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What is Employer Branding, and Why Does It Matter?

Aspiration Marketing

In today's hyper-competitive job market, securing top talent is no longer a luxury; it's a necessity. With countless companies vying for the same skilled professionals, standing out has become exponentially challenging. A staggering 80% of candidates now research a company's culture before applying, underscoring the critical role that employer reputation plays in the hiring process.

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What is an AI winter and is one coming?

Search Engine Land

AI winter is a term that describes funding cuts in research and development of artificial intelligence systems. This usually follows after a period of overhype and under-delivery in the expectations of AI systems capabilities. Does this sound like today’s AI? Over the past few months, we’ve observed several key generative AI systems failing to meet the promise of investors and Silicon Valley executives – from the recent launch of Open AI’s GPT-4o model to Google’s AI Overviews to Perspecti

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Google August 2024 core update rollout is now complete

Search Engine Land

Google’s August 2024 core update is now done rolling out, a Google spokesperson told us. It started on August 15, 2024 and completed 19 days later on September 3, 2024. This update caused a lot of ranking movement and changes to the overall Google Search results. As we said before, this update is not just a normal core update. The August 2024 core update took into account the feedback Google heard since the September 2023 helpful content update that seemed to have a negative impact on many sma

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Google Ads unveils advanced performance planner for YouTube campaigns

Martech

Google Ads launched advanced “Performance Planner” plans, now including tailored strategies for YouTube campaigns, focusing on demand gen for both Action and Awareness goals. Why we care. The new plans allow advertisers to better align their full marketing strategy with campaign goals, offering customizable options for budget, ad format, buying method, and campaign objectives—whether aiming for conversions or building brand awareness.

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Accelerate Your Marketing with Automation: A Quickstart Guide

Ready to streamline your marketing efforts and achieve more with less? Our guide provides a step-by-step roadmap to: Build a Strong Foundation: Set up your automation infrastructure for success. Execute Proven Tactics: Implement effective strategies to nurture leads and drive conversions. Measure and Optimize: Track your results and make data-driven adjustments.

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To Gate or Not to Gate? Is That Really the Question?

Content Marketing Institute

Gating content is a controversial move in some marketing circles. Sales teams want gated content because it drives qualified leads. Some marketing teams say gating creates a barrier between potential audiences (and search engines) and great content. Who’s right?

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8 Top Brainstorming Techniques to Help You Write Killer Emails

AWeber

I can’t think of anything to write. Sound familiar? Of course it does. It's one of the top reasons our customers give us for letting their email marketing flatline. They just run out of ideas or topics to write about. Even pro writers come up with major email block. Ann Handley, co-founder of Marketing Profs and the popular book "Everybody Writes," only sent two emails to her subscribers in 2017.

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Free trial vs. demo: What’s more effective in B2B SaaS ads?

Martech

The customer journey for B2B software is long and complex for everything but the most basic, inexpensive products. Regardless of the complexity of the product or process, it’s safe to say most B2B SaaS buyers want to see the product in action before they invest. In response, vendors have several strategies to get the product in front of prospects. Free trials: Users try the software for a limited number of days.

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8 Ways To Ensure That Your Content Is Accessible

Content Marketing Institute

Accessible digital content is a must-do for any marketer and brand. To help you welcome all members of your target audience and adhere to accessibility laws, follow these eight tips.

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Five Essentials for Marketing Performance Measurement Systems

The CMO Survey

The post Five Essentials for Marketing Performance Measurement Systems appeared first on The CMO Survey.

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What is AI, and Why Does It Matter?

Aspiration Marketing

We are diving into the world of AI, exploring what it is, how it works, and why it's rapidly changing our world. From understanding the difference between machine learning and deep learning to exploring the countless industries AI is transforming, we'll break down this complex topic and reveal why it matters to all of us.

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Data Modeling for Direct Mail: Boosting Multi-Channel Reach and Response

Speaker: Jesse Simms, VP at Giant Partners

This new, thought-provoking webinar will explore how even incremental efforts and investments in your data can have a tremendous impact on your direct mail and multi-channel marketing campaign results! Industry expert Jesse Simms, VP at Giant Partners, will share real-life case studies and best practices from client direct mail and digital campaigns where data modeling strategies pinpointed audience members, increasing their propensity to respond – and buy.

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How to improve brand visibility in organic search

Search Engine Land

Brand visibility measures how well a brand is known and how often potential customers encounter it across various channels, such as search engines, social media, advertising, public relations or word-of-mouth. High brand visibility means that a brand is easily recognizable, leading to increased awareness, customer trust and, eventually, higher sales.

