Sat.Oct 19, 2024 - Fri.Oct 25, 2024

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4 Innovative Marketing Strategies to Boost Your Brand’s Online Presence

Marketing Insider Group

Competition is everywhere. Thanks to widespread digitization, your company isn’t just competing with the business down the street. On the contrary, you’re competing with businesses around the globe — and more businesses keep popping up all the time. Is it any wonder that it’s so challenging to get your brand the recognition it deserves? While it may be more difficult to grab attention from busy consumers, it’s not an impossible task.

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How Gen Z uses social media and what that means for brands

Sprout Social

Before the 1960s, young people were seen as an undesirable marketing audience and mostly ignored. Everything changed with Baby Boomers. They were the largest and most influential generation in the history of modern consumerism, yet their social movements and corporate distrust confounded advertisers who had to completely rethink their playbooks. Sound familiar?

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Mobile vs. Desktop: Where Do You Convert?

Duct Tape Marketing

Mobile vs. Desktop: Where Do You Convert? written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Steve Oriola In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interview Steve Oriola, CEO of Unbounce. Steve Oriola is a tenured CEO with over two decades of experience scaling dynamic B2B SaaS platforms, including Act!

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I Used AI to Create a Marketing Plan 2 Ways — Here’s How You Can Too

Hubspot Marketing

The prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) has many concerned about job security. AI writing , AI images , AI videos — while the final products are far from perfect, they raise the question of what jobs AI could eventually replace, even if we don’t want them to. But, heck, if AI can create a marketing plan for me, I say, "Welcome to the team!" A marketing plan is a foundational piece of any marketing strategy.

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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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Content Marketing Strategy: 10 Steps to Build a Results-Driven Plan

Backlinko

Want to create a content marketing strategy that actually works? You’re in the right place. Through content marketing, Backlinko attracts over 772,000 monthly sessions. Below, you’ll learn how to do the same. We’ll show you (step by step) how to create a content strategy that drives consistent, long-term traffic. Let’s get started. 1. Identify Your Goals Before you do anything, set specific, time-bound goals for your content marketing strategy.

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Data Shows Instagram Reels are Best For Reach — But Not Engagement

Buffer Marketing

When it comes to growing your Instagram following, it’s no secret that Instagram Reels can be a powerful tool. The Meta-owned platform has been doubling down on video content in recent years, with CEO Adam Mosseri candidly sharing that , “People are more interested in videos — they’re just more engaging.” Now, that may be true — but it depends on how you define, “engaging.

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Unlock the real value of genAI in martech

Martech

Eighteen months after GPT-4 shook the martech world, the dust is settling and it’s time to evaluate the real-world impact of generative AI. As brands and vendors navigate integrating genAI into their marketing stacks, one key question emerges: What’s actually working and where should the focus be? Below, we’ll explore the genAI landscape using our data and recent research, highlighting key use cases.

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How Marketers Save Time and Make Data-Backed Decisions with AI Reporting [+ Expert Insights]

Hubspot Marketing

Marketers are often asked to do more with less. I’ve been there too. I’ve battled the constant pressure to juggle multiple campaigns, track their performance, and present insight-packed reports. This process is overwhelming, time-consuming, and riddled with challenges. After years of struggling to prepare reports for my marketing campaigns, I discovered how AI reporting can truly transform the process — and empower creativity with data-backed strategies.

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What is Content Marketing, and Why Does It Matter?

Aspiration Marketing

Imagine scrolling through your social media feed only to be bombarded with endless ads for products you have no interest in. It's a frustrating experience, one that countless consumers face daily. This constant barrage of irrelevant advertising has led to a growing distrust of traditional marketing tactics. Consumers are no longer passive recipients of messages; they are active seekers of information and value.

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AI In The Aisles: The Executives 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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How to Go Viral on Instagram: A Complete Guide for 2024

SocialPilot

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right on Instagram, but your posts don’t seem to get the virality they deserve? After creating thousands of posts and generating 170K followers on Instagram, I understood that virality isn’t about luck or hopping on the latest trends; it is about understanding how the Instagram algorithm works , how your audience behaves, and crafting relatable content that strikes the right chord on both fronts.

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A marketer’s guide to implementing generative AI

Martech

GenAI’s transformative power accelerates marketing objectives and unlocks growth. The benefits are clear: enhanced productivity, deeper data analysis, personalized experiences, content generation and more. However, tapping into genAI’s full potential requires more than just adding another tool to the martech stack. Shifting from pilot projects to widespread implementation demands a strategic approach.

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The Story Curve: How to Use Storytelling Techniques for Your Marketing

Hubspot Marketing

You can have the best product, the most data, and the biggest advertising budget, but if you can’t tell a compelling story , none of it matters. One of my favorite quotes on storytelling comes from Morgan Housel's book Same as Ever , where he says, “Storytelling is leverage.” It’s such a simple yet powerful idea: no matter how great your marketing plan is, it’s always the best story that wins.

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The History of Blogging and Why It's Here to Stay

Aspiration Marketing

Contrary to the fleeting nature of many online trends, blogging has proven its staying power. It's not a fad but a robust communication tool that has evolved alongside the internet itself. From its humble beginnings as personal online diaries to today's sophisticated content marketing channels, blogging has consistently demonstrated its ability to adapt and thrive.

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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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Employee advocacy: How it works + how to get started

Hootsuite

If you’re not running an employee advocacy program, you could be missing out on a lot of potential reach. Why? Your employees are one of your biggest untapped marketing resources — and psst, they’re already on social media. Yup, these influencers and brand ambassadors have been under your nose all along. Read on to learn everything you need to know about kick-starting your own employee advocacy program.

