Douglas Karr's Articles on Martech Zone
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You Won’t Be Blogging Forever
When I speak to folks about blogging, many ask me if blogging is here to stay. Nope. Asking someone if blogging will be here forever is like asking the guys who printed their newspapers with the Gutenberg press the same…
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OSX Preview Bug: Shrink an Image to 16 Terabytes?
Apple Preview is a built-in application on macOS designed for viewing and interacting with various file types, primarily images and PDFs. It is a versatile tool offering features extending beyond simple file viewing, making it valuable for personal and professional…
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Starbucked: Get Inspired But Don’t Follow Formulas
In the world of business, conventional wisdom often dictates that success hinges on a carefully crafted formula. However, Taylor Clark's insightful book Starbucked challenges this notion by delving into Starbucks's unconventional rise. The coffee giant's journey, riddled with unexpected twists…
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Embracing Web 2.0 in Business: A Personal Journey into the Digital Revolution
As a professional deeply invested in the dynamic world of sales and marketing, I recently had the opportunity to present on a topic revolutionizing our industry: Web 2.0. Though familiar to many, this concept still holds untapped potential for businesses.…
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The Keyword Research Tool That Finds Real Search Opportunities
Every business wants to capture the right traffic, but that starts with understanding what people are actually searching for. Keyword research remains one of the most impactful steps in any SEO strategy, yet it’s also one of the easiest to…
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The Ultimate Sales Machine: Mastering the Art and Science of Sales Success
In his groundbreaking book The Ultimate Sales Machine , the late Chet Holmes presents a masterful framework for sales excellence that has stood the test of time. Drawing from decades of experience working with companies of all sizes, Holmes distilled…
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PageRank: Newton’s Gravitational Theory Applied
Newton's theory of gravitation states that the force between two masses is proportional to the product of the two masses and inversely proportional to the square of the distance between those masses: Loading formula... The Gravitational Theory Explained: F...
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The Black Swan and Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches
A few weeks ago I used a service to do an analysis of my blog to see what reading level it was written at. I was a bit taken aback that the site is at a Junior High School level.…
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The Dirty Secret of Email Service Providers and Internet Service Providers
There's a dirty secret in the email marketing industry. It's the elephant in the room that no one talks about. No one can talk about it for fear of retribution by the very people who are supposed to be policing…
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Blogs Versus Forums: Which One Is Right For Your Marketing Efforts
A frequent concern that is brought up when discussing corporate blogging as a business strategy is the fear of customers airing their complaints. When this question was posed in a class I did last week; I missed a critical point…
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The Monkey Gods Have Spoken, Scott Adams Writes a Book!
Cartoonist Scott Adams has just released a book of writings from his blog, Stick to Drawing Comics, Monkey Brain!: Cartoonist Ignores Helpful Advice . I've been reading Scott's blog for quite a while and it's, by far, the funniest blog…
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How to Eat a Gourmet Pretzel?
Utilizing humor in product packaging can be a highly effective strategy in sales and marketing for several reasons: Attracts Attention : Humorous packaging stands out on the shelves, catching the eye of potential customers. This can be particularly effective in…