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3 ways to use data analytics to connect with Hispanic consumers

Martech

Data analytics is essential for marketers to understand and engage their target audiences. This is especially true when reaching distinct customer segments or attempting to broaden reach into new ones. For businesses serving — or seeking to serve — the U.S. Hispanic market, data analytics is invaluable for optimizing marketing programs to this demographic’s unique needs and preferences while enhancing the overall customer journey.

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Will AI in martech make buyer experiences better or worse? It depends…

Chief Martec

How do you know you’re at the peak of a Hype Cycle? When means outweigh ends. Martech professionals and marketing ops leaders are being driven to apply AI in marketing — use it for something, anything! — with the belief that automating and accelerating things with AI, especially with generative AI, must produce beneficial outcomes. It reminds me of the old joke about the overly-optimistic kid excitedly digging through a giant pile of horse manure, “There must be a pony in here somewh

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Go for the Win-Win: Game Your Paid Media Strategy

Content Marketing Institute

Big brands like Disney and Amazon have upped their advertising options with interactive “advergames.” The technique is a play that B2B marketers should consider for their paid advertising strategies.

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How to Find Common Ground: Account-Based Marketing (ABM) for Team Alignment

Speaker: Alex Moore, Co-Founder of Stratagon Marketing & Technology

Ever wondered why sales and marketing teams often struggle to collaborate effectively? Diverging goals, poor communication, and conflicting strategies frequently create silos, leading to a disconnect where marketing efforts fail to translate into substantial sales conversions. Enter Account-Based Marketing (ABM). ABM aligns marketing and sales efforts toward specific target accounts, fostering personalized interactions with high-value prospects.

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Podcast Production 101: A Beginner's Guide to Launching Your Show

Aspiration Marketing

Have you ever dreamt of sharing your knowledge, passions, or interview skills with a global audience? Podcasts are a fantastic way to do just that! They're a powerful and versatile medium that allows you to connect with listeners on a deeper level than traditional media. However, getting started can be a challenge. Fortunately, this blog will tell you everything you need to know to launch your podcast.

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Google Ads to deprecate enhanced CPC for Search and Display Ads

Search Engine Land

Google Ads will phase out the option to use enhanced cost-per-click (eCPC) for new Search and Display campaigns starting in October. Key dates: October: eCPC option removed for new campaigns. March 2025: All remaining eCPC campaigns transitioned to Manual CPC. Why we care. ECPC is the most light touch of automated bid strategies, so it allowed you to dip your toe into automated bidding without giving Google full control by just working toward a conversion target.

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Apple, Netflix, Google, Ford, and Nike are attending MarTech for free. Are you?

Martech

No company can exist without marketing. And no modern marketer can operate without technology. That’s why thousands of marketers from some of the world’s most iconic brands – from Amazon to Apple, General Mills to Google, Netflix to Nike – are attending MarTech , online September 24-25, for free. Join them to unlock a treasure trove of cutting-edge solutions and strategies that will help you get the most out of your marketing technology investments and drive better business results for your orga

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Professional Relationships: 4 Executive Tips to Improve Your Marketing Success

Hubspot Marketing

Learn how to build professional relationships that don't just open doors — but blow them wide open. Building strong professional relationships is your secret weapon for marketing success. The right connections can open you up to new ideas, reveal valuable opportunities, and give you the insights you need to solve tough problems. As Kieran and I discuss in a recent episode of Marketing Against the Grain , however, building impactful relationships takes more than just attending networking events a

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The Best Times of Day to Contact Leads

Ensure you are contacting leads on their schedule with this report! In our study of over 754,000 leads, we looked at what time of day people are most likely to respond, as well as response rates and qualification rates during business hours and after-hours. Download now to learn more.

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Instagram Reel Strategy: How to Connect, Engage, and Sell

Social Media Examiner

Need help developing a winning Instagram Reels strategy? Wondering how to create Reels that both entertain and sell? In this article, we’ll explore a short-form video strategy that helps you connect, engage, and sell across Instagram and beyond. The Importance of Short-Form Video Instagram has become a powerful platform for businesses and creators to connect […] The post Instagram Reel Strategy: How to Connect, Engage, and Sell appeared first on Social Media Examiner.

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How To Create a Video Strategy for Now and the Future

Content Marketing Institute

Creating more videos for the sake of video won’t get you far (even when the requests come from your CEO or other executives). But a customer-centric video strategy will. Here’s what to consider as you build yours.

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Will ChatGPT be the new Google? The future of search and information retrieval

Search Engine Land

With the emergence of conversational AI models like ChatGPT, there is an increasingly loud debate about how the future of search and information retrieval could evolve. Traditional search engines like Google have long been the primary method for accessing information on the web. Now, advanced AI models offer a new approach to finding and retrieving information.

