Martech
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
As the Kansas City Chiefs mounted a late-game charge to become repeat champions (three titles in five years!), Super Bowl LVIII proved to be a victory for fans, brands and the city of Las Vegas. Digital channels provided more options for audiences to engage with the Big Game, including an inventive stream on Nickelodeon called by SpongeBob SquarePants and friends.
Practical eCommerce - Marketing
FEBRUARY 25, 2024
The elimination of third-party cookies prompts many marketers to seek alternatives. The post Email and Text Marketing Are Cookie-proof appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
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SmartBrief - Marketing
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
We’re all aware of how much mobile devices are used for internet access today, but did you know that more than 50% of global internet traffic originated from mobile devices in the fourth quarter? It’s 58.67%, to be exact, Statista reports. This emphasizes the importance of adopting mobile-first marketing strategies. Such an approach enables companies to reach their audience where they’re most active.
Martech
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Back in January, I was appointed CEO of our email agency. Within a week, I made a mistake that cost our company money. It’s not much, but it’s enough to make me not want to do it again. Unlike most email mistakes, this one happened behind the scenes. But even though my mistake didn’t end up in your inbox, it’s still a learning opportunity with takeaways that can help you spot potential errors long before they go out into the world.
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Hubspot Marketing
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
AI project management tools simplify decision-making, keep projects rolling, and streamline communications. Pick the right project management tool, and you could save hundreds — even thousands — per year. I started in digital project management nine years ago, and AI project management tools were unheard of. The project management role was different than it is today.
Sprout Social
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
When it comes to influencer marketing , C-suite execs want more than just good engagement. They expect a positive return on investment (ROI), incremental growth contributions and strategic alignment. While the impact of influencers in shaping consumer behavior is undeniable, translating it into benefits that resonate with the top brass is key to getting the budgets you need for your influencer program.
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Martech
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
Hard to believe, maybe, but we’re hurtling towards the four-year anniversary of COVID lockdown. The specific date will vary, of course, according to your location and what you count as the beginning of lockdown, but for me, in New York City, it all started around the time the museums, libraries, restaurants and bars closed. That was around mid-March 2020.
Businesses Grow
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
One of my clients built his business entirely on influencer marketing. His revenue has grown explosively through a combination of both paid and organic relationships with powerful influencers who specialize in “un-boxing” and product reviews. “We’re in trouble,” he told me. “Influencer marketing is hitting a dead end.
Content Marketing Institute
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Welcome AI onto your content and marketing teams. It can transform your data, SEO, idea generation, and research into bigger and better results for your strategy and audience.
Aspiration Marketing
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
As our world becomes increasingly digital, businesses must create websites that attract visitors and encourage them to take action. However, with tough competition in every industry, many businesses struggle to generate interest and boost conversions within a specific timeframe. This is where a well-executed digital marketing strategy can give you an edge over your competitors.
Speaker: Aja Bradley Kemp, Founder & Chief Experience Officer at Conversate Collective
In a world where every brand is vying for attention, how do you make your events stand out? ✨ From creative swag strategies to immersive brand experiences, the key lies in fostering real connections that inspire action and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're planning a large-scale conference or an exclusive executive gathering, this session will explore how to elevate event engagement, strengthen brand perception, and maximize ROI.
Calvyn Lee Blog
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
The email marketing landscape is dramatically changing in 2024. Google, Yahoo, and other major email providers have announced strict new regulations around authentication, opt-outs, and allowable spam rates. While aimed at reducing spam from unscrupulous emailers, these new rules create huge obstacles for legitimate email marketers. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll break down the new 2024 email regulations, explain how each type of email marketer will be impacted, and provide actionable t
Trade Press Services Newsletter
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Many of us have seen the classic comedy film Groundhog Day in which Bill Murray stars as a TV weatherman trapped in a time loop, forcing him to relive February 2 over and over again. While it’s a hilarious premise for a movie, it’s downright terrifying in real life—especially when it comes to marketing. Even the savviest of marketers can relate to the struggle of continuously creating the same content, launching the same campaigns and repeating the same initiatives simply because
Social Media Examiner
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Want to boost your lead conversions instantly? Wondering what makes a lead gen offer irresistible? In this article, we’ll explore how to build lead generation funnels that convert. Why Are Lead Generation Funnels so Important for Marketers and Business Growth? If your business depends on generating leads, you need a high-converting funnel. Without enough qualified […] The post Lead Generation Funnel Strategy: From Idea to Execution appeared first on Social Media Examiner.
Search Engine Land
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
How Google is killing independent sites like ours from HouseFresh talks about an ongoing complaint from smaller publishers and site owners about how they are constantly being outranked by larger publishers and site owners in Google Search. The irony here is that story is currently being outranked by Reddit – no joke. Google ranking Reddit above HouseFresh.
Speaker: Jesse Hunter and Brynn Chadwick
Today’s buyers expect more than generic outreach–they want relevant, personalized interactions that address their specific needs. For sales teams managing hundreds or thousands of prospects, however, delivering this level of personalization without automation is nearly impossible. The key is integrating AI in a way that enhances customer engagement rather than making it feel robotic.
Sprout Social
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
In business, artificial intelligence (AI) is more than just a trend; it’s a crucial tool reshaping how we approach marketing and customer engagement. According to our research , nearly 9 out of 10 business leaders are gearing up to boost their investments in AI and machine learning (ML), especially in marketing. Why this surge? At the heart of this AI revolution is the ability to segment behaviors and target specific customer groups with precision.
