April, 2025

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12 over-looked content marketing tools and features you should be using

Martech

In pursuit of creating the most interesting, creative and drool-worthy marketing content , I’ve become a bit of a software nerd. There are countless tools to choose from the ones everyone knows, the latest AI tools, the obscure ones so why not try them all? Content marketers are spoiled from the number of content capabilities, integrations and analytics insights available.

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7 Different Ways You Can Promote Your Business

Aspiration Marketing

Promoting your business doesn't have to be a struggle. If you are not sure how to promote your company effectively, this guide will get you on track. You have lots of options when it comes to business promotion, and all of these options should fit into most budgets. Getting the most out of your business' conversion opportunities is essential if you want your business to thrive and grow.

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The 8 Must-Have Reports of the ABM Leader

The Marketing Operations Leader

In this edition: The 7 Must-Have Reports for the ABM Leader What to Do If You’re Feeling Stuck or Lost in Your Ops Career POLL: What Was Your First Responsibility When You Started in Marketing Ops? Exclusive For Paid Subscribers : A Real Look Into Marketing Operations Leadership at an Enterprise Org—and the Problems You Must Overcome Imagine gaining 5 hours back each week.

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LinkedIn Leads in Engagement at 6.50% — Here’s How Other Platforms Stack Up

Buffer Marketing

Think you know which social platform has the most engagement? The data might surprise you. Social media trends are always evolving, but lately, engagement has been shifting in unexpected ways. LinkedIn is seeing record-high interactions, Pinterest is quietly on the rise, and Threads — once a breakout success — is settling into more stable patterns.

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How to Master Media Relations: Targeting, Tailoring, Timing

Speaker: Karen Swim, APR

Relevance is the currency of modern media relations—and personalization is how you earn it. In this new webinar with industry leader Karen Swim, APR, we'll explore proven strategies for precision targeting and crafting personalized pitches that resonate with journalists and build stronger relationships over time. You’ll also learn how to ensure your media lists are accurate and up to date, craft outreach that gets responses, and streamline your workflow without sacrificing quality.

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Why AI proficiency is today’s must-have marketing skill

Martech

AI proficiency is becoming a critical differentiator for marketers. HubSpots co-founder and CTO Dharmesh Shah says were at an inflection point where AI skills are essential for marketing career growth and acceleration. Those who can strategically use AI will gain a clear advantage. But why is AI proficiency so critical for marketers and why is this happening now?

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Marketers Claim a Broader Role and Increased Influence Amid Pressures

The CMO Survey

The 34th edition of The CMO Survey reveals a complex landscape for marketing leaders: While their organizational influence grows and AI adoption accelerates, they face increasing pressure to demonstrate ROI amid slowing budget growth and performance metrics. Based on insights from 281 marketing leaders (99% at VP-level or higher) at for-profit U.S. companies, findings highlight critical trends shaping marketings strategic direction in 2025.

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How to Create Engaging Social Media Content for Maximum Impact

Aspiration Marketing

Drowning in the scroll? Posting regularly but no popping? Let's fix your content engagement game on social media. Social media is overflowing with the same type of content these days. With competition being fierce, brands and influencers should work specifically for the audience to grab and hold their attention. You post content frequently just to end up with peanuts of likes, shares, and comments.

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Navigating Change Management in the Age of Consolidation: Key Takeaways from MarketingOps.com Webinar

MarketingOps

Jess Kao, Director and B2B GTM Digital Transformation Advisor at Adobe, recently graced the MarketingOps.com webinar stage to discuss the dynamics of navigating change management in the turbulent era of consolidation. Hosted by Tara from MarketingOps.com , the webinar went beyond the surface, exploring the significant roles, challenges, strategies, and value of marketing operations professionals during times of strategic shifts.

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How to Schedule Facebook Posts in 3 Easy Ways (+ Save Hours Every Week)

Buffer Marketing

I run a Facebook group called Freelancers Who Work Smart, Not Hard , but, for ages, I managed it the hard way, not the smart way.  The hard way looks like this: trying to remember to post regularly (when I sometimes can’t even remember what day of the week it is), coming up with some of my best ideas at 3 a.m. (before promptly falling asleep and forgetting them), and posting sporadically with neither consistency nor strategy.

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AI In The Aisles: The Executive's Guide To Better In-Store Experiences

Speaker: Steve Worthy, MBA

The rapid rise of AI-powered displays, touchless technology, and sensory marketing is reshaping the future of in-store engagement. Yet for many retail executives, the real challenge is not identifying new tools - it is knowing which signals to trust, which inputs to prioritize, and how to architect decisions that elevate in-store leadership rather than dilute it.

