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The Pandemic In-Box | Email Marketing Strategy During COVID-19

Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

The rapid onset of Covid-19 forced many businesses to quickly halt or adapt their existing email marketing strategy. Content needed to be evaluated for appropriateness, execution and segmentation strategies reconsidered for a disrupted market. For many, the fast-fix was a letter from leadership discussing how their company specifically would manage the challenges of the pandemic. .

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10 Books Every Social Media Manager Should Read in 2020

Hootsuite

I know you’re already committed to that true crime book club with Shelley from accounting (side note: she doesn’t actually “love serial killers,” right?) but — if I may be so bold — I’ve actually got another book club that I’d love to set you up with. …Well, I guess technically it’s less of a club, and more of a list of really fascinating reads, perfect for a social media manager who wants to level up their game.

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The Biggest SEO Trend You’re Ignoring

Neil Patel

The screenshot above is my Google traffic over the last 12 months. As you can see, my traffic is growing. And there are many reasons for that, but there is one trend that’s really caused the majority of my SEO growth. You might be thinking it is Ubersuggest because it makes up 22.4% of my traffic now. But Ubersuggest has been integrated into NeilPatel.com for years, so that’s not it.

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The Ultimate Guide to Building a Website Redesign Strategy

Hubspot Marketing

So. you want to redesign your website. Maybe you just finished a brand overhaul or your product was recently updated. Whatever your reason, a redesign can be a huge success — or a total flop. It can also be a long and tedious undertaking, which is why every redesign needs to start with a clear vision and/or problem to solve. The better you are at defining that vision at the very beginning, the more successful your redesign will be — and the smoother the entire process will be as well.

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Why B2B Growth Needs a Co-Marketing Strategy

Speaker: Speakers:

Struggling to grow your B2B brand in an overcrowded market? Discover how partner marketing can transform your strategy, unlocking new opportunities for lead generation and ROI. What you'll gain: Craft collaborative campaigns that minimize conflicts and maximize ROI. Harness automation to streamline partner marketing efforts. Learn to gain and retain partner mind share with proven strategies.

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AI Website Building | Using AI to Streamline Website Building Process

Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

Artificial intelligence has been powering modern marketing for several years now. . Before that happened, many people thought AI for marketing was a gimmick. But it has since helped forward-thinking marketers make sense of big data, engage customers in the form of chatbots, and all to achieve better customer targeting and personalization. . That last part is now seeing Artificial Design Intelligence (ADI) embraced in web design. .

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5 Surprising Ways to Optimize Websites With Video

Content Marketing Institute

Opportunities abound for videos – a popular format with audiences – on your website. Let’s look at five often overlooked areas for video optimization to replace or supplement your static content. Continue reading → The post 5 Surprising Ways to Optimize Websites With Video appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.

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What Is a Blog Writing Service? (And Why Your Business Needs One)

Marketing Insider Group

“What is a blog writing service?” you ask. Glad you did. Here’s the deal. Businesses who put blogging at the top of their marketing strategy are 13 times more likely to experience a positive ROI, according to HubSpot. B2B companies will generate 88 percent more leads, while their B2C cousins will generate 67 percent more leads through publishing blog posts consistently.

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5 Lessons Learned After One Month of Virtual Events | Field Marketing

Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

It’s no secret that this is a challenging time for field marketers and event marketers. By now, we’re all well aware that we need to pivot from in-person to virtual events – but knowing how to get there and how to achieve your desired result is easier said than done. For those who specialize in events, trade shows, or field activities, making the pivot from in-person to virtual events is likely unchartered territory.

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How to Use Nextdoor for Business: The Complete Guide

Hootsuite

People join Nextdoor to connect with their neighbours and communities. It’s kind of like a virtual town hall or coffee shop where people meet to gab about local topics. But can you use Nextdoor for business? Yes. Nosy neighbours may grab the headlines, but businesses are central to the Nextdoor community. In fact, more than 25% of all conversations on the app are about them.

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How to Master Media Relations: Targeting, Tailoring, Timing

Speaker: Karen Swim, APR

Relevance is the currency of modern media relations—and personalization is how you earn it. In this new webinar with industry leader Karen Swim, APR, we'll explore proven strategies for precision targeting and crafting personalized pitches that resonate with journalists and build stronger relationships over time. You’ll also learn how to ensure your media lists are accurate and up to date, craft outreach that gets responses, and streamline your workflow without sacrificing quality.

