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10 Outstanding Marketing Campaigns from 2023

Practical eCommerce - Marketing

This installment of our annual rundown of notable marketing includes campaigns from McDonald's, Dunkin', Heineken, Apple, Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and more. The post 10 Outstanding Marketing Campaigns from 2023 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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10 Content Promotion Strategies That Work (With Examples)

CopyBlogger

Even if you create the best piece of content possible, it won’t perform well if nobody finds it. Relying entirely. Continue Reading The post 10 Content Promotion Strategies That Work (With Examples) appeared first on Copyblogger.

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The 4 Ps of Marketing: How to Grow Your Business With This Simple Framework

Calvyn Lee Blog

Have you heard of the marketing mix, also known as the four Ps of marketing? This framework is a foundational model for developing a sound marketing strategy. The four Ps are product, price, place, and promotion. Just like the legs of a chair, if any of the four Ps are poorly executed, your entire marketing strategy can collapse. In this article, we’ll break down each of the four Ps into an easily understandable format you can use to thrive.

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Traffic Sources: What is Referral Traffic?

Aspiration Marketing

In today's competitive digital landscape, attracting visitors to your website is crucial, and understanding where that traffic comes from is equally essential. Referral traffic, a key component of this equation, brings visitors from external sources. Let's discuss this form of traffic and why it's so important.

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How to Create a Community Your Members Can't Get Enough Of

Here’s Your Blueprint for Year-Round Member Engagement. Are you ready to transform your association into a thriving, 365-day community? Download GrowthZone’s ebook, How to Create a Community Your Members Can’t Get Enough Of , and learn strategies for leveling out the peaks and valleys of member engagement. This guide provides actionable strategies to create consistent networking opportunities, deliver value-packed content, and foster connections that your members won’t want to miss.

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7 steps to make sure you’re getting everything from your marketing software

Martech

After attending the recent MarketingOperations.com conference (MOps-Apalooza), my cofounder Tyler remarked, “If I had a dollar for every time I heard someone at MOps-Apalooza say something about companies buying software that they never fully implemented, I think my ticket for next year’s conference would be paid for.” This problem is true for many types of software, but especially in marketing ops for a couple of reasons: There’s “shiny object syndrome,” that const

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Setting and Achieving Effective Marketing Goals: A Comprehensive Guide

Aspiration Marketing

Are you stuck in tech growth limbo? Drowning in a sea of marketing possibilities? Don't worry, we've got you covered. This comprehensive blog explores the connection between strategic goal-setting and technology advancement, providing actionable insights for businesses aiming to thrive.

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X (Formerly Twitter) vs. Threads: What Brands Need to Know [Data]

Hubspot Marketing

We have an epic showdown in the thrilling world of social media warfare. It’s X vs. Threads, the battle of short-form social media. In one corner, we have X, the reigning short-form post champion embroiled in drama and controversy. In the other corner, we have rookie Threads, who’s betting big on user control and wants everyone to play nice. Can X maintain its dominance and keep you scrolling for more?

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3 observations from 2023 to help you in 2024

Martech

Well, friends, we have reached the end of 2023. Maybe some of you in ecommerce and retail are pushing the “send” button feverishly and trying not to lose your minds with all of the last-minute requests and pressure this time of year brings. If you’re on the B2B side, you’re trying to get in every sale you can to achieve your goals. For everybody else, you’re kicking back, polishing up your year-end reports and wondering what the big deal is.

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The 2024 Guide to Social Media Strategy for Executives

Hootsuite

Whether you’re B2B or B2C, your customers want to engage with humans on social media. 56% of customers want more relatable, personable content from brands on social, but 48% of brands are still posting self-promotional content multiple times a week. How can you — a CEO, CFO, CMO, or other executive — tip the scale in your favor? Easy: be active on social media.

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A Complete Guide to Local SEO in 2023 - Dominate Local Search

Aspiration Marketing

Many small businesses depend more on local SEO than they know. Their Google Business Profiles, for example, can generate more leads than their website. Plumbers, roofers, and many trade gigs that often require an "emergency" intervention need to dominate the local search results in order to become relevant. But it's not just for these types of businesses.

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AI Strategies for Sales Managers: How to Cut Down on Tedious Admin Work

What if you could help your sellers stop wasting 72% of their day on non-selling activities and focus on bringing in revenue? Incorporating AI in your enablement workflows can help you cut down on busy work, get projects done faster, and let your team (and you!) focus on making a bigger impact. We put together this guide to show you how to use AI to cut time and costs for projects, including collateral creation, development of training videos, and automating tedious processes.

