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Creating Buyer Personas for Startups: 3 Tips to Get You Going

Aspiration Marketing

As with nearly all steps of the startup process, creating buyer personas comes with a mix of excitement and uncertainty. Your company’s enthusiasm for the product is met with the challenge of knowing who, exactly, to market it to.

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The Best TikTok Hashtags to Use to Grow Your Views and Reach in 2021

Hootsuite

Creating great TikTok content is one thing; getting people to actually look at it is another. But harness the power of TikTok hashtags to complement your editing techniques, and you’ll be set to conquer the TikTokosphere (a cool new phrase that is not taking off at the rate I want it to). If you’re here reading this, you probably already are more than aware TikTok is the social media app that’s swept the world’s smartphone users off their feet.

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The Future of Digital Marketing: Predictions for 2022 and Beyond

Marketing Insider Group

The digital marketing landscape changes so much and so frequently that it’s almost impossible to imagine what the future of digital marketing may offer in terms of opportunities. During the last year or two, we’ve seen new technologies, a backlash of sorts in social media, and influencer marketing maturing from its early days as a viable and powerful marketing channel in its own right.

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How to Drive Traffic with YouTube Live

Neil Patel

As a marketer, you know how valuable audience connection is. When you truly connect, you build trust and increase the likelihood of repeat purchases and interaction. These days, there are more and more ways for marketers to reach their target audiences. From TikTok to in-feed Instagram ads, marketers are encountering never-before-seen amounts of opportunity for connection.

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How to Leverage Behavioral Science Insights for Direct Mail Success

Speaker: Neal Boornazian, President and Nancy Harhut, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer - HBT Marketing

Direct mail has consistently remained a powerful tool in the marketer's arsenal, but in an age of digital dominance, its effectiveness hinges on the strategic integration of behavioral science. 💡 When you incorporate powerful behavioral science principles into your direct mail marketing strategies, you can prompt the hardwired decision-making shortcuts your audience relies on — and that automatically unlocks new avenues for engagement, conversion, and brand loyalty.

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Measuring Content Marketing Impact: How To Set Objectives That Matter

Content Marketing Institute

In a universe where marketing can’t be proven mathematically, what good are measurements and analytics? They’re immensely valuable if you have one thing – a shared sense of what success looks like. Find out how to get it in the latest episode of Marketing Makers. Continue reading → The post Measuring Content Marketing Impact: How To Set Objectives That Matter appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.

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Top 10 Business Benefits Of Content Marketing via @sejournal, @JRiddall

Search Engine Journal

Content marketing is an essential part of any marketing strategy. Here are 10 top benefits it can bring your business. The post Top 10 Business Benefits Of Content Marketing appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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How to Translate Foot Traffic Into Digital Sales

Neil Patel

As an entrepreneur, the move towards e-commerce and digital transformation shouldn’t pass you by. The good news is that as a brick-and-mortar business owner, you can promote your website to the foot traffic in and around your store to aid your online visibility and increase digital sales. Perhaps your biggest advantage is you don’t need to spend quite so long building the relationships that turn people into buyers: you’ve already done that.

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3 Disruptions To Know To Prepare for the Future of Content and Marketing

Content Marketing Institute

In the past 18 months, we’ve seen at least three major disruptions that should help us spot where content and marketing are headed – and develop our strategies to be ready for that future. Continue reading → The post 3 Disruptions To Know To Prepare for the Future of Content and Marketing appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.

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15 SMS Marketing Trends Every Local Business Marketer Needs to Know via @sejournal, @hethr_campbell

Search Engine Journal

Take a look at the advantages of using text messaging as a marketing channel for prospecting and customer nurturing. The post 15 SMS Marketing Trends Every Local Business Marketer Needs to Know appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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How to Get More Views on TikTok: 14 Essential Strategies

Hootsuite

The time has come: you’ve started a TikTok account — congratulations! You’ve embraced the short-form video app that’s been sweeping the globe ( 2 billion downloads and counting !) and have been creating videos , honing your TikTok editing skills and perfecting your Doja Cat dance moves. But making creative videos about donut cereal or mom pranks is just one step in building a successful TikTok presence.

