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Artificial Intelligence
AI Hype vs Reality: What Actually Works for Businesses in 2025
78% of global companies currently use AI. 82% of global companies are either using or exploring the use of AI in their organization Exploding Topics AI promises breakthroughs in efficiency, automation, and decision making—but for many businesses, turning that promise into measurable results remains a challenge. Leaders are bombarded with grand claims of AI transforming entire industries, yet often struggle to identify…
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Email Marketing & Automation
How Small Businesses Use Software to Manage Contacts
With over 90% of small businesses using some digital form of data management to store contacts, it seems apparent that small businesses have plunged into the digital age. But, we wanted to know what these small businesses are doing with the contact data. What we discovered may surprise you. You can find the full survey results at the AddressTwo University.
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Analytics & Testing
The Price of Free Website Testing
This is a debate that continues to rage on when it comes to the Internet… why should I pay for a solution when I can use a free one? We utilize many free applications – but given our experience in the industry, I think we’re an exception to the rule. As an agency, we’re fully leveraging the technology we find…
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Social Media & Influencer Marketing
Addvocate: Identify, Amplify, Measure, Optimize, Govern
Companies don’t take advantage of the powerful force they have internally when it comes to social media. We watch all the time as companies employ 1 or 2 social media folks to manage a corporate social media presence. They work hard, they distribute great content, but they’re in their own bubble when it comes to promoting their content. If you…
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Marketing & Sales Videos
Sell, Service and Market with Salesforce1
Last week, Isaac Pellerin from our client TinderBox stopped by and demonstrated the Salesforce1 mobile application to me. Wow. Salesforce1 allows companies to create apps using Salesforce Communities, Heroku1 and the ExactTarget Fuel Platform and the user interface is simple and very usable. The Salesforce1 Platform delivers powerful services like point-and-click development, business logic, mobile SDK, analytics, multi-language development, social…
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Customer Data Platforms
PowerChord: Centralized Local Lead Management and Distribution for Dealer-Distributed Brands
The larger brands get, the more moving parts appear. Brands sold through a network of local dealers have an even more complex set of business goals, priorities, and online experiences to consider — from the brand perspective down to the local level. Brands want to be easily discovered and purchased. Dealers want new leads, more foot traffic, and increased sales.…
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Advertising Technology
Angi Roofing’s Lack of Disclosure and Conflict Of Interest Should Draw Some Attention
Readers of my publication probably realize that we’ve helped multiple roofing companies build their online presence, grow their local search, and drive leads for their businesses. You may also remember that Angi (previously Angie’s List) was a key client for whom we assisted with their search engine optimization regionally. Back then, the focus of the business was driving consumers to…
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Paid and Organic Search Marketing
SEO for Small Businesses: A Primer for Maximizing Visibility in a Competitive Market in 2025
Visibility online is crucial to maintaining a small business these days. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a powerful strategy for increasing visibility so potential customers can find your business. SEO is about improving the ranking of one’s website on search engines like Google, which would help potential customers reach their business while searching for a specific product or service. In this…
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Customer Data Platforms
How to Collect and Verify B2B Leads
B2B lead generation is a key element in driving business growth. However, collecting high-quality leads and ensuring their validity is a challenge that many businesses face. Properly collecting and verifying leads is crucial to ensuring that sales teams focus on the most promising prospects. In this article, we’ll explore the step-by-step process for gathering and validating B2B leads to maximize your…
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Marketing Tools
Canva: Affordable, Versatile, Collaborative Resume Templates and CV Builder You’ll Actually Enjoy Using
In a season of professional transition, my wife and I both found ourselves in the unenviable position of searching for new roles. While we know that most opportunities stem from word-of-mouth and solid networking, there’s always that moment when someone says, “Send me your resume (or CV)! That moment is why having a polished, professionally designed resume matters—especially when you’re…