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9 essential tips for building a website that drives conversions

Martech

Your website is more than a digital brochure. Its the foundation of brand credibility, lead generation and customer engagement. Unlike social media, which has algorithms dictating visibility, your website is a platform you own, so you have complete control over messaging, user experience and conversion pathways. But if your website doesnt communicate your expertise, solutions and value proposition, visitors will leave without engaging, never mind converting.

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These Roadblocks Prevent AI Adoption — HubSpot’s Senior Director of Global Growth Shares How Champions Can Conquer the Challenge

Hubspot Marketing

Over the last year, Ive seen AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT transform from cool tech novelties into total game-changers. These technologies are no longer nice-to-haves theyre critical for any organization looking to stay competitive. Of course, implementing new AI-powered tools is often easier said than done. In this article, Ill share some common roadblocks, including a few Ive encountered as HubSpots senior director of global growth.

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Easy breakdown of GTM tech platforms & responsibilities

The Marketing Operations Leader

In this edition: Easy breakdown of GTM tech responsibilities & teams Your AI-powered email strategy is useless if you can’t reach the inbox (Guide to stay out of the promotions tab and podcast episode) Exclusive For Paid Subscribers : How to Get Leadership Buy-In for Behind-The-Scenes Ops and Tech Projects Imagine gaining 5 hours back each week.

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Mastering the Inbox: Elements of High-Converting Email Campaigns

Aspiration Marketing

Email marketing offers a direct line to your audience, a channel where personalized messages can truly resonate. Yet, crafting emails that convert requires more than just hitting 'send.' It's about understanding what compels readers to engage. We'll explore the critical components of successful campaigns, from compelling subject lines to clear calls to action, all designed to transform your email strategy.

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Engage Better, Gift Smarter, Win Big: Events That Deliver ROI

Speaker: Hanan Polinovski, Events Manager and David Brown, Sr. Marketing & Events Lead

Are your events living up to expectations? Are you getting quality leads from your sponsorships? Have you ever wondered if that branded notebook actually makes an impact? Get ready to transform your event strategy! Join event marketing pros Hanan Polinovski from Printfection and David Brown from Bonusly for a fast-paced webinar about turning your event efforts into serious ROI.

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Why Salesforce Data Quality is Holding Back Your MOps — and 5 Ways to Fix It

MarketingOps

What if the secret to driving better marketing performance wasnt in your latest campaign strategy, creative content, or ad spend? For marketing operations, the secret might be hiding in plain sight the quality of your Salesforce data. Whats Wrong with Your Salesforce Data Quality? Your marketing campaigns are only as strong as the data fueling them.

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How to Sell on Instagram: A Complete Guide for Creators and Businesses

Buffer Marketing

I find myself wanting to buy a new product I’ve seen on Instagram at least once a week. (Right now, I’ve got my eye on a gorgeous set of coffee mugs from Studio 13.) Instagram makes those “I need this” moments easy to act on — people see something they like, and they can buy it in just a few taps. What started out as a simple photo-sharing app has evolved into a powerful social commerce platform where you can show off your products, find new customers, and even

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The strategic rise of the marketing analyst in the age of AI

Martech

Your current marketing reports likely contain some compelling insights, but often, they are buried beneath vanity metrics and other charts and graphs that instead point to the obvious. That said, we’re heading in a positive direction, where marketing analysts who understand the power of AI-based tools and methods surface valuable insights, synthesize them and share them in real time (or near real time).

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Social Proof Backfire: The Marketing Mistake Costing You Conversions

Hubspot Marketing

Welcome to Creator Columns , where we bring expert HubSpot Creator voices to the Blogs that inspire and help you grow better. In the early 2000s, communications professor Bob Hornik wanted to see if anti-drug ads worked. At the time, most ads used shock and fear tactics to persuade kids. Bob gathered data on thousands of teenagers. He tracked their exposure to anti-drug ads and their marijuana use over time.

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B2B SEO vs. LMO: Whats the Difference and Why It Matters

Speaker: Speakers:

Brace yourself, B2B marketers. Your beloved SEO is getting a makeover, and its name is Language Model Optimization (LMO). What does that mean for your digital strategy? Join Jesse McFarland of SpearPoint Marketing on the next B2B Growth Show as we unravel the mystery and get you prepped for the next evolution in search. Here’s what you’ll walk away with: A clear breakdown of SEO vs.

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Common Human & AI Agent Models for GTM Explained

The Marketing Operations Leader

In this edition: Common Human & AI Agent Models for GTM Explained Podcast Episode: Why You Need to Be An Internal Ops Consultant at Work POLL: What is the Best Feature/Capability of Marketing Automation? Exclusive For Paid Subscribers : How to Speak Up More and Improve Exec Presence as an Ops Professional Learn from Marketing Ops Leaders from GE, Rockwell Automation, Jasper, and more at our in-person Marketing Ops Panel in Phoenix, AZ, on April 2nd.

