Douglas Karr's Articles on Martech Zone
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The Dangerous Lure of Avoiding the Social Web
1.webp” class=”alignright” align=”right” border=”0″ alt=”Jonathan Salem Baskin” />I was thinking about naming this post, Why Jonathan Salem Baskin is Wrong… but I actually agree with him on many points in his post, The Dangerous Lure of the Social Web. I agree, for instance, that social media gurus often try to push businesses into leveraging the media without fully understanding the…
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Blue Yeti: A Versatile, Affordable Microphone That’s Ideal for Conferences, Interviews, Streaming, and Podcasting
Online content creation has exploded in recent years, with conferences, streaming, and podcasting becoming increasingly popular mediums for communication and engagement. A critical element in ensuring high-quality audio output is a reliable microphone, and the Blue Yeti microphone has emerged as a top choice for professionals and enthusiasts alike. In this article, we will delve into why the Blue Yeti…
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Innovation Without Utility Is Death for Startups
Tonight, I found myself in a passionate discussion with a mentor of mine. The topic was a company we both care about, but our perspectives on their direction diverged significantly. My concern centered on the company’s inability to deliver on the promises they make to their customers. My mentor, however, argued that their innovative approach and success in capturing industry…
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Three Pillars of Search Engine Optimization
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) has changed over the years but many professionals haven’t kept up. I still attend events where speakers talk about outdated techniques and provide business owners with wrong information. We don’t just spout off on SEO, we have been leaders in this industry for many years. We’ve also achieved incredible ranking for our clients… resulting in more…
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Email is Dead? Don’t Tell that to Jenni & Janneane
Every once in a while you hear the mumblings… email is dead. Typically it’s mumblings from folks that are inbox-challenged and never properly monetized their email efforts. Email is far from dead… and the proof is businesses like Indy Spectator. Indy Spectator is solely an email-based company. They employ talented writers to tell niche stories about the goings-on in Indianapolis.…
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Ready, Fire, Aim
This evening was a great night spent with some very well-known sales, marketing and branding experts. We were invited to a very nice restaurant in a private room. The purpose of the meeting was to help a colleague who wanted to take his business to the next level… or a few levels beyond where it is now. There was a…
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The Value of Visitor Actions
We measure a lot with analytics, but we don’t often put a value on each of the actions a visitor takes when they connect with us online. It’s important that companies pay attention to more than visits and conversions… there are a ton of interactions in between and after that provide value. 1.webp” class=”s3-img” border=”0″ alt=”Visitor Action, Value and Impact”…
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There’s No Better Compliment Than This For An Author of a Dummies Guide!
We’ve had many folks send us photos of Corporate Blogging for Dummies, but I’m not sure we’ll get a better one than this! Valerie Strohl is a consultant and national public speaker who works with companies to improve their relationships with those with disabilities. We met when I led a regional workshop for the National Speaker’s Association. Valerie has gone…
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UnMarketing: Navigating Social Media Marketing with Adoption, Momentum, and Expansion
Scott Stratten’s unique approach to marketing is vividly captured in his influential work, aptly titled The Unbook. This piece breaks from conventional marketing wisdom, adopting a refreshingly conversational tone that makes the complex marketing world accessible and enjoyable. From the first footnote, Stratten ensures readers are not just informed but entertained, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in…
