Social networks are becoming more and more popular. More than 80% of the 4.66 billion people on the planet with access to the internet are social network users… and this share is expected to grow! A few years ago, we were happy to get likes from friends and relatives; today, we share tips and skills, […]
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Whether you’re launching a new small business or already have an existing one, you need to develop a marketing strategy that prioritizes a strong online presence. With 97% of people researching local businesses online, it’s essential to meet potential customers where they spend the most time on. However, growing your small business in the digital […]
30-second summary: Hyperlocal SEO will help struggling communities salvage their local businesses. Moz surveyed over 1,400 local business marketers and more than half said they plan to implement Google’s new features to support COVID-19 affected businesses. Five under-rated yet crucial parameters marketers need to stay on top of. Sarah Bird’s special tips to optimize audience […]
Social media is an undeniable part of the B2B digital environment. Modern customers expect you to be available online to entertain, educate, and answer questions they may have. With 74% of global marketers investing in social media marketing, the channel allows you to connect with your audience, increase brand awareness, handle customer service, and even […]
To establish your place as a thought leader and trustworthy authority in your industry, you need to publish original, high-level content. But writing effective thought leadership content is no easy task. Taking the time and effort to learn how to create high-authority content is worth the effort. A 2019 survey of 1,000 senior executives found that, despite […]
You want your blog to knock it out of the park. But where should you start? One of the most effective tactics to take your content to the next level is by studying the world’s best large company blogs. Learn what makes their content marketing strategy stand apart from that of their competitors, and you’ll have an […]
The first 200 people to click my link https://brilliant.org/COLDFUSION/ will get 20% off their annual Premium subscription! — About ColdFusion —ColdFusion is an Australian based online media company independently run by Dagogo Altraide since 2009. Topics cover anything in science, technology, history and business in a calm and relaxed environment. If you enjoy my content, […]
Every B2B sale has an origin story. Some are low-drama and linear. Most, though, feature a colorful cast of stakeholders and a twisting plot. As buying committees expand and become more meticulous with their processes, an increasing percentage of origin stories are full-scale sagas. B2B deals can and have come together a million different ways. […]
30-second summary: In the “coexisting with-COVID-19” world, an average user is now spending “Remote” is the new usual. Using the avenue of YouTube for your business can be an open-ended option to help with marketing and product promotions during the COVID-19 crisis. If you think this is an approachable recommendation for your business, here’s how […]
Closing a single deal often involves several contacts with a high-quality prospect. Even after the sale, your team is likely committing hours to managing relationships, answering questions, fulfilling orders and providing other support services via phone calls, emails, meetings, social media and other channels. It adds up. Multiply that by the number of customers you […]
Coronavirus has changed the world and how we think about healthcare, forcing a radical rethink of what customer experience means in a rapidly changing – and increasingly digital – landscape. It has never been easy for healthcare companies to deliver the customer-centric experience that people desire – and today, demand. The journey is fragmented, with […]
Every year is the Year of the Customer. The traditional, tried-and-true marketing methods of getting people to know about your brand and buy your products are no longer as effective as they once were. Successful marketing strategies in 2020 and beyond will focus on creating great customer experiences and building relationships with your audience. This […]
We’ve been writing a lot about how employee engagement is the future of content marketing. And many of our current clients are tapping into our experience in building marketing programs that scale using personal brands with true authenticity. So we are re-posting one of our most popular articles ever on the power of building your […]
I’m a big believer in making the content you publish the hub around which your content marketing strategy revolves. However, to rock content marketing in today’s omni-channel world, social media plays a key supporting role. For that reason, it pays to learn how to leverage social media to draw your target audience into your content […]
As a social media manager, you’re charged with big responsibilities: communicating authentically, striking the right tone, and acting as a brand steward. And in many cases, you need to squeeze all that into a tight space (that’s a nod to the maximum number of characters you’re often aiming to hit). On the one hand, you’ve […]
Analyzing successful digital marketing campaign examples can shed light on what works, what doesn’t, and what audiences respond to. Unique ads, innovative uses of video and social media, and carefully crafted messaging from brands outside of your industry can inspire your marketing efforts. While we believe that always-on marketing gives you a much better chance […]
30-second summary: Take advantage of Google’s search market domination with two spots on the first page of Google – Local pack and localized organic search results. Optimize for high converting local keywords, establish a local content schedule, and more. Founder of Digital Ducats Inc. shares a thorough guide on everything you need for a successful local […]
When developing a content marketing strategy for your business, you probably put a lot of thought into your goals, audience, content channels, and the types of content you will produce. But many businesses overlook one of the most effective strategies: engaging their employees and turning them into employee advocates. Quick Takeaways: Employees can be the […]
30-second summary: Brand health is an umbrella term for metrics that shows you how well your brand is doing. These metrics include – Net promoter score, share of voice, brand reputation, unprompted brand recall, prompted brand recall, purchase intent, and brand equity. Founder and CMO at SEO PowerSuite and Awario, Aleh Barysevich, walks you through […]
