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Social Media & Influencer MarketingDouglas KarrJun 1, 2025
No Budget? No Problem. 10 High-Value Marketing Tactics for Challenging Times
Marketers today are facing heightened pressure to do more with less. Unpredictable economic conditions, shifting consumer behaviors, and tightening budgets are pushing businesses, especially small to mid-sized (SMB) ones, to find creative, cost-effective ways to connect with customers and sustain growth. The good news is this: while the playing field isn’t always level, it has never been more accessible. A…
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Content MarketingDouglas KarrMay 12, 2025
30 Strategies To Promote and Grow the Reach of Your Company Blog
A company blog is a powerful platform for thought leadership, customer education, and lead generation, but consistent promotion is essential to unlocking its full value. It’s hard to believe it’s been almost 20 years since I wrote Corporate Blogging for Dummies… but you’d be surprised at how little has changed when it comes to growing the reach of your company…
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Sales and Marketing Training
Douglas KarrApr 1, 2025
The Top Online Marketing Activities for Solopreneurs, Small, and Medium-Sized Businesses in 2025
Running a small or medium-sized business (SMB) comes with unique challenges—limited budgets, small teams, and the constant pressure to stand out in a crowded digital landscape. Online marketing offers a cost-effective way to reach customers, build brand awareness, and drive sales. Still, the approach varies depending on the business size and whether it operates in a business-to-business (B2B) or business-to-consumer…
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Content MarketingDouglas KarrMar 3, 2025
How Much Does It Cost to Outsource Your Brand’s Social Media in 2025?
As businesses increasingly rely on social media marketing (SMM) to connect with audiences, outsourcing these efforts to agencies or third-party providers has become a pivotal strategic choice. U.S. social media ad spending grew by 13.5% to $82.88 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $230 billion in 2025—outsourcing can offer expertise and efficiency. AgencyAnalytics But what does outsourcing social…
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Social Media & Influencer Marketing
Douglas KarrDec 6, 2024
The Social Media Marketer’s Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Task List
Managing a successful social media presence requires dedicated professionals who understand both the art and science of digital engagement. Social Media Managers, Digital Marketing Specialists, or, in larger organizations, entire social media teams typically handle this work. These professionals combine creative content creation, strategic thinking, and data analysis to build and maintain a brand’s online presence. In smaller organizations, a…
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Social Media & Influencer MarketingDouglas KarrDec 1, 2024
Did Information Access Really Kill the News Industry?
Throughout human history, the control and dissemination of information have been intrinsically linked to power structures and social organization. From ancient scribes to modern social media, the journey of how we share knowledge reflects our evolving society and its power dynamics. Early Information Sharing and the Rise of Literacy In ancient civilizations, knowledge was preserved and transmitted through oral traditions…
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Content MarketingDouglas KarrAug 23, 2024
Plone: The Enterprise-Grade CMS Platform for Secure and Scalable Web
Enterprise organizations face numerous challenges in managing their online presence effectively. The demands placed on content management systems are ever-increasing, from security concerns to scalability issues, from user experience (UX) to integration capabilities. Businesses, educational institutions, and government agencies alike require robust solutions that can adapt to their evolving needs while providing a secure and user-friendly content creation and distribution…
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E-commerce and RetailDouglas KarrJul 8, 2024
Top Marketing Strategies For Your Small Business Growth in 2024
In thriving economies, consumers (B2C) and businesses (B2B) confidently navigate the customer journey, quickly making purchases and investments. However, during periods of economic uncertainty, both consumers and businesses may become more hesitant, choosing to preserve cash instead of spending or investing. This confusion, tension, and apprehension often occur in an election year. 1. Focus Your Marketing Messaging on Value In…
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Content MarketingDouglas KarrMay 16, 2024
Blogging for Feet? How Charities Can Leverage Blogs to Showcase Their Impact
Blogging and social media have become powerful tools for businesses to connect with their audience personally. However, many NPOs often overlook the potential of leveraging their philanthropic efforts to further engage with their followers. By promoting the charities they support, businesses can showcase their caring side and help these non-profit organizations gain much-needed exposure. Life’s most persistent and urgent question…
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Content MarketingAnn SmartyJan 5, 2024
How to Include Your Team in Your Business Blogging Strategy
One of the most common recommendations out there for organizations trying to create a steady stream of content is to look inward for contributions. After all, who knows your business better than the people who work at it every single day? And what could be more cost-effective than having the people you’re already paying transform into your own personal content…