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9+ Ideas for Your Next LinkedIn Carousel (+Examples)

Buffer Marketing

LinkedIn carousels are a great content format for many reasons. First, the LinkedIn algorithm prioritizes this content format, probably thanks to the visual appeal and subsequent engagement. Much like Instagram carousels , they tend to be very appealing because they differentiate from the other types of content you might come across on your feed. 0:00 / 0:17 1× They also tend to perform quite well – I’ve only posted a few, but they tend to be one of my top-performing formats,

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A Guide to Integrating AI Tools in Your Marketing Processes [New Data + Expert Tips]

Hubspot Marketing

As I sit here wrapping up this blog post, I've gotten stuck trying to come up with a snazzy, but concise, title. So I turned to HubSpot’s AI Blog Writer for suggestions, prompting it with the command to generate headline ideas for a blog post about integrating AI tools into marketing processes. This is just one way to leverage AI tools into your day-to-day workflow as a blog writer.

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Google will start phasing out third-party cookies in weeks with new feature

Martech

Google will begin testing a new feature that restricts third-party cookies by default in the coming weeks. The Tracking Protection tool will be rolled out on January 4, 2024, to 1% of Chrome users globally. Why we care. Be aware that if your website depends on third-party cookies, this rollout might pose challenges. Take this rollout as a heads-up to ensure your site is prepared well in advance before Google retires third-party cookies entirely in the latter half of 2024.

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How to Migrate Your CRM Platform to HubSpot: Tips and Best Practices

Aspiration Marketing

As a CRM plays a crucial role in customer interactions, migrating your CRM platform to HubSpot can be a strategic shift for your business. With these tips, you can unlock the door to a world of enhanced features and capabilities, ensuring your data finds a new home that aligns effortlessly with HubSpot’s dynamic structure.

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Evolving Beyond Intent: Create Customer Value with Signals

Speaker: Jam Khan, SVP, Product Marketing at ZoomInfo & guest speaker Amy Hawthorne, Principal Analyst from Forrester

Buying signals extend well beyond intent. They give go-to-market teams the chance to know everything about their customers. With buying signals, they can reach more customers and win more deals. Join Jam Khan, SVP, Product Marketing of ZoomInfo and guest speaker Amy Hawthorne, Principal Analyst from Forrester for this new webinar where you'll find out how marketing teams operate more efficiently and sales teams close more business when they act on buying signals, not just intent!

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I Got Meta Verified on Instagram — Here’s My Honest Review

Buffer Marketing

I’ve attempted to get verified on Instagram about three times over the past few years and — as awkward as it is to admit — been rejected every single time.  So when Meta, the company that owns Instagram, introduced Meta Verified , a monthly subscription that will give you that coveted blue checkmark on Facebook, Instagram, or both, my interest was piqued.

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2024 Creator Economy Predictions

Hubspot Marketing

Content makes the world go 'round (at least for marketers), but it can’t create itself. This week we’re exploring the top creator economy predictions for 2024 that marketers need to know. Chances are, your brand has worked with creators in the past and likely will again. Currently valued at $250B, the creator economy is expected to reach $480B by 2028.

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Lead generation and marketing automation: How they work together

Martech

Despite criticisms that it’s inefficient and ineffective, lead generation remains an important marketing tactic in B2B and in some B2C sectors, including high-ticket items like auto and home sales. The truth, of course, is rarely simple. Some lead gen strategies are more effective than others, which is why marketing organizations continue to spend on the tactic.

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HubSpot Sales Hub Implementation: A How-To Guide

Aspiration Marketing

In the dynamic landscape of modern sales and marketing, HubSpot Sales Hub is a powerful ally for businesses seeking to elevate their customer engagement and revenue generation strategies. Join us in this guide as we unlock the full potential of HubSpot Sales Hub for your organization.

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Marketing Operations in 2025: A New Framework for Success

Speaker: Mike Rizzo, Founder & CEO, MarketingOps.com and Darrell Alfonso, Director of Marketing Strategy and Operations, Indeed.com

Though rarely in the spotlight, marketing operations are the backbone of the efficiency, scalability, and alignment that define top-performing marketing teams. In this exclusive webinar led by industry visionaries Mike Rizzo and Darrell Alfonso, we’re giving marketing operations the recognition they deserve! We will dive into the 7 P Model —a powerful framework designed to assess and optimize your marketing operations function.

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7 Creators On The Systems That Support Their Content Creation

Buffer Marketing

Since the first blog post was published and the first YouTube video was posted, content creation has evolved rapidly. It’s now treated as a legitimate business, with real earning potential for anyone with a smartphone and a willingness to share their creations. However, the ease of entry also means that anyone can become a creator, making it much harder to stand out and succeed.

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How to schedule Facebook posts: 3 Ways

Sprout Social

It’s common knowledge amongst social media marketers that Facebook’s organic reach is tough to get. It involves a hefty strategy of great content and consistency. In fact, without continuously engaging your Facebook audience, you may lose credibility, authority and brand loyalty, on top of your reach. If the concept of maintaining a steady stream of content seems daunting, don’t worry—you have the ability to schedule Facebook posts in one of three different methods.

