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The CMO’s practical guide to personalization

Martech

Personalization is not just a marketing buzzword. It’s a driving force behind effective consumer engagement. It has come a long way from its origins in the 1990s and is now powered by advanced technology, behavioral data and a plethora of marketing tools. However, as personalization becomes a baseline expectation for consumers, it presents new challenges for chief marketing officers (CMOs).

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4 Ways AI Is Changing Marketing

CMO Network

How can AI be harnessed to drive more effective and efficient marketing? To learn more, I talked with Ryan Coyne, the CEO of a digital and marketing company.

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Best Halloween ads of 2023

illumin

Halloween has been growing in recent years, and now sits as the second-biggest retail holiday. Only the holiday season is a bigger income generator. This means that Halloween ads are more important, and more exciting, than ever before. This year advertisers aren’t shying away from creative and ghoulish ads – showing off their own Halloween spirit. Most 2023 Halloween ads are specifically for seasonal drinks or shows.

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Content Quality vs. Quantity: The Content Marketing Question for 2024

Aspiration Marketing

It's been nearly a decade since the seemingly endless debate of quality vs. quantity in content marketing started appearing everywhere. Let's take a look at the status of this question.

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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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Email Analytics [Research]: 8 Email Marketing Metrics You Should Track

Hubspot Marketing

Part of my marketing job is to send emails and track their progress, so I know a lot about the most crucial elements of optimizing an email , common marketing email mistakes , and what inspirational email marketing looks like. But at the end of the day, it doesn‘t matter how optimized my emails are if I can’t properly track my email analytics or if I'm unsure what metrics need my attention.

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How customer relationship marketing on social media drives revenue

Sprout Social

If you treated your friends the way your brand treats your customers on social media, what kind of relationships would you have? That’s the question you should ask if you’re trying to improve your social performance and generate revenue. Consumers expect brands to treat them like friends (or at least friendly acquaintances) by being attentive and personal, not ignoring their messages while spamming their feed with posts.

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3 ways email marketers should actually use AI

Martech

I’m often asked whether we’re using ChatGPT in email marketing campaigns. (This question becomes more frequent as major ESPs rush to release their own version.) Despite genAI’s proliferation, I find the answer easy: we don’t use it for content, aside from maybe using it to generate ideas or as a rudimentary starting point. For final content generation, your team’s creative minds are far more refined and empathetic to the audience’s needs.

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Organic Click-Through Rate (CTR): What It Is & How To Improve It

Aspiration Marketing

In today's competitive digital landscape, mastering the art of Organic Click-Through Rate (CTR) is pivotal for online success. As the gateway to higher search engine rankings and increased website traffic, CTR holds immense significance for businesses and marketers alike.

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How to Train Your ChatGPT — A Marketer’s Guide

Hubspot Marketing

If it’s your first time using ChatGPT, your answers may sound stilted. The program doesn’t know your voice and is trying to learn what you want. If you want to get the best results, you’ll need to invest time in training the algorithm. Think of ChatGPT like an intern. If it’s their first day, they won’t know exactly how to get the job done. However, with practice and clear instructions, you’ll be amazed by what they can accomplish.

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Google says mobile-first indexing is complete after almost 7 years

Search Engine Land

Google’s mobile-first indexing initiative that started just about seven years ago is now complete, according to Google. “It’s been a long road, getting from there to here. We’re delighted to announce that the trek to Mobile First Indexing is now complete,” John Mueller from Google wrote on the Google blog. History. As a reminder, Google started mobile-first indexing over 6.5 years ago , and eventually, after publishing deadline after deadline, Google removed the dea

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The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges

In our latest edition of Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Scorpio Edition, 3BL embraces the perspective of one of the zodiac's most misunderstood signs: Scorpio. While this sign often has a darker view of the world, they do not shy away from shining a light on controversial topics. This month we take a deep dive into corporate pullback of DEI and how companies can utilize astrological advice to reinvent its social impact communication.

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Madonna 2023: The Celebration Tour And The Power Of Nostalgia

CMO Network

As I was bombarded with Madonna's latest Celebration Tour posts on Insta, what I was truly witnessing was a seismic shift in her brand—a fierce embrace of nostalgia.

