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- Content Marketing
Blocksy: Why Patterns And The Gutenberg Editor Are The Optimal Solution For WordPress Theme Development
As the demand for building faster, more efficient websites grows, web developers and designers increasingly turn to WordPress’s block-based architecture to streamline their workflows. However, many still face challenges like slow page builders, repetitive design tasks, and bloated code that impacts site performance. Table of ContentsGutenberg EditorUnderstanding Blocks and PatternsBlocksy: The Ultimate Theme StarterWhy Blocksy is the Perfect Theme for…
- Analytics & Testing
Outgrow: Increase Your Content Marketing ROI with Interactive Content
On a recent podcast with Marcus Sheridan, he spoke about the tactics that businesses are missing the mark on when they’re developing their digital marketing efforts. You can listen to the entire episode here: One key that he spoke to as consumers and businesses continue to self-direct their customer journeys is interactive content. Marcus mentioned three types of interactive content…
- Social Media & Influencer Marketing
Personal Branding On Social Media Is The Most Dishonest Marketing There Is
Forget the diet and dating ads; I think some of the most deceptive marketing there is online are the very marketing experts that continue to criticize brands and preach transparency online. They’re anything but transparent. I’m at an interesting time in my life. My business is doing well, my personal life is great, and my health is getting better which…
- Content Marketing
How To Create A Temporary Login To WordPress Via A Direct Link
I’ve worked across hundreds of clients with WordPress, developing themes, plugins, integrations, etc. For the most part, a tried and tested theme or plugin that has a great rating and reputation operate seamlessly on a client site. But, every so often, a plugin or theme will throw a bug or may even take down the site altogether. This week, I…
- Content Marketing
WordPress: Stop Updating Years On Your With This Shortcode To Calculate Years Since
One of the best features of WordPress as a content management system (CMS) is Shortcodes. The flexibility to program dynamic content using shortcodes can help you deploy robust and incredible sites. Shortcodes are substitution strings you can insert into your content that renders dynamic content. I’m helping a client this week where they’re taking one of their products and rolling…
- Mobile Marketing, Messaging, and Apps
SkAdNetwork? Privacy Sandbox? I stand with MD5s
Apple’s June 2020 announcement that the IDFA would be an opt-in feature for consumers by September’s iOS 14 release felt like the rug was pulled from under the 80 billion ad industry, sending marketers into a frenzy to find the next best thing. It’s been over two months, and we’re still scratching our heads. With the recent much-needed postponement until 2021, we as an…
- Customer Data Platforms
Decoding CDP Vendor Claims: What You Need to Know
Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) have emerged as powerful tools for businesses to understand their customers better and drive personalized experiences. However, amidst the promises and buzzwords, lies and misconceptions often lurk. Let’s explore what you need to know about CDP vendors and why CDP projects often fall short. Claim 1: Complete User Interaction Capture One common myth that CDP vendors…
- Analytics & Testing
How To Use Google Analytics 4 Events to Track Category Popularity in WordPress
Category popularity can help you understand what content your audience finds most engaging. Tracking this data can help you tailor your content strategy and enhance user experiences. Google Analytics 4 (GA4) offers powerful event tracking capabilities, enabling you to monitor your WordPress website’s category views. In this article, we’ll explore how to implement event tracking to measure the popularity of…
- Advertising Technology
RIP: Frank Batten Sr – The Billionaire You Never Heard Of
Most people have never heard of Frank Batten Sr outside of Hampton Roads, Virginia. When I first left the US Navy and went to work at The Virginian-Pilot, I heard nothing but great things from the Pressmen that worked for the newspaper when they spoke of Frank Sr. He was known to come out to the presses and chat it…
- Advertising Technology
Three Dangers of Affiliate Marketing and How to Avoid Them
The affiliate industry is nuanced. There are many players, layers, and moving parts. While some of these nuances are what make the affiliate model unique and valuable, such as connecting compensation to outcomes, there are others that are less desirable. What’s more is that, if a company is unaware of them, they risk damaging their brand. For companies to take…