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How to use Facebook tools to boost your engagement

Sprout Social

Growing your Facebook presence is easier said than done. And if you’re a marketer, you know this all too well. After all, the Facebook algorithm is consistently throwing curveballs at businesses trying to figure out how to reach customers while sticking to the platform’s best practices. But despite complaints from consumers and marketers alike, Facebook is actually booming right now.

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Content Curation Tips and Examples to Fill Your Editorial Calendar

Content Marketing Institute

Content curation is a handy technique for all content marketers. Check out these tips and examples to ensure that your brand stays well stocked on essential fuel for its audience relationships. Continue reading → The post Content Curation Tips and Examples to Fill Your Editorial Calendar appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.

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How to Receive Payments Online for Free

Hubspot Marketing

If you're not offering your customers multiple ways to make payments online, you're leaving money on the table. While there's no way to escape some transaction fees and currency fees, there are ways to reduce payment processing costs and receive payments online for free. So, you're probably wondering, "How can I save that money?". You'll have to set up an effective online payment portal with a range of payment options.

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How the Instagram Algorithm Works in 2020 (And How to Work With It)

Hootsuite

In reality, the Instagram algorithm is what decides which posts people see every time they open their feed. Below, we’d like to set the record straight on how it works, so you can make sure your content stands the best chance possible of getting seen during the 27 minutes per day people spend on Instagram. (In 2019, anyway. In 2020 there’s no official data yet about the impact of coronavirus on Instagram use, but we’d put our money on that number going up, rather than down.).

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AI In The Aisles: The Executives Guide To Better In-Store Experiences

Speaker: Steve Worthy, MBA

The rapid rise of AI-powered displays, touchless technology, and sensory marketing is reshaping the future of in-store engagement. Yet for many retail executives, the real challenge is not identifying new tools - it is knowing which signals to trust, which inputs to prioritize, and how to architect decisions that elevate in-store leadership rather than dilute it.

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How to remain agile when your priorities shift

Sprout Social

In the wake of COVID-19 , social media managers have had to reevaluate their strategies and content plans to account for changing consumer behavior. But even in a pandemic-free world, things change and businesses are thrown curveballs—and social teams are on the front lines of communicating and reacting to those changes. Fortunately, marketers have always been adaptable—whether it was in the 20th century when TV emerged or today on social media where trends surface every second.

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How We’re Navigating the New Now of Content Marketing

Content Marketing Institute

CMI General Manager Stephanie Stahl thought she’d be at ContentTECH Summit in San Diego this week. That’s not possible for anyone, so she’s sharing how CMI is preparing for the new normal, from events and videos to blogs and social. And she wants to hear how you're doing it, too. Continue reading → The post How We’re Navigating the New Now of Content Marketing appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.

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Have You Tried Performance Video in Your 2020 Content Marketing Plan

Marketing Insider Group

After a difficult end to Q1, 2020’s second quarter is projected to be even tougher. Goldman Sachs forecasts a 34 percent contraction to U.S. gross domestic product. That said, opportunities still exist in the evolving economy, especially for e-commerce. The key to tackling these challenges is to become even more customer-focused. Think about their new needs and use cases, and consider where they are — online.

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6 online marketing strategies for small businesses

Rock Content

There is no denying: Digital Marketing completely changed how companies fight for the audience’s attention in the last years. Investing in online marketing for small businesses is democratic and brings a lot of benefits. With the right tools, you can create a low-cost strategy that demands only a small team to work, and have a big return in reach and awareness.

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Engage Better, Gift Smarter, Win Big: Events That Deliver ROI

Speaker: Hanan Polinovski, Events Manager and David Brown, Sr. Marketing & Events Lead

Are your events living up to expectations? Are you getting quality leads from your sponsorships? Have you ever wondered if that branded notebook actually makes an impact? Get ready to transform your event strategy! Join event marketing pros Hanan Polinovski from Printfection and David Brown from Bonusly for a fast-paced webinar about turning your event efforts into serious ROI.

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University branding: How to build your school’s brand on social media

Sprout Social

Whether you’re looking to attract more students, engage your current ones or increase donations and alumni relations, social media is a must for all universities. Prospective students are largely looking to social media to help guide them in their college decisions, so having a robust social strategy is essential. According to a study by EAB , about 30% of the 9,500 surveyed students had reached a university website through the school’s social media channels.

