Calvyn Lee Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Doing marketing without a strategic plan leads to failure. As a business owner, you need a clear, actionable marketing plan guide to reach your goals. This comprehensive guide walks through the 10 essential steps for crafting an effective marketing plan from scratch. Marketing without a plan equals planning to fail.

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Sprout Social

MAY 9, 2024

Trendsetters and culture drivers like Lia have made influencer marketing an essential piece to social media strategies. We’ll explore five influencer marketing trends shaping the social media landscape in 2024. We’ll also share trends in influencer marketing by industry to help you benchmark your brand.

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Martech

MAY 9, 2024

AI will soon be able to handle up to 95% of the work currently done by marketing agencies, creative professionals and specialists, according to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. This could have a radical impact on the structure of marketing departments and the daily work lives of marketers and lead to the rise of the marketing generalist.

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SocialPilot

MAY 7, 2024

Gone are the days of waiting for slow and impersonal marketing messages. Whether you’re a small business owner or a social media agency wanting to make the most of Twitter marketing efforts , this blog is for you. Nowadays, conventional marketing techniques can feel impersonal, especially when digital real estate is crowded.

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SMEI

JANUARY 5, 2024

In today’s highly competitive job market, particularly in the dynamic fields of sales and marketing, standing out to prospective employers is more crucial than ever. Keeping Up with Industry Trends The sales and marketing sector is continuously evolving, with new tools, strategies, and market dynamics emerging regularly.

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Martech

JANUARY 9, 2024

The $100 billion creator economy is changing how brands collaborate with influencers across social media and niche communities. They’re embracing the demand for relatable content, the power of niche audiences and the unignorable effectiveness of influencer partnerships. Why pay attention to the creator economy?

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Martech

APRIL 25, 2024

So, how can marketers reach this broad and profitable segment? This article explores actionable insights and best practices for marketers aiming to captivate the booming boomers. Too often, marketing campaigns aimed at older demographics rely on clichés and outdated portrayals, alienating potential consumers. Outspend on Temu.

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SocialPilot

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

AI and influencer marketing — the very notion of blending these two isn’t just a trend; it’s a strategic revolution. The influencer marketing landscape is constantly evolving, and with it, the need for precise, data-driven strategies is more crucial than ever.

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Martech

APRIL 19, 2024

Many brands, such as those in the home services industry or a local grocery chain, market to specific locations, cities or regions. There are also national brands that want to expand in specific local markets. Here’s a playbook to help your company succeed when marketing on a local scale.

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SocialPilot

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

More and more brands have started spending on influencer marketing to reach new audiences. This surge is so significant that the global influencer marketing landscape is projected to reach $22.2 However, creating an influencer marketing campaign that yields great results is easier said than done. billion by 2025.

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Marketing Insider Group

APRIL 15, 2024

B2B creators adapt their content for various types of businesses, offering relevant advice and strategies that help businesses of all sizes thrive and evolve. By concentrating on specific niches, B2B creators produce content that directly addresses their audience’s needs, establishing trust and fostering strong connections.

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Tiecas

APRIL 5, 2024

A documented industrial marketing strategy is critical for success. Did you know 80% of successful content marketers have a documented content marketing strategy? In my experience working with manufacturers and industrial companies, too many are in a rush to pump out more content without a strategy in place.

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SocialPilot

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

With nearly 556 million monthly active users, Twitter influencer marketing has emerged as a focal point for connecting brands with their audience. This figure demonstrates the effectiveness of Twitter influencer marketing. Being a real-time conversation platform, Twitter is a popular social media channel for influencer marketing.

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Hubspot Marketing

MAY 13, 2024

These are just a few of the six paradoxes Jasper's Head of Enterprise Marketing and Communications, Samyutha Reddy , recently posted on her LinkedIn: I'm willing to bet her thoughts resonate with plenty of marketers. Why is this year so challenging for marketers? Google's upcoming SGE changes ? Something else?

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Hubspot Marketing

JANUARY 16, 2023

Influencer marketing harnesses the power of word-of-mouth — and scales it via social media. As a result, it's become a leading marketing strategy in 2023. The Influencer Marketing Landscape. Influencer Marketing Effectiveness. Influencer Marketing on Instagram. Influencer Marketing on TikTok.

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Hootsuite

JANUARY 18, 2024

It’s time to take your first steps into social media marketing. But whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned pro stepping into the digital landscape for the first time, we know that starting a social media marketing strategy from scratch can feel intimidating. Your mind is ready. Your body is ready. More than 4.95

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SocialPilot

JANUARY 31, 2024

It is an extremely competitive and ever-evolving industry where new features, tools, and software are born every day to take their place in the market. In this market, the insights derived from influencer marketing case studies become invaluable. You should start by reading some impactful influencer marketing case studies.

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Hubspot Marketing

JANUARY 22, 2024

You have new goals to reach and new strategies to execute. But have no fear – here, I've rounded up seven data-backed strategies for nailing Q1, as well as Q1 marketing tips from HubSpot experts. Interested in influencer marketing? Half of marketers plan to increase their influencer marketing investment in 2024.

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Scoop.it!

APRIL 11, 2024

Current trends indicate marketers rate webinars as an effective channel for brands to connect with a target audience. According to On24 , 66% of marketers say their sales teams prioritize leads generated by varied webinar strategies. In addition, 99% of marketers cite webinars as key to their plans.

