Neil Patel
NOVEMBER 26, 2020
Have you ever seen a Facebook ad for Chanel? Or an Instagram ad for Lamborghini? Me neither. That’s because luxury marketing strategies don’t follow the same rules as mass-market brands. Selling to high-end consumers requires a different approach. But that doesn’t mean popular digital channels are off-limits. SEO, PPC, even some social media sites can drive online sales for your luxury brand.
Hootsuite
NOVEMBER 26, 2020
You’re busy. Managing your brand’s multiple social networks can be challenging. We get it. So maybe you post to all social media at once to maximize efficiency. But here’s the thing: there’s a right way to post to all your social media networks at once and a less-than-right way. In fact, a sophisticated social media strategy doesn’t have to take a bunch of extra time.
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Hubspot Marketing
NOVEMBER 26, 2020
Online advertising is booming. But, when you're launching digital campaigns, you want to be sure you're maximizing your efforts — and your profits — by boosting your ad's impression share. Your impression share tells you how well your ad is performing compared to its total potential audience, and boosting it can help increase engagement as well as profit.
Content Marketing Institute
NOVEMBER 26, 2020
On this day devoted to gratitude in the United States, the CMI team shows their appreciation for some of the blog and social media posts, audio, and video that inspired us in this challenging year. Continue reading → The post 18 Blogs, Social Media Posts, Podcasts, and More We’re Thankful For This Year appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
Neil Patel
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Whether you care to admit it or not, the decisions you make today will be driven by your emotions. In emotional marketing, we talk a lot about using psychological triggers to get customers to click, convert, engage, etc. “By leveraging common psychological triggers all people have,” you might hear, “you can drive more sales.”. While it may feel like we make decisions with our minds, using logic and reasoning, the “mental triggers” we hear about are tied more to emotion than anything else.
Hootsuite
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
If you’re spending more time fussing with hashtags or answering DMs than brainstorming new content ideas or planning your long term social media strategy, you could probably use a shortcut. It’s time to consider social media automation. No, we’re not talking about trying to bump up your vanity metrics by annoying people with weird bot comments. We’re talking about tools that handle admin tasks like posting, monitoring and reporting, so that you can keep your social presence on-brand, up-to-date,
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Content Marketing Institute
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Inclusive content doesn’t require your brand to take a big stand on a hot topic. It does require your team to think differently, recognize what you don’t know, and use words more purposefully. Here’s how to do it well. Continue reading → The post How to Do Inclusive Content That Helps Your Audience and Business appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.
Neil Patel
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
In these modern times of digital transformation, it may seem like most digital marketing strategies are designed for online businesses. So are there any digital marketing strategies for brick-and-mortar businesses? Yes, there are, and one of the most effective ones is hyperlocal marketing. What is Hyperlocal Marketing? As the name suggests, hyperlocal marketing is a marketing strategy that focuses on reaching customers in your vicinity.
Hootsuite
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Content curation is a valuable strategy for all content marketers. More than simply re-sharing content, curation is a way to provide extra value to your followers while highlighting your own industry expertise. Bonus: Download our free, customizable social media calendar template to easily plan and schedule all your content in advance. What is curated content?
Marketing Insider Group
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
There are many parts to the puzzle of content marketing. Of course, it’s vital to research your audience and create high quality, relevant content. But it’s also important not to forget about your content reach. Your job is not done once you’ve created and published a piece of content. You need to promote that content to ensure it reaches as many pairs of eyes as possible.It’s estimated that around 60 to 70% of content produced by B2B marketing departments sits unused.
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.
Content Marketing Institute
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
Executives and technical experts can hold the keys to uniquely powerful stories. But wrangling these apex collaborators is a challenge. Follow this advice to extract the wisdom from their brains and get it into your content. Continue reading → The post How to Convince Your Company’s Brain Trust to Collaborate on Content appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.
Neil Patel
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Local SEO is important. In fact, 46% of all searches on Google are local. That means if you’re a local business and you don’t have your local SEO in order, you’re missing an opportunity every time someone searches for your products or services online. And there’s a lot of people searching. About 89% of people search for a local business on their smartphone at least once a week, with 58% searching daily.
Sprout Social
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
In a pay-to-play game, social media advertising is a must for brands. Why is it so important? Paid social advertising helps your content get views without relying on organic platform algorithms and their ongoing changes. Social is now all about how you target your audience, build customer journeys and get people to your site to make a purchase. Paid social media strategies help with exactly that.
Marketing Insider Group
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
It can be difficult to stand out from the competition—no matter what industry you’re in. But if you’re looking to differentiate yourself from your competition and attract new clients, you have to be unique. If you’re not sure how to make your brand stand out, see what kinds of marketing tactics other B2B marketing professionals saw success with this year in our 2021 B2B Marketing Mix Report.
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.
Content Marketing Institute
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Get a glimpse into the innovative ideas coming from Ford with the newest debut of the Bronco, Major League baseball with its fans at home, and more from Whole Foods, Pukka Herbs, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Continue reading → The post Brands Buck History, Give Home-Field Advantage, and More [Examples] appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.