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Hey Brands, Don’t Make 2005’s Mistake on Your Future Virtual Events

Content Marketing Institute

This year will permanently change the nature of many events. But be wary about going digital long term without a deliberate content strategy. CMI’s Robert Rose explains why. Continue reading → The post Hey Brands, Don’t Make 2005’s Mistake on Your Future Virtual Events appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.

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Help Your Employees Feel Safe And Unleash the Power of Employee Activation

Marketing Insider Group

In marketing today, one of the most impactful trends is the use of employees to build trust with customers and to establish your brand as a thought leader within your industry. I call this employee activation – a concept that goes much deeper than boosting your marketing ROI. With activated employees, you have access to a vibrant, creative, collaborative culture.

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Comment on Diggity Income Report: March 2020 by Nekraj

Diggity Marketing

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B2B SEO vs. LMO: Whats the Difference and Why It Matters

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Brace yourself, B2B marketers. Your beloved SEO is getting a makeover, and its name is Language Model Optimization (LMO). What does that mean for your digital strategy? Join Jesse McFarland of SpearPoint Marketing on the next B2B Growth Show as we unravel the mystery and get you prepped for the next evolution in search. Here’s what you’ll walk away with: A clear breakdown of SEO vs.

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Retailers and the rising trend of sustainability: what marketers need to know

Sprout Social

In the words of our favorite Project Runway hosts: “In fashion, one day you’re in and the next you’re out.” While it may seem like sustainability is fashion’s newest trend, a deeper look at social media shows that consumer demand for more sustainable fashion is here to stay. And while the retail industry has weathered significant change lately, sustainability is one trend that just keeps rising.

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Jill Adams named to Hartford Business Journal's inaugural Power 50 List

Adams & Knight Marketing

Jill Adams, CEO and principal of integrated digital marketing agency, Adams & Knight, has been named to the Hartford Business Journal’s first-ever Power 50 list of business and civic leaders whose influence has a significant impact on the Greater Hartford economy and community. To be included on the prestigious list, Jill was recognized as holding a position of leadership in Greater Hartford and using her role to have an impact on the community at large.

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Our Top Resources and Tips to Develop Blog Topics Your Audience Will Love

Marketing Insider Group

You’ve got a blog—now what? It’s time to tackle the biggest question of content marketing: what to blog about on your company website. Content planning requires topics and themes, and they should directly relate to the challenges and concerns of your audience and the solutions you provide. Coming up with these juicy blog topics can be a huge roadblock that prevents your content marketing taking off and delivering the returns you expect.

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Comment on How to 91x Website Traffic – A Case Study Blueprint for 2023 by Govind Singh

Diggity Marketing

With this case study, I become your big fan man. What a wonderful way of explaining each and every topic. Lots of love. Keen to learn from you. ??

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A Data Revolution: Why Your AMS/CRM Needs a Native Data Warehouse

Unlock the Power of Historical Data A Data Revolution: Why Your AMS/CRM Needs a Native Data Warehouse Today’s association leaders need more than real-time snapshots—they need the full story. MemberSuite: A Data Revolution reveals how a native data warehouse transforms your AMS into a strategic decision-making engine. In this free eBook, you’ll discover: The difference between a database and a data warehouse—and why it matters How to gain historical visibility into membership, engagement, events,

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Social Spotlight: Michigan State University and creating community in this ‘new normal’

Sprout Social

Welcome to the Social Spotlight, where we dive deep into what we love about a brand’s approach to a specific social campaign. From strategy through execution and results, we’ll examine what makes the best brands on social tick — and leave you with some key takeaways to consider for your own brand’s social strategy. Overview. One of the indelible experiences of college is the sense of community–often the first community you get to choose for yourself.

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Time to Ask What, So What, and Now What? [The Weekly Wrap]

Content Marketing Institute

What? So what? Now what? This week, Robert Rose puts those questions in a new perspective. He gives his take on Amazon cutting commissions. He talks with The Content Council’s chair and takes you back to the future with old predictions. Continue reading → The post Time to Ask What, So What, and Now What? [The Weekly Wrap] appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.

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12 Surprising Examples of Clickbait Headlines That Work via @jasonhennessey

Search Engine Journal

Follow these 12 examples to write headlines that grab attention without jeopardizing your brand’s reputation. The post 12 Surprising Examples of Clickbait Headlines That Work via @jasonhennessey appeared first on Search Engine Journal.