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Martech

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The last two years were transformative for our team at Belkins as we chose to make a significant investment solely in marketing. For me, stepping into the shoes of a CMO without a previous background in marketing was like a roller-coaster ride. Let’s explore how we mastered this and how you can apply our insights to your strategy.

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Girl Power Marketing

AUGUST 24, 2023

With autumn just around the corner, we’re preparing to say goodbye to 2023 and usher in a new year filled with fresh marketing ideas and strategies. One tactic that continues in importance is influencer marketing, especially as a strategy for marketing to women. billion toward influencer marketing efforts.

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Martech

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Second place went to industry-specific newspapers (39%), according to the study by Sapio Research, a market research firm. Some 38% of marketers working for retail companies say podcast advertising is the media channel with the biggest ROI, according to HubSpot. Podcasts have a lot of upside for B2B marketers. Buzzsprout ].

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 26, 2023

If you’re considering running an influencer marketing campaign, it’s a good idea to have a basic understanding of the industry, platforms to use, access to influencers and more. To help you get an idea of what to expect from the industry, we’ve put together 22 influencer marketing statistics across six different categories.

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Rock Content

APRIL 12, 2024

Marketing is like a living organism, constantly evolving and adapting. And, as marketers, we need to stay on top of best practices and trends. So, let me present you with the top 5 insights from the newest State of Marketing Report. Because AI is on the edge of becoming a marketer’s best friend.

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Neil Patel

AUGUST 23, 2021

That’s why we sought out the best digital marketing accounts to follow and added them to our feed. In addition to general knowledge-sharing, all 11 individuals have unique voices and styles, bringing a welcome break to marketing content that looks identical to all of its contemporaries. Niche: Digital marketing.

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Digital Marketer

DECEMBER 21, 2023

If you are not paying attention to your niche subreddits, you don’t know your audience. Four More Reasons to Use Reddit for Digital Marketing 1. Redditors are happy to help each other in more niche subreddits – pretty cool right? I constantly see social media marketers saying they don’t “get” Reddit.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

When it comes to influencer marketing , C-suite execs want more than just good engagement. In this article, we dive deep into the benefits of influencer marketing, and ones that matter the most to your C-Suite. Plus, the three critical components of an effective influencer marketing strategy you need to know.

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Tiecas

APRIL 14, 2024

Is industrial content creation your biggest challenge in manufacturing content marketing? You are not alone, 62% of manufacturing content marketers struggle with the same problem. For a more in-depth understanding of the hurdles and challenges in industrial marketing, read Struggling with B2B Industrial Marketing?

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Hubspot Marketing

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

I don’t easily fall for ads or grab products because of marketing tricks. Okay, okay…unless it’s a suitable luxury brand marketing strategy like a catchy video. That’s how good marketing works—even the strongest fall. That’s how good marketing works—even the strongest fall. Do I really need it? Not at all.

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Search Engine Land

OCTOBER 12, 2023

To stand out in SEO and digital marketing, the key is to niche down and pinpoint your unique selling proposition (USP). Throughout my career, I’ve delved deep into niche specialization to unearth my authentic voice and area of expertise. Herein lies the magic of niching down. SUBSCRIBE See terms.

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Hubspot Marketing

DECEMBER 2, 2022

So, what does that mean for brands, and how can marketers leverage this booming economy? To answer this question, I spoke to a couple of HubSpot's marketing experts and researched the creator economy's size, growth, and the changes we can expect down the line. As of 2022, the creator economy market size is estimated at $104.2

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Hubspot Marketing

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Welcome to HubSpot Marketing News! Tap in for campaign deep dives, the latest marketing industry news, and tried-and-true insights from HubSpot’s media team. So does that mean influencer marketing is no longer effective? Marketing Snippets The latest marketing news and strategy insights. Not exactly.

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Marketing Insider Group

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The digital marketing world may continue to change, but one thing’s for sure: content remains king. In-depth content marketing research. That’s where content marketing research tools come into play, streamlining the processes and turning challenges into opportunities. BuzzSumo highlights trending topics in your niche.

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Scoop.it!

MARCH 14, 2024

A quick web search of the keywords “influencer marketing” and “SEO” will show you multiple articles that state: The benefits of influencer marketing The benefits of SEO (search engine optimization). Here, we’ll dive in to learn how brands use influencer marketing to improve SEO.

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Tiecas

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Industrial marketing for manufacturers is complicated, with many moving parts that must mesh together to produce measurable and sustainable results, i.e., generate better quality leads that turn into sales opportunities. Industrial marketing for manufacturers offers solutions that allow us to maximize our resources.

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Hubspot Marketing

MARCH 19, 2024

Our 2024 State of Marketing & Trends Report went live earlier this year, and I recently dug into the data and compiled a list of key marketing recommendations for this upcoming year to answer common questions like: Which industry trends and tactics are marketers investing in? What challenges are they facing?

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Martech

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

At this time of year, we’re all crazy, working on campaigns, tightening our final strategy and getting ready to run the last big race. AI, in its many forms, has been around longer than that and has been misleadingly marketed for even longer. In one finding, 92% said AI would have a major impact on email marketing.

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