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13 Habits of Effective Content Creators for 2024

Aspiration Marketing

Almost everybody agrees that content marketing is the strategy of the hour, year, or decade. Content marketing has a proven track record of driving sales and growth for businesses. Yet surprisingly, few are doing content marketing. And fewer still are doing it well. But what do content creators do to be effective? Here are some habits to acquire and nurture to become more effective, stand out among content creators, and bring more of the power of content marketing to your business.

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Is Social Media Even Worth It Anymore?

Content Marketing Institute

With engagement and website traffic from social platforms dwindling, many marketers question whether to continue spending time, budget, and energy on social media content. Take stock of what you want from social media participation – and how to get it – with these tips.

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Google November 2023 core update released

Search Engine Land

Google’s November 2023 core update is now rolling out and may take up to two weeks to complete. This is the fourth broad core algorithm update of 2023. the first core update of 2023 was the March 2023 core update , which started rolling out on March 15 and was completed on March 28. The second core update of 2023 was the August 2023 core update, which started rolling out on August 22 and was completed on September 7.

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The Staffing Solutions Playbook for Associations

44 low-cost and free ideas to reduce employee turnover and improve morale. Employee turnover is disruptive, costs money, and impacts morale. But it’s preventable — or at least manageable — when you have a game plan. Read the Staffing Solutions Playbook for Associations, and you’ll learn: 21 ideas to boost morale and improve retention 12 key perks of time off, awards, recognition, and praise 11 strategies to keep new and existing employees involved and informed, and why this is fundamental to the

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EU authorities ban Meta from using personal data for advertising

Martech

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) is permanently banning Meta from using personal data for advertising across the EU and European Economic Area (EEA). As it stands, the ban cripples the company’s ability to sell personalized ads to the 258 million Europeans who use Facebook and Instagram each month. “Meta has been found … to not have demonstrated compliance with the orders imposed at the end of last year,” EDPB Chair Anu Talus said in a statement.

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How We Use HubSpot Marketing Hub for Content Marketing

Aspiration Marketing

Content marketing is more important than ever in digital marketing, but it can be challenging to find your footing, especially as a startup. At Aspiration Marketing, we've tested a number of platforms and found what works–HubSpot. With its versatile toolkit and automation capabilities, HubSpot Marketing Hub makes content marketing easier than ever. Here's how we use it.

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Cornerstone Content: An Overview And Step By Step Guide 

CopyBlogger

Creating cornerstone content helps users and search engines understand what your area of expertise is, which can help your website. Continue Reading The post Cornerstone Content: An Overview And Step By Step Guide appeared first on Copyblogger.

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20 most profitable Google queries revealed during antitrust trial

Search Engine Land

Ever wondered which search queries drive the most revenue for Google? It turns out that iPhone, insurance and cheap flight queries drove the most revenue for Google in the U.S., at least for one week in September 2018. The list of search terms appeared on a heavily redacted slide that was included in a PDF released this week as a trial exhibit during the ongoing U.S. vs.

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Let's Get Physical: How to Blend Direct Mail Marketing with Your Digital Strategy

Speaker: Akeel Jabber, B2B SaaS Investor and Growth Marketer at Horizen Capital

⭐ Are you ready to boost campaign success? Consider the untapped potential of integrating direct mail marketing seamlessly with digital marketing strategies. Combining the physical, tangible impact of direct mail with the dynamic reach of digital marketing can be a game-changer, significantly increasing your ROI when done right. Direct mail grabs attention, making it great for reaching your target audience 📩 Digital marketing keeps the momentum going, driving action 📲 So.

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84% of consumers want to buy from small businesses this holiday season

Martech

Shoppers are on the lookout for new small businesses this holiday season. Eighty-four percent of consumers said they’re likely to visit one in the next two months, according to a new study by digital marketing and automation platform Constant Contact and research firm Ascend2. Additionally, 87% of consumers said they are more likely to return at other times throughout the year after visiting and buying from a small business (defined as having less than 250 employees) during the holidays.

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HubSpot Service Hub Implementation: A How-To Guide

Aspiration Marketing

In today's competitive business landscape, exceptional customer service is a cornerstone of success. That's where HubSpot Service Hub comes into play. As organizations strive to enhance customer interactions, resolve issues swiftly, and boost overall satisfaction, HubSpot's Service Hub emerges as a powerful solution. This guide will walk you through implementing HubSpot's versatile customer service platform.

