Douglas Karr's Articles on Martech Zone
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Sales and Marketing Training
Nobody Knows Who You Are… Craft Your Personal Brand Accordingly
Your personal branding dictates your professional opportunities. Many feel constrained by their past experiences, existing networks, or the lack of a recognizable reputation. The truth is, nobody knows who you are—at least, not yet. This is excellent news because it means you can craft your personal brand in a way that aligns with where you want to go, not just…
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Sales and Marketing Training
10 Essential Tips to Prevent Brute Force Attack on VPS
VPS is an ideal choice for all types of businesses because it balances performance and cost. However, like any other server, it must be protected against Brute-Force attacks. A brute force attack involves repeated attempts to guess a user’s password and gain unauthorized access to their account. This attack can compromise server data and take complete control of the server.…
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Marketing Tools
A List of MarTech Companies Shuttered, Acquired, or Rebranded (Updated 2025)
This article is a work in progress, evolving as we track the ever-changing MarTech landscape. I realize there are hundreds of shuttered platforms, so I will try to update the list every month. I think it’s important to understand what’s happened to some of the companies we’ve grown to appreciate and how they may have been shut down, absorbed into…
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Social Media & Influencer Marketing
The De-Evolution of Social Media: From Utopian Promise to Digital Dystopia
In the early days of social media, I was captivated by its potential—a direct channel where brands, governments, experts, and individuals could communicate and educate without traditional media filters. It promised a democratized flow of information, unprecedentedly connecting creators and audiences. While social media remains a valuable tool for networking and information discovery, the landscape has become increasingly challenging due…
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Content Marketing
Sitejet Studio: The Ultimate Website Builder and Creative Management Platform Agencies and Freelancers
Creating and managing websites can be time-consuming, especially when juggling multiple clients and projects. Agencies and freelancers need a solution that streamlines workflows, simplifies design, and enhances collaboration without compromising creativity or performance. Sitejet Studio Sitejet Studio is an all-in-one website design and project management platform tailored for agencies and freelancers. It combines a powerful website builder, project management tools,…
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Analytics & Testing
How Social Signals Boost Your Online Presence in 2025: A Dual-Engine Approach
Social signals—interactions like likes, shares, retweets, and comments—act as a real-time pulse of your brand’s popularity and engagement on platforms like X, TikTok, and Instagram. These signals don’t just shine on social media; they ripple into your search engine visibility, driving traffic and credibility. But here’s the catch: while social media thrives on instant feedback, climbing search engine rankings (on…
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Content Marketing
Do Longer Posts Get More Views? A Data-Driven Analysis
Years ago, I analyzed Martech Zone and tried to identify whether my word count impacted the number of post views. The result was a minimal correlation, which encouraged me that the correct word count is the number of words necessary to explain your topic to your audience… and no more. Of course, this contradicts the advice of many SEO experts…
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Content Marketing
What are HTTP Response Codes? Here’s a List With An Explanation of Each
HTTP response codes, also known as HTTP status codes or header response codes, are a set of three-digit numeric codes returned by a web server in response to an HTTP request made by a client (usually a web browser or another application). Table of ContentsWhy HTTP Status Codes Are ImportantHTTP Response Code Classifications1xx HTTP Informational Response Codes2xx HTTP Successful Response…
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Content Marketing
How Much Does It Cost to Outsource Your Brand’s Social Media in 2025?
As businesses increasingly rely on social media marketing (SMM) to connect with audiences, outsourcing these efforts to agencies or third-party providers has become a pivotal strategic choice. U.S. social media ad spending grew by 13.5% to $82.88 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $230 billion in 2025—outsourcing can offer expertise and efficiency. AgencyAnalytics But what does outsourcing social…
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Artificial Intelligence
Aragon: Your Professional Headshots Are Here Using AI
Investing in professional headshots is worthwhile for several reasons, especially in today’s digitally driven world where your image often makes the first impression: Professionalism: Professional headshots convey a sense of professionalism. They show that you take yourself and your career seriously, which can influence how clients, colleagues, and employers perceive you. First Impressions: In the digital age, your headshot is…