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Sales & Marketing Alignment: How to Synergize for Success

Speaker: Carlos Hidalgo, Co-Founder & CEO of Digital Exhaust, Author, International Keynote & TEDx Speaker

Recent research shows that only 50% of B2B organizations state that they have good alignment between their marketing and sales teams. This lack of alignment tremendously impacts the ability to meet business goals, and is a limiting factor for building and maintaining customer relationships. While many B2B organizations continue to struggle with aligning their marketing and sales teams, they can take practical steps to unify both teams and simplify their overall approach.

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Turning data into gold with the right data strategy

Martech

Data has a cost. It has to be gathered, stored and analyzed. That means storage, apps and IT. For the digital marketer, data produces no revenue until it is activated, and even then, the payoff may not be immediate. Yet data is more valuable than gold. It can find customers, tease out their preferences, and convert those wants into sales. Data enables action.

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Use Loyalty Content To Sustain Your Hard-Won Customer Relationships

Content Marketing Institute

If you think new customer acquisition should be content marketing’s primary goal, you may want to think again. Read on for tips, examples, and more about how to make content and customer retention go hand in hand. Continue reading → The post Use Loyalty Content To Sustain Your Hard-Won Customer Relationships appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.

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Facebook Launches Audio & Video Calls For Businesses via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern

Search Engine Journal

Facebook is rolling out a series of updates targeted at small businesses, including audio & video calls in Messenger, live audio rooms, and more. The post Facebook Launches Audio & Video Calls For Businesses appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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How to Do Quarterly Ad Planning

Neil Patel

Perhaps you have a yearly marketing plan that provides an overview of the year. This can be helpful in understanding your overall goals but too vague to implement. That’s why a campaign plan with a narrower window—such as a quarter—is essential to marketing success. A quarterly ad campaign plan provides a more granular view of your objectives, goals, and success.

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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Back to Basics: Foundations of Email Design

Litmus

The core of Litmus is rooted in email design. We live and breathe it—and now, we want to help you build a strong foundation from the ground up. Whether you’re new to email design or a seasoned veteran, one thing’s for sure: You’ve got to have a solid understanding of the basics. That’s why we put together Foundations of Email Design to give you not only the fundamental techniques and principles to get started, but also best practices and examples, too.

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3 Hot Takes: Bad Thought Leadership, Irrelevant Content, and a New Media Network

Content Marketing Institute

Frustrated B2B readers give thought leadership content a bad review, and most say they skip out on anything they deem irrelevant. B2C retail giant Lowe’s adds a media network to monetize its audience. Read our hot takes. Continue reading → The post 3 Hot Takes: Bad Thought Leadership, Irrelevant Content, and a New Media Network appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.

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Top 5 Reasons Why You Need a Social Media Manager via @sejournal, @tallchickvic

Search Engine Journal

A dedicated social media manager is an essential part of your brand’s digital marketing strategy. Here are 5 reasons why. The post Top 5 Reasons Why You Need a Social Media Manager appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Using personalization to create marketing moments

Martech

“Marketing is no longer about grabbing attention, but rather it’s about creating real connections, building that emotional resonance and spurring action throughout the customer journey,” said Nina Butler, Director of Event Experience for B2B gifting platform Alyce, at the recent MarTech conference. In other words, for marketers to make meaningful connections with potential customers, they have to make the most out of every engagement.

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How to Improve Email Deliverability and Optimize Each Send

Learn how to optimize email deliverability and drive greater email ROI. What lands your email in the customer’s inbox? Understanding those factors, otherwise known as email deliverability, is critical to getting the most return on your campaign investments. But the “rules” around which factors land you in the spam folder aren’t always easy to keep up with.

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What Makes SEO a Primary Source of B2B Leads?

Industrial Marketer

SEO, or search engine optimization, is critical for any business that wishes to increase organic website traffic and drive B2B leads. The better visibility of your pages in search results, the more likely you are to attract future and existing customers. This holds particularly true for organic B2B searches where the potential customer is looking. Read more » The post What Makes SEO a Primary Source of B2B Leads?

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Why You Should Doubt Headline Best Practices Advice (Except This)

Content Marketing Institute

Headline advice articles promise a magic formula for crafting titles that compel people to click through and read your content. But what happens when one set of “best” practices conflicts with another – and with what your data tells you? Here’s how to sort it out. Continue reading → The post Why You Should Doubt Headline Best Practices Advice (Except This) appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.

