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Mobile Marketing, Messaging, and Apps
30+ Technologies That Have Been Eliminated with Smartphones
It wasn’t long ago that our lives were filled with a wide array of specialized gadgets—each one with a singular purpose, each one taking up space in our pockets, purses, or glove compartments. Then came the smartphone, and slowly, almost imperceptibly, it began absorbing those devices one by one. Today, it stands not just as a communications tool, but as…
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Content Marketing
Unity Asset Store: Create Stunning Branded Experiences with Discounted Bundled Assets for Unity
Immersive experiences continue to grow in popularity. Whether launching a virtual showroom, developing an interactive training simulation, or building an augmented reality product demo, the need to deliver polished, responsive, and emotionally resonant content has never been greater. But creating these experiences from scratch can be time-consuming, costly, and technically complex. Unity Unity is a real-time 3D development platform used…
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Sales Enablement, Automation, and Performance
Blinq: Beyond Business Cards, Power Your Team’s Professional Identity Across Every Digital Touchpoint
Professional impressions are made everywhere—on-screen, in-person, or asynchronously— and traditional business cards are no longer enough. Today’s teams need a way to consistently present themselves across digital and physical environments, ensuring every interaction is intentional, professional, and on-brand. Blinq Blinq is more than a digital business card platform—it’s a unified identity suite that equips teams to show up with impact,…
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Social Media & Influencer Marketing
The Prestige Formula: Inside Abdulbasyr Makhtibekov’s Method for Engineering Desire in the High-End Auto Market
A seasoned marketing expert reveals how identity, emotion, and cultural context drive demand in the world of luxury automobiles. As global demand for luxury automobiles continues to surge, the market is projected to grow from $623.9 billion in 2024 to $920.17 billion by 2029. It’s no longer enough for high-end brands to rely on horsepower or heritage. In a space where technical…
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Sales and Marketing Training
The Six Universal Principles of Persuasion Every Marketer and Sales Professional Should Master
Success often hinges not only on the strength of your product or service but also on your ability to influence decision-making. For over six decades, behavioral scientists have investigated what drives people to say yes, revealing that persuasion isn’t a mysterious art—it’s a science rooted in predictable psychological triggers. Dr. Robert Cialdini, one of the world’s foremost experts on the…
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Content Marketing
6 Compelling Content Roles Your Content Library Should Have To Align with Audience Intent
Compelling content begins with understanding the customer journey. From initial awareness to final decision-making and retention, each stage demands a different kind of conversation. Content isn’t just a broadcast tool—it’s a pathfinder that helps users discover, evaluate, and commit. High-performing content aligns with these journey stages, offering relevant insights and calls-to-action that move prospects forward. When crafted with strategic intent,…
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Sales and Marketing Training
The Harsh Truth About Agency Margins and the Smarter Path Forward
Before the pandemic, I encouraged my employees to find new opportunities. When the last one did, I shifted my focus to being a fractional CMO. I didn’t want to close my doors; I cared deeply for my staff, was passionate about helping my clients, and was proud of our growth and achievements. But I was tired. I grew weary of…
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Sales and Marketing Training
Converged, Cross-Channel, Integrated, Multichannel, Omnichannel, Unified Marketing Strategies: Understanding the Difference
Modern marketing demands diverse channel reach strategies and deeply integrated in execution. Simply being present across platforms is no longer enough. Brands must now consider how their messages travel, evolve, and resonate across every touchpoint. Below is a comprehensive guide to today’s most crucial cross-media marketing strategies, explaining how each works, how they differ, and what it takes to implement…
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Public Relations
How to Pitch an Influencer, Blogger, or Journalist
Every day, I receive pitches from PR professionals, marketers, and startup founders hoping to get featured on Martech Zone. Most fail miserably. But occasionally, one lands perfectly in my inbox: relevant, respectful of my time, and rich with material I can use. Here’s a video that shows how an effective pitch works from a publisher’s perspective. Years ago, I received…
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Sales and Marketing Training
The Paradox of Change: Despised by Users and Employees But Required For Sales and Competitive Growth
In the dynamic landscape of marketing and sales technology, change is inevitable and essential for growth and survival. For Software as a Service (SaaS) companies, staying competitive requires continuous innovation—introducing new features, enhancing user interfaces (UI), and integrating advanced technologies to meet evolving customer needs. Table of ContentsWhy Change is Necessary in BusinessThe Paradox of Change: Risky and UncomfortableChange Management:…
