this social media channel, the general advice is to post right away on X.

But not every post on X is as time-bound as just mentioned. Are you aiming for specific results, such as more engagement or conversions? Then you'll find the perfect moments here to achieve those goals. That's why we delved into the numbers and researched the ideal times for maximum results for each of those goals. 

The best times for more reach on X

Best times X Twitter reach

Best day to post on X
Monday

Peak times for more reach on X

  • Monday at 16:00
  • Tuesday at 10:00
  • Saturday at 12:00 and 16:00

For X, we see a gradual decline in reach as the week progresses. Our tip: post at the beginning of the week if you want to create a large reach with your post.

Do you want to post on a different day? Peak times on X occur around lunchtime (1:00 PM) and at the end of the afternoon (5:00 PM).

When we zoom in further, we see that Monday at 4:00 PM is the best time to post. We also see more activity on Tuesday morning and Saturday afternoon.

 

The best times for more engagement on X

Best times Engagement Twitter X

Best day to post on X
Monday

Peak times for more engagement on X

  • Monday at 16:00 and 19:00
  • Tuesday at 10:00
  • Wednesday at 12:00

The same applies to more engagement on X: post at the beginning of the week. Monday stands out in particular. Additionally, noon is the absolute peak moment during the week, along with 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.


The best times for more conversions on X

Best times clicks conversions Twitter X

Best days to post on X
Monday

Peak times for more conversions on X

  • Monday at 6:00 PM
  • Thursday at 9:00 PM
  • Friday at 10:00 AM

It's hardly a surprise anymore. Even if you want to maximize the number of conversions, a post on Monday yields the most results.

When we look at the number of clicks per hour, the distribution is fairly even throughout the day, with a slight peak at 9:00 PM.
 

The best times to post for every platform

Are you curious about the best times for other social media channels, such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn? You'll find them in this overview.

Do you always want to post directly at the best time? With Coosto's Prime Time, you can post with one click at the best moment for your account, your industry, or the platform in general. Based on previous posts, this handy feature calculates which times yield the most results.

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