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Who really owns your data? Protecting your business from agency lock-in

Martech

This is a warning to all business professionals. If you’re an agency in the world of data collection (analytics, marketing, etc.), this might be a “shame on you” moment. Data is the lifeblood of all organizations. Without it, how can executives, business owners and managers make day-to-day and long-term decisions? Yet, for many organizations, the question of who owns their data rarely arises — until problems emerge.

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7 Tips for Managing Multiple Social Media Accounts Like a Pro

Buffer Marketing

Juggling multiple social media accounts is like spinning plates on a high wire. One wrong move and it could all come tumbling down. How do you stay active on multiple social media networks — especially as a creator or a small business owner? This article shares seven strategies you can use (with software recommendations in between) to manage multiple social media accounts effectively. 1.

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One Question That Will Reinvigorate Your Approach to Marketing

Hubspot Marketing

The 2023 We❤️NYC campaign was intended to encourage New Yorkers, still pessimistic in a post-pandemic world, to show love for their city. And boy, did it ever. Last year, Maryam Banikarim royally pissed off the Olsen twins and the Jonas Brothers with her We❤️NYC campaign. But that same campaign earned twice the impressions of a Super Bowl ad … in 48 hours.

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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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Information Gain: How Top Content Leaders Win at SEO

Backlinko

Ever stumbled upon a competing post and thought, “Damn, I wish I wrote that”? That feeling of envy mixed with respect? It usually means you learned something new. This concept is known as “information gain” in SEO. Information gain measures how unique and valuable your content is compared to existing content. It’s about offering new perspectives, data, or insights on a topic not found in other pages targeting the same search query.

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How to revamp your lead scoring strategy for 2025

Martech

If you’re concerned about the effectiveness of your lead generation strategy, you’re not alone. As we approach 2025, B2B marketers increasingly adopt data-driven strategies to refine their lead management processes and ensure they deliver sales-ready leads optimally. About 50% of marketers prioritize lead generation in their campaigns and 65% cite generating traffic and leads as their biggest marketing challenge, per HubSpot’s 2024 State of Marketing Report.

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YouTube for Businesses: A Step-by-Step System for Success

Social Media Examiner

Do you need a better YouTube strategy? Looking for a proven method to create content that attracts your ideal customers and drives sales? In this article, you'll learn a step-by-step system for creating YouTube content that results in more leads and sales. The Power of a YouTube Channel for Business Growth Before diving into video […] The post YouTube for Businesses: A Step-by-Step System for Success appeared first on Social Media Examiner.

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How to Optimize Your Blog for SEO: Tips for Higher Rankings

Marketing Insider Group

Optimizing a blog for SEO is still one of the most effective ways to boost visibility and increase organic traffic, regardless of what some say. Search engines are constantly evolving, and keeping up with best practices is essential for any business that wants to rank higher in search results. Using the right SEO tips can enhance your blog’s reach, audience engagement, and authority.

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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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Stop Sending Boring Newsletters: Lessons from MKT1's Emily Kramer

Hubspot Marketing

"An obsession with quality" is what I wish 12-year-old me had… but alas, I ended up with boatloads of Forever 21 T-shirts. As it turns out, quality really does matter. Our master today — Emily Kramer , a marketer, investor, and advisor for B2B growth-stage startups (and MKT1 newsletter creator) — told me her "obsession with quality" is the reason she's been so successful in the newsletter space.

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Why you’re probably underutilizing email sequences

Martech

For HubSpot users, HubSpot email sequences are a powerful way to save time and stay consistent when connecting with your audience. But if you only use them for cold outreach, you’re letting a valuable tool sit idle. Think of email sequences as a Swiss army knife of sorts — useful for a ton of different things. You can use them to promote events, keep leads engaged, follow up with customers and much more.

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Streamlining Your Sales Funnel with HubSpot Automation

The LeadG2 Blog

In this episode of The B2B Sales & Marketing Hotline, Maryanne and Emily dive into the art of streamlining your sales funnel with HubSpot Automation. By the end you'll see that embracing automation not only enhances efficiency but also empowers teams to focus on building meaningful relationships with prospects.

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4 ways to reach more customers for your new business

SmartBrief - Marketing

Anyone who has ever launched a new business will tell you it is anything but easy. Finding the right way to reach your target audience is challenging but indeed very attainable. There are many directions you can go, and most of them can even be fun while you build up your brand. Be it through strategic marketing, creative community engagement, or partnerships, there are ample opportunities to bring notice to your business.

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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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7 Inspiring Content Marketing Ideas For Law Firms

Scoop.it!

Content marketing is an increasingly vital digital marketing strategy for law firms to attract new leads, establish authority and brand awareness, and widen the client base. However, legal content is often associated with being dry and dull. Still, everyone needs legal advice at some point, and tapping into that need with practical, specific, and well-placed content can help your law firm stand out in the market.

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How to align teams early with a strategic event workshop

Martech

It’s crunch time: eight weeks until your flagship conference. Sales and events aren’t even on the same page. Customer success is scrambling to find reference customers for panels. Product marketing wonders why their shiny new features aren’t getting more of the spotlight on the agenda. It’s a familiar scenario for any company that’s ever hosted a large event.

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How to Tackle Skepticism About Marketing ROI

The LeadG2 Blog

If you've ever worked with a client who's been burned by a failed marketing campaign, you know that their skepticism can run deep. Questions about whether marketing will truly deliver results are common, and breaking through that doubt is no small feat. This can often make it more difficult to get them to buy in and truly adopt the processes. But here's the good news: overcoming these objections isn’t just possible—it’s essential for building trust and gaining buy-in.

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