Aspiration Marketing
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
You've explored the intricacies of Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs), uncovering the key elements that distinguish them in the B2B marketing funnel. Here, we will focus on the next step in the funnel: SQLs (Sales Qualified Leads), the pivotal bridge that propels prospects from interest to opportunity and deal creation.
Martech
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
The digital marketing ecosystem is full of trends that flicker and fizzle faster than your Instagram stories. Mention Vine to a Gen Z colleague and see what happens. It takes a discerning marketer to know where their brand should invest time and resources. Here is a roundup of the top social media opportunities where brands will confidently see momentum in 2024. 1.
Hubspot Marketing
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Last year, I received an email from my “bank” alerting me to suspicious activity on my account. The layout and logo matched other official communications I had received from the bank, and I was naturally alarmed. But a few things just didn’t add up. Instead of using my name, it addressed me as “Dear valued customer.” After that, I was supposed to verify my account details, which seemed contrary to bank security advice.
Speaker: Alexa Acosta, Director of Growth Marketing & B2B Marketing Leader
Marketing is evolving at breakneck speed—new tools, AI-driven automation, and changing buyer behaviors are rewriting the playbook. With so many trends competing for attention, how do you cut through the noise and focus on what truly moves the needle? In this webinar, industry expert Alexa Acosta will break down the most impactful marketing trends shaping the industry today and how to turn them into real, revenue-generating strategies.
Social Media Examiner
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Are you up to date on changes from Facebook? Wondering which recent Facebook updates are important to marketers and business owners? In this article, we explore Facebook changes that affect your marketing. #1: Facebook Groups Changes On January 23, Meta announced it would shut down the Facebook Groups API within 90 days. The API allows […] The post Facebook Updates: Groups Changes, Ads Features, Influencer Management, and More appeared first on Social Media Examiner.
Search Engine Land
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Google officially removed the cache link from the Google Search results snippets last week and Google confirmed that it will remove the cache functionality completely in the near future. Danny Sullivan, Google’s Search Liaison told us that Google has “decided to retire it” and removed it from the Google Search result pages and will soon remove the cache completely.
Sprout Social
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
The first few weeks of a new year are the perfect opportunity to reflect on our wins—and I’m thrilled to announce one of our biggest yet: Sprout Social has been named the #1 Best Software Product by G2’s 2024 Best Software Awards. That’s the number one spot when compared across products in every software category! This is the eighth consecutive year Sprout has been recognized by G2.
Aspiration Marketing
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
If you want to keep consumers engaged, you must leverage and take advantage of the content your employees create and share on behalf of your brand, known as employee-generated content (EGC).
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Martech
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
B2B marketing has become overly focused on measurement and attribution, appearing and claiming to be more science than art. Everyone wants to believe it’s a science. Investors, boards and leadership expect marketing growth to be measurable, predictable and projectable. But the truth is that marketing is not a hard science. Experiments are not repeatable and playbooks are not fully transferable between companies.
Hubspot Marketing
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
One of the most important parts of having a website is making sure your audience can find your site (and find what they’re looking for). The good news is that Google Search Essentials, formerly called Google Webmaster Guidelines, simplifies the process of optimizing your site for search performance. After all, getting your target audience to your site and converting them is the whole point of having a website in the first place.
Social Media Examiner
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Want more leads from Instagram? Wondering which Instagram content types to use at each stage of the buyer journey? In this article, we'll explore Instagram lead generation strategy. Why Should Marketers Use Instagram to Generate Leads? With over 2 billion monthly active users, Instagram presents a significant opportunity for businesses to connect with potential customers. […] The post Instagram Lead Generation Strategy appeared first on Social Media Examiner.
Search Engine Land
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Google has a new review algorithm that the search company says it better anf faster at taking down fake reviews from local listings in Google Search and Google Maps. “In 2023, this new algorithm helped us take down 45% more fake reviews than the year before ,” Google announced. Google receives a lot of contributions to its Google Maps and local listings, this includes reviews, photos, updates to listings and more.
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SmartBrief - Marketing
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Since the first electronic mail (email) was sent in 1971, marketers have been looking for ways to optimize the channel to reach prospects and customers more effectively and efficiently. One of the most common – and effective – forms of regular email communication is in the form of a company newsletter. While hardly new or sexy, email newsletters are still a digital marketing stalwart and should be used to nurture relationships with your brand’s constituents.
Aspiration Marketing
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Ever feel like your marketing efforts are hitting the wrong audience? You pour resources into attracting customers, only to find most aren't a good fit. Budgets bleed on campaigns that fall flat. Sound familiar? Enter the Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) – your secret weapon for attracting high-quality leads who convert.
Sprout Social
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Audience engagement is all about the connection your audience feels with your brand and the actions they take as a result of it. In general, audience engagement, and social media engagement in particular, isn’t easy to come by. Social media users’ feeds are flooded with content competing for their attention. But when you hit the right chord, you can expect increased brand health, higher-quality leads and an active social following.
Hubspot Marketing
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
I don’t easily fall for ads or grab products because of marketing tricks. Okay, okay…unless it’s a suitable luxury brand marketing strategy like a catchy video. In that case, I transform from someone who ignores ads to someone who needs that head-turning perfume as soon as possible. Do I really need it? Not at all. Do I still put it in my shopping cart?
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