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Content Marketing
How to Design, Write, and Publish Your Ebook Using Google Docs
If you’ve gone down the road of writing and publishing an ebook, you know messing with EPUB file types, conversions, design and distribution is not for the faint of heart. There’s quite a number of ebook solutions out there that will help you through the process and get your ebook onto Google Play Books, the Kindle and other devices. Ebooks…
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Marketing Infographics
What Are The Types Of The Web (Dark, Deep, Surface, & Clear)?
We don’t often discuss online security or the Dark Web. While companies did a good job of securing their internal networks, working from home has opened up businesses to additional threats of intrusion and hacking. 20% of companies stated they faced a security breach as a result of a remote worker. Enduring from home: COVID-19’s impact on business security Cybersecurity…
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Advertising Technology
Infographic: Brief History of Social Media Advertising
While many social media purists tout the power and reach of organic social media marketing, it’s still a network that’s difficult to be discovered without promotion. Social media advertising is a market that did not exist just a decade ago but generated $11 billion in revenue by 2017. This was up from just $6.1 billion in 2013. Social advertisements offer…
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Email Marketing & Automation
Email: Soft Bounce and Hard Bounce Code Lookup and Definitions
An email bounce is when an email isn’t accepted by a business or Internet Service Provider’s mail server for a specific email address and a code is returned that the message has been rejected. The bounces are defined as either soft or hard. Soft bounces are typically temporary and are basically a code to tell the sender that they may…
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Mobile Marketing, Messaging, and Apps
Proximity Marketing and Advertising: The Technology, Types, and Tactics
As soon as I walk into my local Kroger (supermarket) chain, I look down at my phone, and the app alerts me where I can either pop up my Kroger Savings barcode for checking out or I can open the app to search and find items in the aisles. When I visit a Verizon store, my app alerts me with…
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Content Marketing
How to Set Up 3-Point Lighting for Your Live Videos
We’ve been doing some Facebook Live videos for our client utilizing Switcher Studio and absolutely loving the multi-video streaming platform. One area that I wanted to improve on was our lighting, though. I’m a bit of a video newbie when it comes to these strategies, so I’ll continue to update these notes based on feedback and testing. I’m learning a…
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E-commerce and Retail
The Psychological Journey of E-Commerce: Turning Clicks into Customers
Understanding consumer psychology is the key to unlocking sales and building a loyal customer base. Unlike brick-and-mortar stores, online retailers must navigate the unique challenges of creating an engaging and persuasive environment without the advantage of face-to-face interactions or the tactile experience of products. By delving into the intricacies of the consumer decision-making process and leveraging psychological triggers, e-commerce businesses…
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E-commerce and Retail
15 Strategies for Increasing Customer Spend at Your Retail Outlet
Adopting innovative technologies and contemporary strategies is paramount for retailers seeking to thrive in today’s market. The retail landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements and changing consumer behaviors. The 4Ps of Marketing The 4Ps of marketing – Product, Price, Place, and Promotion – have long been the cornerstone of marketing strategies. However, as the business environment evolves, these…
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Sales and Marketing Training
What Does A Digital Marketer Do?
Digital marketing is a multifaceted domain that transcends traditional marketing tactics. It demands expertise in various digital channels and the ability to connect with the audience in the digital sphere. A digital marketer’s role is to ensure the brand’s message is disseminated effectively and resonates with its target audience. This necessitates strategic planning, execution, and constant monitoring. In digital marketing,…
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Marketing Infographics
Buzz, Viral or Word of Mouth Marketing: What’s the difference?
Dave Balter, the founder of BzzAgent, defines the differences in Buzz, Viral, and Word of Mouth Marketing. Here are excerpts with Dave’s great definitions: What is Word of Mouth Marketing? Word of Mouth Marketing (WOMM) is the most powerful medium on the planet. It’s the actual sharing of an opinion about a product or service between two or more consumers.…