Neil Patel
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Suddenly you notice that none of your social media activity seems to be showing up at all. It’s like you don’t even exist on the site… Weird! Is it a bug? Every website suffers from them sometimes, and the interactive features can often be the first to go haywire. Server maintenance could also be the culprit. But another possibility is that you might have been “shadowbanned” (previously called ghostbanned).
Search Engine Journal
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Is content syndication right for you? Learn the basics of content syndication, what it is and isn’t good for, and some tips for getting started. The post Content Syndication Basics: Who, What, Where, When, Why & How via @alexanderkesler appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Rock Content
NOVEMBER 22, 2020
WordPress plugins and themes are part of what makes the CMS so popular, as they allow the customization and optimization of the websites hosted on the platform. However, to take full advantage of these elements, it is important to know how to add and use jQuery scripts. But do you know what jQuery is? It is a JavaScript library created by John Resig in 2006.
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.
Sprout Social
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
For many, holidays bring out traditions. Halloween? Getting all dressed up for the company party. But, not this year. Thanksgiving? Tables full of food and not an empty seat in the house. But, not this year. Black Friday? Overflowing carts, yet still stressing out about the perfect gift. Definitely this year…but, it’s going to be different!
Neil Patel
NOVEMBER 27, 2020
With a net worth of $1.7 trillion , Amazon has dominated the e-commerce sector for years, leaving many of its competitors in the shade. But are there alternatives to Amazon? With an audience as vast as Amazon, small business start-ups and solo entrepreneurs flock to the site to sell the products, get established, and build their enterprises. Despite the audience Amazon offers, you may want to look for other online venues to list your items.
Search Engine Journal
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
YouTube is a valuable marketing tool during the holidays. Watch some brands' holiday video ads and gain valuable SEO insights from them here. The post 20 of the Most Emotionally Engaging Christmas Ads of 2020 (So Far) via @gregjarboe appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Rock Content
NOVEMBER 27, 2020
Website builders do not have a good reputation when it comes to SEO. It’s common to see users and even web developers complaining about the inability to rank well on search engine ranking pages when using a website builder. Some even claim that it’s impossible. However, the reality is, it’s not easy to get your web pages to rank on page one of Google, regardless of what platform you use to build and host your website.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!
Content Marketing Institute
NOVEMBER 27, 2020
This week, the Cleveland Clinic asks for help, American Express teaches how to turn something small into something much bigger, and Zillow shows how someone else’s horoscope can catch people’s eye. Continue reading → The post A Small Saturday, a Horoscope Personalization, and a Community Request [The Weekly Wrap] appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.
Neil Patel
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
Case studies go beyond simple testimonials by providing real-life examples of how your brand satisfied your customer’s needs and helped them accomplish their goals. An in-depth case study helps you highlight your successes in a way that will help your ideal potential customer become your next customer. They help you show rather than tell prospective customers how you can help them reach their goals.
Litmus
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
You’ve seen your own inbox lately, right? Whew! Competition for subscribers’ attention has always been high, but 2020 has put email volume in overdrive. Unfortunately, “too many emails” is still the #1 reason people unsubscribe. No worries—there’s one ridiculously simple tip to avoid the email noise and make your subscribers happy. Why email volume is reaching new heights.
Rock Content
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
Content Marketing is a powerful approach to expand your business’s organic reach, attracting potential consumers, and starting their journey in the sales funnel. Through blog posts, ebooks, and several other formats, you can deliver the right message to educate the public about your brand and solutions. One of the main characteristics of this type of strategy is the need for customization.
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Think creating impactful B2B video is intimidating, boring, or requires a Hollywood-level budget? Think again. Join our "B2B Growth Show" to uncover the secrets of building video strategies that drive ROI, captivate your audience, and leave your competition in the dust. What you’ll learn: Why video is non-negotiable for B2B in 2025 Storytelling tips to engage your target audience and keep them coming back Case studies from printing companies to telecom giants with jaw-dropping results Practical
illumin
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Did you know that winter holidays, kicked off by Black Friday, are the highest spending season of the year? Here are digital advertising recommendations. The post Black Friday Strategies for Digital Ad Success appeared first on AcuityAds Inc.
Neil Patel
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
If you want your business to succeed, you’ll need to pay close attention to your brand strategy. And that strategy starts with a free brand logo. A strong brand creates instant recognition in the marketplace, especially amongst your customers. It also builds loyalty and shows you share your customer’s values. Do this right, and both your customers and your competitors will always remember you.
Bannerflow
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
Saxo Bank Group is a pioneer of fintech and is one of the most trusted and respected names in the industry. For the past two years they have used Bannerflow and other partners to transform how they perform display advertising. Before Bannerflow, display production at Saxo Bank was cumbersome and time consuming; from production timelines and review rounds, to hosting, and distribution.
Rock Content
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
If you understand the importance of a functional and visually attractive website for your company and have heard of different tools to achieve this result, you certainly are wondering how to use Bootstrap to develop a WordPress theme. Both resources are important for their own reasons. If you know how to extract the best of them you will be able to develop a website for your company that will be interesting enough to attract more visitors, but most importantly, make them spend more your on platf
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