Hubspot Marketing
MARCH 12, 2019
In copywriting, there’s an old adage that states the purpose of your first line of copy is to compel people to read your second line of copy. In web design, the same principle applies. But instead of crafting a compelling first line of copy, you need to design gripping website content that sits above the fold. Above the fold content is what your visitors see right when they land on your website.
Adobe Experience Cloud Blog
MARCH 11, 2019
Social media never changes. Well, maybe superficially. It’s hard to imagine today’s Insta kids coding HTML hearts into their Myspace pages and fielding messages from Tom. But one constant has plagued social media since its birth: the challenge of tracking marketing impact and ROI. Thankfully, as platforms have evolved, so have the tools we use to analyze our social media marketing campaigns.
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Neil Patel
MARCH 12, 2019
Do you want more traffic? Well, who doesn’t? The reason you want more traffic is that you think more traffic equals more revenue. But here is what you’ll learn the hard way… as your traffic goes up, your revenue won’t increase at the same pace. And in many cases, as your traffic goes up, your revenue won’t increase one bit. In other words, if you get the wrong kind of traffic, you’ll find yourself spinning your wheels and becoming frustrated.
Marketing Insider Group
MARCH 11, 2019
Looking to measure content marketing return on investment (ROI) is something creative marketers like you are getting asked to do more and more. You know your content has real quality, creates goodwill among your target customers, and positions you as an authority in your field. But if knowing how to measure content marketing ROI—the method […].
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.
Hubspot Marketing
MARCH 12, 2019
Online lead generation is difficult. There’s no way around it. There are tons of companies competing for the attention of a finite group of website visitors, and the content marketing world is only getting noisier. So this leaves you with three broad options: Bring in more valuable and relevant traffic. Create better, more enticing offers. Optimize your lead generation pathways on your site.
Content Marketing Institute
MARCH 12, 2019
Ever run into someone who doesn’t “get” content marketing? They unknowingly ascribe to misunderstandings and misperceptions. Here’s how to take on three of those myths so you’re all operating from the same content marketing field. Continue reading → The post 3 Myths in Content Marketing and How to Counter Them appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.
Marketing Pro Pulse brings together the best content for consumer marketers from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Marketing Insider Group
MARCH 12, 2019
“A picture is worth a 1000 words.” This old English idiom refers to the notion that a complex idea can be conveyed far more effectively with an image than with a description. Perhaps nowhere is this more true than in content marketing. When compelling images are used, research indicates that you may get an average […]. The post A Content Marketer’s Guide to Finding Engaging Images appeared first on Marketing Insider Group.
Hubspot Marketing
MARCH 11, 2019
After watching The Edge of Seventeen , a moving coming-of-age film starring Hailee Steinfeld as Nadine Franklin, a witty yet socially hopeless 17-year old girl who struggles to come to grips with her best (and only) friend dating her golden boy older brother, I was in awe of Steinfeld’s performance. As fiery and smart as her character was, she was just as insecure and resentful, and the euphoric highs and heartbreaking lows she experienced throughout the movie triggered memories of the wholesome
Content Marketing Institute
MARCH 14, 2019
Voice searchers hear only one answer. Visual searchers are inclined to take the first answer. How can your content get that premium placement? Follow these six steps to increase the likelihood you’ll be featured in Google’s answer box. Continue reading → The post How to Be the Content in the Enviable Google Answer Box appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.
illumin
MARCH 14, 2019
We’re kicking off a new series called “Just Asking For a Friend” to break down some tricky digital advertising terms that you might not feel comfortable discussing in the break room or important meetings. Don’t fret! We are here to assuage your fears and will help you brush up on key subjects like live audiences, the consumer journey, and machine learning vs. deep learning.
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.
Marketing Insider Group
MARCH 14, 2019
When done well, content marketing can be a valuable part of your overall B2B marketing strategy. In fact, content marketing is both more effective and cheaper than traditional methods of lead generation. Over three-quarters of respondents to the Content Marketing Institute’s B2B marketing survey reported success with their content marketing in 2018.
Hubspot Marketing
MARCH 13, 2019
You've done it -- after countless informational interviews, phone calls, and in-person interviews, you've finally landed your dream job. But as you peruse the contract, you find yourself a little hesitant about what they're willing to offer you. You're torn. You know you're going to love this job. Shouldn't you just accept their first offer? Unfortunately, your inability to negotiate now won't just affect the next year or two of your life -- instead, it will create a snowball effect that could r
Content Marketing Institute
MARCH 11, 2019
To develop a lucrative link-building strategy, you must go beyond the basics of creating quality content that your audience wants. To be successful, you must do what many sites don’t. Start with these five less-obvious tips. Continue reading → The post 5 Forgotten Ways to Improve Your Link-Building Strategy appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.
Moz
MARCH 14, 2019
Posted by randfish Can you learn SEO in an hour? Surprisingly, the answer is yes, at least when it comes to the fundamentals! With this edition of Whiteboard Friday, we're kicking off something special: a six-part series of roughly ten-minute-long videos designed to deliver core SEO concepts efficiently and effectively. It's our hope that this will serve as a helpful resource for a wide range of people: Beginner SEOs looking to get acquainted with the field concisely & comprehensively Client
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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.
Marketing Insider Group
MARCH 13, 2019
As a keynote speaker, I have seen everything when it comes to events. With over 400+ digital marketing conferences being held in 2019 alone, there is truly a conference for everyone. That said, competing with so many other conferences can make it difficult for event planners to come up with innovative event ideas to wow […]. The post 7 Creative Event Ideas to Use in 2019 appeared first on Marketing Insider Group.