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5 New Google Quality Rater Guidelines Updates & Why They Matter via @sejournal, @lilyraynyc

Search Engine Journal

Google added 5 revisions to its Search Quality Raters Guidelines changelog. See what's new in YMYL content, 'lowest page quality,' and more. The post 5 New Google Quality Rater Guidelines Updates & Why They Matter appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Consumer tolerance for traditional advertising continues to fall

Martech

In a new report, “Outlook 2022: The US Digital Advertising Ecosystem,” the IAB spells out bluntly the changes in consumer expectations of advertising. As for traditional advertising, they are tired of it and especially when it manifests as interruptions to digital video consumption. Lower consumer tolerance and higher expectations of brands are impacting “the composition and size of audiences for ad-supported media and entertainment brands.” With the greatly increased ava

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The Resurgence of Direct Mail as a Growth Marketing Strategy

Speaker: Jeff Tarran, COO, Gunderson Direct & Margaret Pepe, Executive Director of Product Management, U.S. Postal Service

Learn the secrets to direct mail success for growth marketers! Industry veterans Jeff Tarran and Margaret Pepe are here to delve into how direct mail has completely evolved in recent years, and has rightfully earned a seat at the table alongside the email and digital marketing plans of SMBs, enterprise companies, and agencies as they look into strategy for 2024 and beyond.

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How to solve the marketing reporting conundrum without being a magician

Search Engine Land

In a recent survey shared at SMX, C-Suite executives report sales and leads as top performance indicators for marketing teams. Please visit Search Engine Land for the full article.

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Is Facebook Still a Useful Play for Small Businesses

Duct Tape Marketing

Is Facebook Still a Useful Play for Small Businesses written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. You may very well be asking the question posed in the title of this post because you’ve been following the recent damning Facebook whistleblower testimony, or maybe you’ve just had this sinking feeling for several years. While I don’t think being on Facebook is at this point detrimental to a small business brand the way it might be for a publicly traded company the que

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Did YouTube Change Its Algorithm? No, It’s Seasonal Decline via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern

Search Engine Journal

Is your YouTube viewership down? You're not alone. It's normal for watch patterns to change around this time of year. The company explains why. The post Did YouTube Change Its Algorithm? No, It’s Seasonal Decline appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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How Samsung transformed their customer experience with a new support site search

Martech

“Our goal has always been to meet Samsung customers where they are, and offer services that are most convenient for them,” said Scott Messina, Director of Search and Design Strategy at Samsung. This meant updating their support site experience during the pandemic, when many customers were working from home and using their cell phones more than usual.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Messy SEO Part 3: How to find cached images and improve user experience

Search Engine Land

Anyone who’s worked with website moves and merges knows redirecting the old pages to the new domain is just part of the story. User experience optimization is an equally important stage in any SEO project. Please visit Search Engine Land for the full article.

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What’s the Occasion? 5 Types of Milestone Emails To Try

Litmus

Let’s celebrate! Email marketing has an ROI of up to 45:1 for some industries, but it’s also a whole lot of fun. Aside from the typical celebrations like holiday emails, teams have an opportunity to make subscribers feel recognized on their special days. Automated milestone emails for special occasions like birthdays are an opportunity for brands to connect with subscribers one-on-one and have a bit of fun while doing it.

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Multi-Channel B2B Lead Generation: 8 Steps to Success via @sejournal, @johnelincoln

Search Engine Journal

Building an effective B2B lead generation campaign isn't easy, but it's worth getting right. Here's how to set yours up in 8 proven steps. The post Multi-Channel B2B Lead Generation: 8 Steps to Success appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Why cross-channel customer journey orchestration is important

Martech

“Brands struggle with where to start,” said Ben Tepfer, Senior Technical Evangelist at Adobe, talking about customer journey orchestration at our recent MarTech conference. “There’s new channels, there’s new social networks. There’s old mediums that are no longer of as much use. So as marketers, we need to be thinking constantly about, what are the channels today and what are the channels going to look like in the future?”.

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What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?

Navigating the waters of sustainability reporting disclosures and regulations can be intimidating, to say the least. With various measures set in motion in 2023 to keep companies accountable, there is a lot in store for brands’ impact communication in the upcoming year. 3BL is kicking off this January with our Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Capricorn Edition by highlighting the impact of: The U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate disclosure rules The European Commission