Influencer Marketing
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Advertising TechnologyDouglas KarrMay 30, 2025
Are Celebrity Endorsements a Viable Marketing Option?
Celebrity endorsements remain one of the most powerful tools in a brand’s marketing arsenal—especially for enterprises seeking to differentiate at scale. As traditional advertising effectiveness wanes and audiences grow more resistant to overt brand messaging, celebrity partnerships offer a unique shortcut to cultural relevance, credibility, and mass attention. However, they also come with high stakes: multi-million-dollar contracts, PR vulnerability, and…
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Mobile Marketing, Messaging, and AppsDouglas KarrApr 27, 2025
Why Your Mobile App’s Future Depends on Getting the Launch Right the First Time
When you launch a mobile app, the early user feedback, ratings, and engagement data are heavily weighted by app stores like Apple’s App Store and Google Play in determining your app’s visibility and ranking. If these signals are negative early on, it becomes exponentially harder to recover, even if you later fix problems or improve the app. Here’s why a…
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Advertising TechnologyDouglas KarrApr 24, 2025
As Digital Fatigue Grows, Sponsorships Offer Trust, Attention, and Real Engagement
In an era dominated by short-term tactics and ROI-at-all-costs campaigns, sponsorships stand out as one of the few strategies capable of delivering both brand lift and sustained value. However, too often, marketers treat sponsorships as just another advertising channel—buy the placement, display the logo, and move on. That approach misses the bigger opportunity. Sponsorships, when approached strategically, are not transactions.…
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Social Media & Influencer MarketingDouglas KarrApr 14, 2025
Social Media Statistics for 2025: Platforms, Advertising, Demographics, and User Interaction
Social media in 2025 is a dynamic landscape, shaped by evolving platforms, shifting user behaviors, and growing concerns about fatigue and division. With billions of users worldwide, platforms continue to pivot toward monetization, while consumers navigate an increasingly complex digital environment. This article explores key trends in platform evolution, consumer interactions with advertising, demographic shifts, and user engagement, highlighting the…
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Sales and Marketing TrainingDouglas 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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Social Media & Influencer MarketingDouglas KarrMar 24, 2025
Should You Leverage Awards in Your Marketing Strategy?
Winning an industry award can be a significant victory for companies, products, or individual professionals. But beyond the trophy and press release, business owners often ask: Do awards really move the needle in marketing? Let’s examine whether pursuing awards is a viable marketing strategy, backed by data and expert insights, and how to navigate the world of accolades without falling…
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Advertising TechnologyDouglas KarrMar 13, 2025
Navigating the Ad Blocker Challenge: Strategies for Businesses and Marketers
The rise of ad blockers has significantly disrupted digital advertising, impacting businesses and marketers who rely on traditional online ads for audience engagement and conversions. With millions of users blocking ads, businesses must explore new strategies to maintain reach and effectiveness. This article examines how ad blockers work, how businesses can detect them, and key strategies—including alternative ad formats, email…
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Social Media & Influencer MarketingDouglas KarrMar 7, 2025
Social Media Calendar: Your One-Stop Shop for Social Media Templates
Running a successful social media presence takes more than creativity— planning, consistency, and high-quality content. But creating engaging posts from scratch can be time-consuming and overwhelming. That’s where Social Media Calendar comes in. Think of it as your go-to online store stocked with ready-made templates, content plans, and marketing resources to help you effortlessly level up your social media game. What is Social Media…
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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 MarketingDouglas KarrFeb 26, 2025
The Four Pillars of Social Media Marketing: Turning Audiences into Customers
Social media marketing is a powerful tool for brands looking to grow their audience, engage with potential customers, and drive revenue. However, success on social platforms requires more than just publishing content—it demands a strategic approach rooted in Listening, Learning, Engaging, and Promoting. By mastering these four pillars, marketers can convert audiences—whether from their own following, an influencer’s community, or…