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How to Use Buyer Personas to Improve Your Content Marketing

Aspiration Marketing

Imagine casting a wide net into the ocean, hoping to catch a specific type of fish. You might reel in some interesting creatures, but how many will be the ones you're truly after? Content marketing without buyer personas often feels similar. Businesses struggle to create content that resonates with their ideal customers, wasting time and resources on ineffective campaigns.

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10 Ways to Create Helpful Content + Examples and Checklist

Backlinko

Like it or not, were all at the mercy of Googles ranking systems. Systems that reward some sites with high rankings. And wipe others off the SERPs overnight. But its not all doom and gloom. Google provides fairly detailed guidelines about the type of content its looking for: helpful content. We follow these guidelines here at Backlinko. For example, our SEO strategy guide dominates the search results.

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The Benefits of Outsourcing Web Design for Small Businesses

Marketing Insider Group

Small businesses face a tough challenge when it comes to building a professional online presence. A well-designed website can make all the difference in attracting customers, building credibility, and driving sales. But what if hiring an in-house web designer isn’t in the budget? That’s where outsourcing web design comes in. Outsourcing web design allows businesses to work with experienced professionals without the cost and commitment of a full-time hire.

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A Data Revolution: Why Your AMS/CRM Needs a Native Data Warehouse

Unlock the Power of Historical Data A Data Revolution: Why Your AMS/CRM Needs a Native Data Warehouse Today’s association leaders need more than real-time snapshots—they need the full story. MemberSuite: A Data Revolution reveals how a native data warehouse transforms your AMS into a strategic decision-making engine. In this free eBook, you’ll discover: The difference between a database and a data warehouse—and why it matters How to gain historical visibility into membership, engagement, events,

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As Google brings back cookies, marketers stick with privacy-first strategies

Martech

Marketers may not know what keeping third-party cookies in Chrome means for Google , but they know it is not a green light to return to old habits. The industry-wide shift toward privacy-first marketing strategies continues whether Chrome catches up or not. “Google hitting pause on third-party cookie deprecation doesn’t stop the shift,” said Matt Spiegel, EVP at TransUnion. “Marketers can’t keep leaning on a tool that’s losing support across browsers and plat

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IRL takeovers: Influencers are reshaping live brand activations and events

Sprout Social

Influencers and creators are no longer confined to the realm of social media feeds; theyre stepping into the entertainment world, playing a crucial role in IRL events. They’ve emerged as powerful players in live brand activations and entertainment experiences that transcend traditional marketing. Live activations are becoming cultural moments that take up considerable social chatter.

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The GTM Technology Stack You Need Based On Company Stage

The Marketing Operations Leader

In this edition: GTM Tech Stack By Company Stage Podcast Episode: The New Title of GTM Engineer May Be Fake Poll: What’s the Biggest Blocker to Better Reporting? Exclusive For Paid Subscribers : Challenging Marketing Ops Problems I’ve Faced—And What I Learned The Best Virtual Marketing Ops Event of The Quarter is Back! Join Us For MOPs Breakout Adapting to Change: The Top Marketing Ops Priorities for the Future Marketing operations professionals are at the forefront of driving

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Multilingual Marketing Automation: Tools to Streamline Your Workflows

Aspiration Marketing

Picture this: your company is exploding onto the global scene, but your marketing team is drowning in spreadsheets, frantically trying to translate website copy, social media posts, and email campaigns for each new market. Deadlines are missed, messages get lost in translation, and your brand image suffers. Sounds familiar? Here is where multilingual marketing automation comes in.

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From Curiosity to Competitive Edge: How Mid-Market CEOs Are Using AI to Scale Smarter

Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage

This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.

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How to use buyer journey keyword research to unlock SEO-generated revenue

Hubspot Marketing

I know the impact of ignoring buyers journey keywords all too well. Early in my SEO career, I generated two million clicks for an ecommerce store. The client and I were thrilled. The graph on Google Search Console was trending strongly up. The problem? I couldnt quantify a single sale from two million visitors. I had no idea how to generate a keyword strategy for buyers.

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How to Use Instagram’s Close Friends for Your Business

SocialPilot

Since the Instagram feature Close Friends was released, the dynamic of the social networking app has been reinvented. The Close Friends feature introduces intimacy in social media and allows users and even businesses to gain more control over their accounts when it comes to Instagram Stories. This also enables audiences to feel a little more connected and privileged.

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What AI means for the future of agency-brand partnerships

Martech

AI is rewriting the rules of marketing and redefining the agency-brand relationship. Brands increasingly expect agencies to harness AI to drive faster execution, more innovative optimization and stronger performance. While the technology delivers on those promises, it’s also raising new questions: Will AI replace agency roles? Should clients expect lower costs as workflows become automated?

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