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Engagement Is a Lie: Why Your Marketing Metrics Are Leading You Astray
If a guy talks to his girlfriend 83% more this month than last month, is he engaged? What if he left a few comments on her social media posts? Does that make him engaged? No. The definitions of engagement are clear: (1) A formal agreement to get married.(2) An arrangement to do something or go somewhere at a fixed time.…
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“Customer First” Must be the Mantra
Harnessing the power of the many sophisticated marketing technologies available is a good move for business, but only if you keep your customer in mind. Business growth relies upon technology, this is an undisputed fact, but more important than any tool or piece of software is the people you are selling to. Getting to know your customer when they’re not…
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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…
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PageRank: Newton’s Gravitational Theory Applied
Newton’s theory of gravitation states that the force between two masses is proportional to the product of the two masses and inversely proportional to the square of the distance between those masses: The Gravitational Theory Explained: F is the magnitude of the gravitational force between the two point masses. G is the gravitational constant. m1 is the mass of the…
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Leveraging Startup Partnerships to Accelerate Innovation in Your Organization
For established businesses looking to drive innovation, partnering with a startup can be a powerful catalyst for change. Startups are often at the cutting edge of new technologies and approaches, and their willingness to experiment and take risks can help established companies break out of old patterns and explore new opportunities. However, it’s crucial to choose the right startup partner…
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A Tiny Bit of Research Can Dramatically Impact Social Shares and Drive Sales
While many small businesses are abandoning Facebook, I’m always intrigued when I see something unexpected happen there for a client. Believe me, unless they’re paying to promote posts… I don’t set expectations too high. One of my clients is a family-run roofing company that serves central Indiana. They’ve been here for decades and have an incredible reputation. Recently, a hail…
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7 Reasons Your Content Fails to Resonate With Millennials
There are sometimes when I read specific findings on demographic or geographic groups that I groan a little. I’m not saying that this report that NewsCred isn’t important for marketers to keep in mind, but I do believe that we often tend to generalize with data and sometimes come to conclusions that aren’t accurate. I often ask someone, would you…
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Closing the Gap Between Sales and Marketing
The topic of the changing sales funnel is on every company’s mind. A big part of the change is how we look at sales, and more importantly, how the strategy of sales and marketing are more aligned than ever. Organizations need to analyze how their organization is approaching sales on a consistent basis so that they don’t lose any opportunities. Are…
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Product Marketing: Does Marketing Make The Product?
I know a few companies where marketing outpaces the product’s user experience and services. I’ve seen sales demos where the rep won’t open the application, instead working off a bright, shiny, photoshopped mockup. That’s not an issue when your product is advertised, but I’ve seen it tear some companies apart when the marketing overhypes the reality of the product. RC…
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Your Blog RPMs are Pegged, but You Are Not Winning the Race!
Aside from the assistance I try to provide other bloggers through this blog, I actually do help a few bloggers hands-on. Unfortunately, I don’t get to spend as much time to do that as I’d like to – I have to work to pay the bills. Yesterday I took the day off and attended a regional web conference. The conference…