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Marketing automation software for small business: How to get started

Martech

Marketing automation isn’t just for enterprises with endless budgets. Marketing automation software for small business provides many of the same benefits as their enterprise counterparts. The big difference is that small business platforms are streamlined and more affordable. Increasingly, marketing automation is a must-have for small business so they can carry out marketing functions with a limited staff and budget.

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Why brand mentions are the future of backlinks

Search Engine Land

“Stop building links; build your brand.” These six words should be plastered on the desks of every SEO in the world. In this article, I’ll explain why brand mentions are the new backlinks. Let’s dive in. Back to the brand future Nearly 10 years ago, Rand Fishkin was talking about brand mentions. That wasn’t a typo; it’s been nearly 10 years!

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The Power of Community: Why a Branded Community is a Must-Have for Every Association

Ever wonder why brands like Apple, LEGO, and Sephora are going all-in on branded communities? It’s because online community building is the secret sauce to connecting with audiences in ways that ads and emails simply can’t. But here's the best part—it’s not just for big corporations. Associations can create thriving online communities too. GrowthZone’s eBook, "The Power of Community," breaks down exactly why a branded online community can be a game-changer for your association.

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How to Make the Perfect PPC Landing Page (+ Examples)

Hubspot Marketing

PPC landing pages are the newest incarnation of an age-old sales problem: How do you keep warm bodies in their seats long enough to hear your message? In the digital age, the key is to craft effective PPC landing pages that entice customers to stay, read, and follow the path you’ve carved — a customer journey from curiosity to conversion. Stick with us as I explain and explore PPC landing pages and the elements that make them work.

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Why Startups Fail (And How Marketing Can Save Them)

Marketing Insider Group

Starting your own business isn’t as easy as it looks. It’s rare to find a business that immediately clicks with its market and runs smoothly without a ton of work. This begs us to ask the question: Why exactly do startups fail? How often does this really happen? Understanding why startups fail is key, and the reasons are quite varied and deep. If you’re thinking about starting your own business , here’s what you need to know.

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Top tips for building a successful brand strategy in 2024 and beyond: Part 2

Martech

In the second part of this two-part feature, Jade Bunke discusses triggering the right customer behaviors, the differences between emotions and feelings and how to future-proof your brand strategy. The first part is here. 5. Identify and trigger behaviors Crafting a unique identity is only the beginning. You need action. Specifically, you need your brand to trigger behaviors that help you get closer to achieving your goal.

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Marketing giant ‘admits it listens to your conversations to sell targeted ads’

Search Engine Land

Leading U.S. marketing company Cox Media Group (CMG) has reportedly admitted to monitoring conversations for the purpose of targeted advertising. Working with renowned brands like CBS, Fox News and ESPN, CMG has allegedly been promoting its ability to eavesdrop on consumers through microphones in smartphones, TVs, and smart speakers. The agency has coined this capability “Active Listening” and has been actively pitching this service it to advertisers, showcasing the feature on its we

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How to Prove Marketing Value: Demonstrate Content ROI and Contribution to Sales

Every marketer knows how important it is to prove their efforts drive sales opportunities, but that’s easier said than done. When problems like sales and marketing misalignment, lack of data, and wasted efforts persist, marketers can’t measure, prove, or increase their impact on revenue at a time when demonstrating marketing value is critical. Using analyst and expert data, this guide to marketing impact and content attribution explains: How B2B buyers use content The most common types of conten

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Understanding the Business Model Canvas Framework

Calvyn Lee Blog

The business model canvas (BMC) is a popular framework invented by Alex Osterwalder for visually representing a company’s core business model on a single page. This article will provide an in-depth explanation of the BMC, including an overview of business models in general, a walkthrough of the nine key components of the BMC, and examples for applying it to a hypothetical furniture business.

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5 Concerns Marketers Have About AI & How Leadership Can Address Them [New Data + Tips]

Hubspot Marketing

Though generative AI is everywhere , the fear around the state of AI is real. From our survey of 1350+ business professionals in the US, including marketers, we found that 63% of marketers not already using generative AI are not looking to start. Yet, there are vast amounts of data and use cases to support AI as a productive and efficient tool to support marketing efforts.

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7 ways to end the sales and marketing Catch-22

Martech

In 1961, the novel “Catch-22,” by Joseph Heller was published and its title immediately became short-hand for an all-too-familiar type of organizational lunacy: circular reasoning. That’s the situation where one fallacy is used as proof of another. Like, “If A is true because B is true, B is true because A is true.” Sales executives and marketers are caught in a Catch-22 that says we need more marketing activity because we have more sales resources — we have more sales resources, so we nee

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What Is a Good Blog Headline - And How to Write One! ?

Aspiration Marketing

Headlines are a crucial element of any successful blog post. Headlines are the first your visitors see; they get people to click on your content and can make or break your success, the difference between a great blog and a mediocre one. It's estimated that, on average, 8 out of 10 people will only read your headline. The other two will scroll through and read the article.

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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.