Douglas Karr's Articles on Martech Zone
- Paid and Organic Search Marketing
Checking Your Site’s Rank with Personalized Search
One of my clients called last week and asked why, when she searched, her site was first in the rankings but another person had her down the page a bit. If you hadn’t heard the ruckus, Google has turned on personalized search results permanently. That means that based on your search history, your results will differ. If you’re checking your…
- Content Marketing
Are You an Elephant or a Butterfly?
I watched a presentation with Roger Williams, a regional non-profit owner and entrepreneur. Roger shared a fantastic business analogy; he asked, “Are you an Elephant or a Butterfly?” Both elephants and butterflies are memorable, but they have distinct differences. Elephants Elephants, though not conventionally beautiful, embody strength and resilience. Their journey, often through muddy and challenging terrains, symbolizes the gritty…
- Analytics & Testing
It’s Time for Your Year-End Marketing Review
It’s that time of year again… when you must put time aside to review your annual marketing plan. Next year may be more important than any year previous with the rapid adoption of social media strategies. Here’s what I recommend collecting: Marketing Spend by Medium – this is actual money paid for external marketing and advertising efforts. Breaking this down…
- Social Media & Influencer Marketing
Six Degrees of Social Media Optimization
Having worked heavily in the online software industry over the last decade, I suppose it’s not a surprise that more folks are seeking my advice on the development and enhancement of their platforms – especially with regard to social media. I’ve been thinking a lot about what makes an application optimized for social media. Syndication – the majority of applications…
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Hey Valley Boys, Remember ChaCha?
If you’ve been reading my blog for long, you’d know that my opinion of ChaCha has had ups and downs. ChaCha is now a client (there’s my disclosure) so I’ve been taking a deeper look… and it’s looking good. Don’t take my word for it! The entire tech community, including the insiders at TechCrunch (the guys that love to hate…
- Marketing Books
Why Your Business Should Use Twitter
Many businesses continue to struggle with why they should use Twitter. Pick up a copy of Twitterville: How Businesses Can Thrive in the New Global Neighborhoods by Shel Israel. It’s a fantastic book that documents the birth and growth of Twitter as an incredible new medium for businesses to communicate through. As I was reading the book, Shel mentions several…
- Content Marketing
99Designs: Unlock Your Business’s Creative Potential Quickly and Affordably
Businesses need eye-catching designs to stand out from the competition. Whether launching a new product, revamping your website, or creating a memorable brand identity, having the right design can make all the difference. That’s where 99Designs comes in, offering a revolutionary platform that connects businesses with professional designers from around the globe. One of the standout features of 99Designs is…
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Happy #tweetsgiving and #indytweetsgiving
As I look back at the last year, it’s nothing short of amazing. Thanksgiving isn’t really a holiday at all without first thanking God… thank-you God! You’ve truly blessed me and my family this year. My son and daughter are the greatest gifts I’ve ever received in my life. I’m not always the best father in the world – sometimes…
- Sales Enablement, Automation, and Performance
I Have No Competition
I know that sounds arrogant. I don’t mean it that way. Whenever anyone mentioned competition at a company I worked at, I scoffed. I always have. Someone told me once that it’s impossible to look behind you and still race forward at top speed. I believe fear paralyzes companies. I believe in co-opetition. I’m not advocating ignoring your competition… every…
