Douglas Karr's Articles on Martech Zone
- Marketing Infographics
What is a Citation? Understanding the Role of Citation Building in Local SEO
A citation is the digital mention of a unique characteristic of your business online. It may include a distinctive brand name or product line, a physical address, or a phone number. It's not a link.
- Content Marketing
Webydo: Build Stunning Creative Websites Without Writing Code
Creating stunning, professional websites can often be a complex, time-consuming process for designers, developers, and business owners. Traditional coding methods or complex web development platforms add layers of complexity that slow down creativity and productivity. The challenge? Finding a way to design beautiful, functional websites without getting bogged down in the technical side. Webydo Webydo is here to solve that…
- Analytics & Testing
Short.io: Elevate Your Link Management with Branded Short URLs
Are you tired of lengthy URLs that clutter your marketing materials and social media posts? Do you wish for a way to track the performance of your links and gain valuable insights into audience engagement? In today’s digital landscape, effective link management is crucial for maximizing the impact of your marketing campaigns. Short.io Short.io is a link-shortening platform that empowers…
- Advertising Technology
Cardlytics: Turning Purchase Data into Measurable Marketing Impact with Card-Linked Marketing
Marketers today face a persistent blind spot: it is difficult to know where customers are shopping, how they split their spending across competitors, and what truly drives incremental growth. Traditional digital advertising often delivers impressions but struggles to prove whether it influenced a consumer’s decision to purchase. At the same time, consumers are more skeptical than ever about generic ads,…
- Content Marketing
AIR: Transforming Creative Content into Billions of Views Across Global Channels
Navigating the complexities of video content channels can be overwhelming. Brands and individuals face the challenge of standing out on platforms like Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and more, where competition is fierce and audiences constantly shift. Trying to grow your creative presence on your own can quickly become daunting, requiring a deep understanding of algorithms, audience engagement, content creation, and strategic…
- Analytics & Testing
Keak: The First AI Agent Capable of Continuous, Automated A/B Testing and Optimization
Website optimization is essential for businesses aiming to maximize conversions and provide a superior user experience. However, testing various website elements to identify winning variations can be time-consuming, costly, and complex. That’s where Keak steps in. Keak Keak is the first AI-powered platform designed to run continuous A/B testing on your website. Unlike traditional testing tools that require manual setup…
- Content Marketing
The Secret Sauce to YouTube Success: How to Skyrocket Your Likes and Views
With over 2 billion logged-in users monthly, YouTube is a powerful channel for brands, marketers, and influencers to showcase content and tap into an extensive audience base. It’s been an invaluable tool for businesses to achieve their goals and influencers – YouTubers – to reach their dreams. If you want to maximize your success on YouTube, understanding views and likes is…
- Sales and Marketing Training
Public Speaking: How Overcoming This Fear Advanced My Career Beyond My Imagination
Ironically, one of the biggest sources of fear can also be the key to career success. I know firsthand because I failed my Public Speaking class at night school. It wasn’t just nerves – it was so intense that my doctor had to prescribe medication to help me manage it. Standing in front of a room full of people, I…
- Artificial Intelligence
7 Ways that AI is Revolutionizing Email Marketing
30% of companies all over the world will be using AI in at least one of the sales processes in 2020. By 2035, AI is expected to drive $14 trillion of additional revenue and a 38% rise in profitability!
- Paid and Organic Search Marketing
What is Preloading, and How Does it Impact Core Web Vitals and Your User Experience?
According to Google Search Console (GCS), one area of improvement I have on Martech Zone is improving my mobile performance as per Core Web Vitals (CWV), a set of metrics that Google uses to evaluate page performance and user experience. My site utilizes custom fonts, and I noticed that there’s quite a delay in loading the page on mobile devices…