Hubspot Marketing
MARCH 11, 2019
With nearly 50% of U.S. internet users starting their product searches on Amazon in 2018 (compared to just 35% who started on Google), it's no wonder you want to sell a product on one of the internet's most profitable sites. But the wide assortment of products available on Amazon likely makes you apprehensive. Amazon sells over 12 million products -- which products in particular are most likely to provide you with a high ROI?
Content Marketing Institute
MARCH 13, 2019
Social shares often get lost in the data shuffle. To uncover the hidden gems in that data, you must use social-sharing data in your content marketing program. Here are seven ideas to get started. Continue reading → The post Don’t Miss Out on These 7 Ways to Use Your Social-Share Data appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.
Duct Tape Marketing
MARCH 12, 2019
How Small Businesses Can Compete in the Online Marketplace written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with Dan Breeden. Podcast Transcript. Today’s guest on the podcast is Dan Breeden, senior manager of strategic alliances for Yahoo Small Business. Breeden and the team at Yahoo Small Business have been helping entrepreneurs establish their presence and compete in the crowded online marketplace for 20 years.
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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.
Marketing Insider Group
MARCH 11, 2019
Not all leads are sales-ready. They may be considered marketing qualified, but they’re not yet sales qualified. When marketing hands over leads to the sales department, it’s crucial that these leads are ready to purchase, so that the sales personnel don’t waste their time on leads that won’t convert. When leads enter the funnel, they […]. The post When Should Marketing Hand Leads to Sales for Closing?
Hubspot Marketing
MARCH 11, 2019
As I scroll through my Instagram feed every day (cough, cough.multiple times a day), I consistently notice new posts and stories by The Frye Company. I’ve always been a fan of their boots, clothing, and accessories, but I also love the content they share on their Instagram profile. Their posts are on-brand, creative, and aesthetically pleasing. All of their photos have the same filter on them to ensure they match — this makes their Instagram profile look professional, artistic, and organized whe
Content Marketing Institute
MARCH 15, 2019
Four of five marketers aren’t comfortable making sense of data, a recent survey says. Yet, they have access to powerful self-service marketing analytics tools. How can you get more proficient with data? Start with this article. Continue reading → The post Rant Alert: Content Marketers Must Up Their Data Game appeared first on Content Marketing Institute.
Moz
MARCH 12, 2019
Posted by Tom.Capper Given the increasing importance of brand in SEO , it seems a cruel irony that many household name-brands seem to struggle with managing the channel. Yet, in my time at Distilled , I've seen just that: numerous name-brand sites in various states of stagnation and even more frustrated SEO managers attempting to prevent said stagnation.
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.
Marketing Insider Group
MARCH 12, 2019
As anyone in sales or marketing knows, there are plenty of issues that can derail everything from a campaign funnel to a prospects’ buying decision. Circumnavigating, or even better, mitigating these issues entirely is what keeps us on our toes. When it comes to sales specifically, it is a common problem to see a lead […]. The post 5 Powerful Re-Engagement Tactics to Warm Cold Leads appeared first on Marketing Insider Group.
Duct Tape Marketing
MARCH 9, 2019
Weekend Favs March 9 written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. My weekend blog post routine includes posting links to a handful of tools or great content I ran across during the week. I don’t go into depth about the finds, but encourage you to check them out if they sound interesting. The photo in the post is a favorite for the week from an online source or one that I took out there on the road.
Power Digital Marketing
MARCH 14, 2019
Marketing requires a great deal of repetitive tasks – from mass emails to management of website traffic to social media marketing. The regular upkeep of these processes do not require critical thinking or strategizing to maintain and can be tedious. Unfortunately, there’s also a large margin for human error when manually executing these tasks. Due to the overwhelming amount of responsibilities and tasks that marketing juggle, marketing automation has soared in popularity.
Moz
MARCH 14, 2019
Posted by TheMozTeam Mozzers believe in doing good, whether we’re helping new SEOs learn the ropes, encouraging young girls to consider a career in STEM, or just maintaining a dog-friendly (and thus smile-friendly) office. It’s why so much of our content and tools are available for free. It’s why Moz has a generous employee donation-match program that matched over $500,000 between 2013 and 2017, supporting organizations making the world a more just and charitable place.
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
Marketing Insider Group
MARCH 13, 2019
The reasons why Google penalized your website are many, but the underlying cause is the same — your website is not working to support Google’s goals of providing high-quality, accurate, and fast results to users. Why should you care if Google penalized your website? It means less traffic through organic search. A bigger problem is […]. The post Why Did Google Penalize Your Website?
Bannerflow
MARCH 14, 2019
In-house is a movement that is changing the face of marketing. Yet, is it here to stay? 91% of European marketing decision makers moved some – if not all – of their marketing in-house in the last year. Nevertheless, other statistics from the Bannerflow/Digiday State of In-housing report suggest that its future is not such a sure thing. In fact, 63% of respondents actually believe that in-housing is a passing trend.
Power Digital Marketing
MARCH 12, 2019
Amazon has solidified its position as the leader in ecommerce with astounding growth since its humble beginnings in 1997. Since then, Amazon’s online sales have increased by 18,233% and is one of the world’s most trusted ecommerce business websites. According to a Walker Sands Future of Retail study, a total of 84% of U.S. consumers made purchases from Amazon in 2017 – half of which are Amazon Prime subscribers.
Adobe Experience Cloud Blog
MARCH 15, 2019
Customer experience management (CXM) is the next stage of the customer-centric business transformation. It is a grand orchestration of customer experiences (CX) involving everyone in the C-suite—CIOs, CMOs, chief digital officers, among other customer-facing functions. “CXM is the next category in the brand evolution,” said Augie Ray, vice president analyst at Gartner.
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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
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