For some, search engine optimization (SEO) is a second language, an essential tool in their marketing arsenal. But for others, it’s a dirty word: a point of confusion and something…
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4 tips for creating a more genuine and engaging social media strategy
Once upon a time, you probably used Facebook to check if your crush at school was “single” or “in a relationship,” and left it at that. Your parents weren’t on…
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B2B marketing lessons from Michael Brenner
I listened to Michael Brenner recently give a keynote talk to B2B marketers at the MeritDirect Coop client conference, and picked up scads of great insights, tips, and strategic wisdom…
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SEO for site acquisitions
Considering an acquisition? What’s your strategy with the acquired domain? How are you going to handle the SEO problem? No idea? Read on for some tips! The biggest thing to…
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On the limited value of branded content
Those who have read our book Outside-In Marketing: Using Big Data to Guide Your Content Marketing know we approach the problem of content marketing head on. Here is my definition…
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6 types of content your readers hate
When creating content for your blog, social media profiles, email subscribers, and other purposes, you don’t want to irritate your readers. Unfortunately, some types of content can send readers running…
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Effective types of native advertising for small businesses
Not many small businesses currently take advantage of native advertising, so the small businesses that do gain a significant advantage over the competition. Native advertising is advertising that looks like…
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How customer values are transforming brands today
Brands are under attack today from many sources, most often triggered by activists on social media. They are demanding brands take a stand on controversial socioeconomic and political issues that…
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Why I told a client to quit blogging: finding your “One Thing”
Here’s a question: what’s the ONE content marketing tactic that drives the majority of your revenue? Is it blogging? Webinars? Teaching small classes? Or is your answer, “Hmm, I’m not…
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For prospecting success, leave your data order till later
Marketers looking to acquire new customers, or generate sales leads, typically rely on outside data providers for lists and contact data to give them access to new markets. But when…
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