As we’re rapidly approaching the end of the year, it’s a great time to look ahead at where we’re going and the marketing trends we’re likely to see more of in 2020. I’ve already touched on how we can expect marketing to evolve on a strategic level, and in this article, I’ll be looking in more […]
30-second summary: Google has the ability to measure content quality signals like never before, and with each new Core Update, they understand content quality more as humans do. Google uses different search models depending on the search query, meaning ranking signals can vary depending on search intent. In a recent correlation analysis we did in […]
Today, we’re going to be covering additional sales channels. Just like leveraging Amazon, additional sales channels, all the other platforms out there like Walmart, eBay, they’re actually very similar. So going over them, implementing them, it’s actually not going to be too hard. RESOURCES & LINKS: ____________________________________________Download the assets mentioned in this video: https://neilpatel.com/training/ eCommerce […]
30-second summary: Research reveals that more than two-thirds of the world’s Instagram accounts follow at least one active company or business venture. This makes it essential for digital marketers to establish their brands’ online presence and successfully source more leads. Bhavik Soni shares the top 10 media tactics to generate more leads on Instagram which […]
30-second summary: Customer reviews are a powerful tool that helps businesses understand what they are doing right and where there’s room for improvement. To efficiently collect client reviews, use multiple channels to encourage users to share their feedback both internally and on third-party platforms. Negative customer feedback is especially precious as, if handled properly, it […]
You’ve read all the advice. You’ve started a corporate blog or a branded content hub. Then you published a ton of articles that run the gamut from your company’s response to the news story du jour to how your new gadget works. Then – crickets. It might be tough hearing it – but just publishing […]
As a business, you’re always looking for ways to sell your products or services. Content marketing is a great way to do so: When you generate informative, useful, and interesting content for your audience, you can also directly or indirectly sell your products or services to them. Doing so will not only help sell the […]
30-second summary: Podcasting can add a new dimension to your brand and content marketing strategy. There are many ways you can approach this, utilizing different mediums, channels, and distribution methods to accomplish this, but many content marketers stick to the basics, almost exclusively focusing on written content. Georgi Todorov shares a comprehensive guide on […]
Every week I speak to a few startup founders, B2B marketers, consumer brands, even other marketing agencies who are struggling to break through in this crazy and noisy world. And they are all looking to find a Content Marketing Agency to help them grow their business. That’s why content marketing agencies are thriving right now […]
Employee advocacy is the new influencer marketing. By activating your employees to be passionate about their work and your company, you can grow them into your most dedicated and authentic brand ambassadors, which boosts your brand reputation and attracts new talent. Employee advocacy on social media is essentially the promotion of your brand, products, services, […]
What makes a strategy successful? Big picture vision. The marketers that know where their brand story began, where it is right now and how they want it to be perceived six months from now, and six years down the road, are the ones capable of drafting a roadmap that will actually take them to where […]
If you’re a content marketer, you know how important it is for you to have a variety of B2B marketing tactics up your sleeves. They can help you generate awareness around your brand, expand your reach, drive more sales leads, and so much more. Syndicating content does a little bit of all that. When you […]
30-second summary: SEO has evolved to cover a wide range of efforts that contribute to traffic generation. The easiest way to improve search visibility is to have an arsenal of tactics at your disposal for creating a top-ranking page. Improving the quality of content and backlinks are prime ranking factors that influence the placement of […]
A modern CMO needs a lot more than just marketing skills. In Chapter 4 of Mean People Suck, I explore the problem that many brands are facing these days: Consumers are becoming increasingly turned off by traditional marketing and are abandoning brands that don’t have a mission bigger than trying to sell their products. To […]
30-second summary: Apparently, it’s crucial to track your reputation in order to prevent PR crises. Moreover, monitoring your reputation enables you to discover valuable customer insights. Founder and CMO at SEO PowerSuite and Awario, Aleh Barysevich, shares a strategy to tackle the challenges of online reputation management. Right from setting up your online reputation management (ORM) […]
Guest Post by Lead Generation Specialist Lauren Johnson Content marketing drives free traffic to this website everyday. Michael Brenner posts new blog articles consistently 2-3 times per week and generates a couple thousand visitors every day – nearly a million page views every year. But what happens once Marketing Insider Group gets that traffic? How […]
30-second summary: Even though brands have grasped the importance of UX, not all brands are doing it the right way.A new report released by ecommerce design specialists Xigen has revealed that UK consumers feel they are being tricked by brands using what are considered dark UX patterns.A huge 90% of people in the UK believe that it […]
Content quality vs. content quantity. How much content is enough? How good does it need to be? I wrote a version of this post 7 years ago. Then, I was the closing keynote for a content marketing event recently where I realized the debate still rages. So here is an update! Every business struggles with […]
During our recent virtual event on Marketing for Today’s Evolving World of Work, one panelist shared a definition of “trust” I hadn’t heard before, courtesy of Oxford professor Rachel Bostman: a confident relationship with the unknown. (Via Rachel Botsman on Twitter) What better way to frame the term, and marketing’s role, in our current climate? […]
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