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Optimized Landing Pages Reduce Ad Costs

Practical eCommerce - Marketing

Algorithms on Google, Meta, and others evaluate an ad and its linked landing page, assigning a relevancy score that influences cost and performance. The post Optimized Landing Pages Reduce Ad Costs appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Do's and Don'ts: How to Pitch Your Press Release to Journalists

Speaker: Michelle Garrett, PR Consultant, Author, Speaker

Yes - press releases are still relevant in the world of public relations! 🎯 Ever wondered how to write a compelling press release, or what are current best practices for pitching your news to earn media coverage? In this exclusive webinar with Michelle Garrett, PR Consultant, we’ll cover tips and advice to help you get the most out of each piece of news you pitch!

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One way or another, cookies are going away

Martech

“At the moment, I feel like the industry has stalled; there’s not much innovation happening because everyone is waiting to see what Google does.” That was Amit Kotecha, CMO at digital advertising , audience insights and measurement platform Quantcast, talking to us back in May of this year. It turns out that three months is a lifetime in adtech.

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AI Operations: Using AI to Scale Your Work

Social Media Examiner

Are you looking to streamline your business processes with AI? Want to learn how to create AI playbooks that can transform your operations to be more efficient? In this article, we explore how to use AI to scale your work. Why AI Operations Matter for Marketers AI (artificial intelligence) operations, or AI ops, refers to […] The post AI Operations: Using AI to Scale Your Work appeared first on Social Media Examiner.

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Migrating to HubSpot: Strategies for a Seamless Transition from Your Current Platform

The LeadG2 Blog

The decision to migrate to a powerful platform like HubSpot can mark a significant milestone in your business growth journey. However, navigating the complexities of migration, especially from your current platform, requires careful planning and expertise. In preparation for an important process, it’s essential to create a strategy that considers your team's needs and priorities.

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15 questions to ask your new SEO clients

Search Engine Land

Over the last 20 years of speaking to clients, I’ve developed a list of questions that have been instrumental in fostering better long-term relationships. There are many questions you can ask, but I’ve created a list of key questions I usually ask during the pitch process for new clients. Find out about the business One thing that separates strategic-thinking search marketers from those who simply apply a list of tactics is understanding how SEO fits into the wider business context.

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The Ultimate Email Marketing Toolkit

Tired of your emails getting lost in the noise? Ready to turn subscribers into customers? Our comprehensive toolkit will help you break through the noise and drive business impact. Key Benefits: Maximize Deliverability: Ensure your emails reach inboxes consistently. Personalize at Scale: Craft targeted messages that resonate with every recipient. Optimize for Results: A/B test your way to higher open rates, click-through rates, and conversions.

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The Rise of Conversational Marketing: How Chatbots and AI Can Revolutionize Customer Engagement

Zumvu

Discover how the new discoveries in AI can be utilized, how chatbots can change the style of marketing, as well as how they help customers

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Social Sharing Might Get You Sued: Social Media And Copyright Law

Marketing Insider Group

With over 60% of the global population using various platforms, social media is everywhere, and sharing content is second nature for many businesses and individuals. But did you know that copyright law says a simple post or share could land you in legal trouble? Copyright law protects creators’ rights, ensuring third parties use their work appropriately.

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How I Turned My $200-per-Week Side Project Into a 7-Figure Company

Buffer Marketing

I like to joke that my company was a 15-year overnight success story. I never set out to start a business. As an early adopter of digital photography, I regularly had friends and family turn to me for help. They’d bring over bags of memory cards, asking what to do with them, or hoped to digitize the boxes of printed photos gathering dust in their basement.

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US vs. Google, round 2: Government targets digital ad business

Martech

On Monday, Google and the Justice Department will begin their second antitrust trial of the year. The tech giant lost the last case , which was about monopolistic practices in online search. Now the DOJ is accusing the company of using its adtech to create a monopoly. That trial begins Monday. “Having inserted itself into all aspects of the digital advertising marketplace, Google has used anticompetitive, exclusionary, and unlawful means to eliminate or severely diminish any threat to its domina

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Scan to Success: How to Leverage QR Codes for Offline and Online Marketing Power

Speaker: Corey Daugherty, Head of Business Development at Flowcode & Georgette Malitsis, Senior Customer Success Manager, Enterprise at Flowcode

Let's explore the transformative power of QR codes in bridging offline and online marketing worlds. 📲 This new webinar featuring Corey Daugherty and Georgette Malitsis of Flowcode will dive into how innovative QR technology not only enhances traditional marketing strategies, but also drives meaningful customer engagement and analytics. Register today to gain practical knowledge on using QR codes to increase conversion rates, optimize customer journeys, and ultimately unlock a new realm o