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TikTok AI: I Tried Creating a TikTok Using Only AI & Here's What Happened

Hubspot Marketing

As a social media-obsessed content creator, I am familiar with TikTok. I often create TikTok videos to promote my work, express an idea or opinion, or share funny anecdotes. As much as I enjoy TikTok, creating content consistently for the platform can feel overwhelming. TikTok suggests posting content at least 1-4 times per day to boost views and followers.

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Google Bard can now respond in real time

Search Engine Land

Google Bard , the conversational AI tool by Google, can now respond to your questions in real-time. You can turn it off and tell Bard to only respond once the answer is complete, but now, by default, Bard writes out the response in real time. Default on. By default, Google has turned on real-time responses, so you can see Bard typing the answer as it figures out the response.

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5 Inspiring B2B Marketing Campaigns to Take Yours to the Next Level

Your next big B2B marketing idea starts here. Get inspired with these five successful B2B marketing campaigns. Ready to generate more leads, interest, and revenue with your B2B marketing? In this comprehensive eBook, you’ll get: In-depth studies of five successful B2B marketing campaigns spanning a wide range of industries Key takeaways and lessons from each story to implement in your own strategy Resources to help your own B2B marketing thrive By submitting this form, you agree to have your con

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Breaking through the noise: How brands can connect with today’s consumers

Martech

There aren’t enough hours in a day. You spend eight hours working. If you’re lucky (or really disciplined), you get eight hours of sleep. What do you do with the remaining eight hours? Data says you likely spend much of it consuming digital media. As a marketer, you might think that the more time people spend online, the more opportunities we have to capture their interest through marketing.

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Top Content Marketing Trends to Watch for 2024 [Video]

Aspiration Marketing

Content marketing grows by leaps and bounds each year and with good reason. The internet surfing public is tired of companies forcing products in their faces when they're all looking for help solving a problem.

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Marketing Reporting Examples: How to Build and Analyze Marketing Reports

Hubspot Marketing

As a marketer, I make crucial daily decisions that can impact the company I work for. Using my best judgment, I track important metrics like traffic, leads, and customers — and I provide a marketing report to back up my decisions. While the above metrics are crucial to my marketing funnel and flywheel , a marketing report helps me further explore my findings and properly analyze the data to make the best decisions I can for my team and company.

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Google CEO details how Chrome helped grow Google Search

Search Engine Land

Google knew as far back as 2010 that Google Chrome would help drive more Google searches. We learned some exact figures today during testimony from Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai at the ongoing U.S. vs. Google antitrust trial. Users who switched to Chrome from Microsoft’s Internet Explorer performed 48% more Google searches. Users who switched to Chrome from Mozilla’s Firefox performed 27% more Google searches.

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Supercharge Your ESG Content This Libra Season

Throughout Climate Week, a feeling of urgency on tackling the climate crisis was palpable. Yet, questions continue to linger about corporate progress. Are we truly moving the needle or are we stuck in a cycle of empty statements and a flood of reports and guidelines? In the latest edition of Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Libra Edition , we use Climate Week outcomes to explore how brands can communicate progress credibly.

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Go beyond cookies and stay ahead in a privacy-first world by Cynthia Ramsaran

Martech

The struggle is real, and it’s here to stay: browser privacy is making an impact on your marketing campaigns. Organizations are facing an increasingly challenging landscape to track users. The combination of regulation, tracking prevention technology, and user privacy results in businesses making the wrong decisions from inaccurate and incomplete marketing attribution and customer behavior dashboards.

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Circular Luxury Fashion Represents A Dilemma For Existing Brands

CMO Network

In a world of fleeting fashion trends and escalating production costs, second-hand fashion luxury represents both an opportunity and a threat for traditional brands.

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Experiment: How Many Hashtags to Use on Reels?

Hootsuite

We don’t just do social media experiments to kill time over here at Hootsuite HQ: we do them to serve the people. So when one of our readers asks us to figure out how many hashtags to use for Reels, we get to work. Reels continue to be one of Instagram’s top-performing formats … but there’s no harm in getting a little hashtag help to reach even further, right?

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Google Ads Editor version 2.5 rolls out with 16 new features

Search Engine Land

Google has rolled out its Ads Editor version 2.4, with 16 new features and updates for advertisers to utlize to improve the efficiency of their capaigns. Below is a breakdown of what’s new. New Features: App Install Ads deep links. You can add app deep links to App Install Ads using the App URL field, just like with App Engagement Ads. Automatically created Ad Strength assets.

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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