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Content Marketing
What is a Brand?
If I were to admit one thing after decades in marketing, it was honestly that I vastly underestimated the impact of a brand across marketing efforts. While that may sound like a ridiculous statement, it’s because the nuance of crafting a brand or the incredible effort in adjusting the perception of a brand is far more difficult than I ever…
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Sales and Marketing Training
The Heartbeat of Community Building: Why Passion, Not Brand, Creates Movements
Community is more than a buzzword—it’s a battleground for relevance, loyalty, and long-term brand health. Yet, many corporations still misread the core ingredient that fuels thriving communities: passion. It’s a critical yet often misunderstood distinction. Passion does not originate in a brand. It’s not baked into a logo or conjured through a clever slogan. Passion lives in people and is…
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Artificial Intelligence
AI in Marketing: Examples and Impact
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed numerous industries, with marketing being one of the most significantly impacted. The integration of AI in marketing examples demonstrates how businesses can leverage machine learning and automation to analyze consumer behavior, optimize campaigns, and create highly personalized experiences. From predictive analytics to chatbots and automated content generation, AI-driven solutions streamline marketing efforts, making them more efficient and…
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Social Media & Influencer Marketing
The De-Evolution of Social Media: From Utopian Promise to Digital Dystopia
In the early days of social media, I was captivated by its potential—a direct channel where brands, governments, experts, and individuals could communicate and educate without traditional media filters. It promised a democratized flow of information, unprecedentedly connecting creators and audiences. While social media remains a valuable tool for networking and information discovery, the landscape has become increasingly challenging due…
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Content Marketing
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
Getting Started with Facebook Business Pages and Meta Advertising
Facebook has long been a useful tool for marketers. With over 3.07 billion monthly active users across its family of apps, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and others, the social media platform provides brands with the opportunity to cast a wide net and attract customers from around the world. That said, simply creating a Facebook page for your business or publishing…
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Advertising Technology
The Ultimate Event Planning Checklist: A Timeline-Driven Guide for Live, Online, and Recorded Events in 2025
Effective event planning blends strategic foresight with meticulous execution and precise timeline management. Whether organizing a large-scale live conference, hosting an interactive online webinar, or producing a high-quality recorded session for on-demand viewing, this checklist breaks down every phase—from pre-planning to post-event review—into clearly defined steps. Each phase includes a dedicated timeline section and specific guidance for live, online, and…
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Analytics & Testing
A Breakdown of Meta’s Analytics Tools: What They Do and Why They Matter
Meta’s ecosystem remains a powerhouse for brands, marketers, and creators looking to connect with audiences on Facebook, Instagram, and beyond. The platform offers unparalleled reach with billions of active users, but raw numbers alone don’t guarantee success. That’s where Meta’s analytics tools come in. These tools help you decode performance, understand your audience, and optimize strategies, whether running organic campaigns…
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Social Media & Influencer Marketing
A Growing Number of Your Brand’s Followers Are Dead… Seriously
Massive user numbers are often used to showcase the reach of platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter). However, behind these numbers lies a growing and often overlooked issue: the significant portion of accounts that belong to deceased individuals. Understanding this reality is crucial for brands, as it impacts platforms’ actual value and marketing efforts’ effectiveness. The Rising…
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E-commerce and Retail
ShortStack: Valentine’s Day Social Media Contest Ideas for 2025
Valentine’s Day is almost upon us, and it’s time to roll out those Valentine’s promotions! Valentine’s day is a great retail marketing holiday to take advantage of. Valentine’s Day returned to its romantic traditions, with total spending on significant others for the holiday expected to reach a record $14.2 billion, an average of $185.81 per person. NRF You should schedule…
