Why Your Business Isn’t Seeing New Leads Online

By Emma Bentley for Marketing Insiders Group All customers you get to the bottom of the marketing and sales funnel begin as leads. Somewhere, you attracted their attention and somehow, you propelled them to interact with your brand. Once they do, your company has the information it needs to make contact. In today’s environment, your digital presence offers the best opportunities for generating leads. Your website and social media platforms are geared for clicks that turn prospects from onlookers to potential buyers. Once they have made that initial interaction, it’s up to you to reach out and launch your strategy…

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Is Your Video Content Fulfilling Its Goals?

By Lauren Basiura for Marketing Insider Group Video content is like the air we breathe – it’s everywhere, and there’s no escaping it. Love it or hate it, as marketers, we’re all aboard this fast-moving train. Each video is more than just a play button. It’s a chance to captivate, connect, and convert, turning each second of screen time into a memorable experience. It’s time to embrace the chaos and create video content that leaves a lasting impression. In this article, we’re sharing everything you need to know to not only meet, but surpass your video content goals. Quick Takeaways In 2024, the…

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How to Elevate Your Affiliate Marketing ROI: Insider Tips from HubSpot Pros

by Lauren Mohr for HubSpot I’ve worked in the B2B SaaS affiliate marketing space for 1.5 years and here’s my take on it: Affiliate marketing is not for the weak. It demands a lot of time, effort, and dedication to succeed. But the challenge is what makes it rewarding. Download Now: Free Affiliate Marketing Templates The key to making it worthwhile? Using strategies to maximize your return on investment in your brand. Here are some core strategies we discuss with our affiliates that help them increase revenue. Affiliate Marketing Templates Track the sales, revenue, and profit from your affiliate and influencer…

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I Asked ChatGPT to Write 10 Different Marketing Internship Emails — Here’s What I Got

by Kayla Schilthuis-Ihrig for HubSpot I've never been more nervous about writing a job application email than when applying for my first marketing internship. I felt like everyone could tell I had no experience and was utterly desperate for that to change.  The jitters are normal, and I'll help make it easier today by showing you exactly how to write an internship email. Landing your dream internship requires a solid first impression, and your internship application email is the place to make this happen. Download Now: 17 Professional Email Templates First, we‘ll look at 10 internship email examples from ChatGPT, examining what bopped…

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AI-powered content management: How to make your workflows more efficient

by Julia McCoy  for Search Engine Land The digital world thrives on content. But managing that content for various channels and platforms can be a monumental task.  Enter generative AI – artificial intelligence technology so advanced and humanlike that it has changed how we create, manage and deliver content. AI technologies such as natural language processing (NLP), machine learning (ML) and computer vision are becoming integral components of modern content management systems (CMS). These technologies empower businesses to analyze vast amounts of data, extract valuable insights and automate repetitive tasks with remarkable accuracy and speed. Streamlining content management workflows In…

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And the Oscar Goes to… Our 2024 Content Marketing Awards

By Lauren Basiura for Marketing Insider Group Today, we’re rolling out the red carpet for 10 small businesses that crush it in content marketing. Nailing the content marketing game is your golden ticket to profit paradise. But, what’s the secret behind killer content marketing? And how do you get a piece of that action to boost your ROI? Consistency and know-how are your best buddies in the content marketing realm. Dropping awesome newsletters, engaging blog posts, and snappy social media updates can seriously amp up your business game. Still on the fence? Hold onto your hats because we’re spotlighting 10 small businesses that are not…

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Google’s March 2024 Search Update: The Battle Against AI-Generated Content

by Ajdin Perco for Animalz Three Practices Google Now Considers Spam Google's update targets three practices the search giant now classifies as spam. 1. Scaled Content Abuse Scaled content abuse refers to mass-produced content created to game rankings, whether AI-generated or human-written. Google is cracking down on content that provides little to no value and is designed solely to manipulate search rankings. This includes content generated by AI tools without human oversight or curation. 2. Expired Domain Abuse Expired domain abuse involves repurposing expired domains to host low-quality content in an attempt to manipulate rankings. As Chris Long, VP of Marketing…

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16 Skills Every CMO Needs in 2024

By Michael Brenner for Marketing Insider Group It’s not easy to be CMOs today. They are tasked with everything from lead generation to digital strategy, sales support and even product development, and these are just a small part of the ever-growing list of responsibilities modern CMOs are asked to take on. Plus, with the widespread rise and acceptance of data-driven marketing, many are left wondering if there is any value left in being a creative marketing leader. Today’s marketing heads will need to tap into the most creative parts of their brain and listen to their team’s best ideas. By marrying…

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The Insider Guide to Increasing Your Email Subscribers

By Michael Brenner for Marketing Insider Group What’s more important than sending out emails? Increasing email subscribers. Brands with large subscriber lists ultimately see more marketing ROI and convert more paying customers. Let’s talk about how you can build yours. Quick Takeaways: Consumers prefer email over all other methods of communicating with brands. Personalized touches and a fresh approach make your emails stand out. Know what your audience cares about and build content around it. Prominent, widespread placement of your subscription form is key. Why Is Email Important? Today, 4 billion users around the world are using email. 300 billion…

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Content With Purpose: How to Elevate Your Brand

by Caitlin Clingman, Irmand Trujillo by MarketingProfs Consistently creating engaging and educational content is not just valuable for a brand but almost obligatory in today's competitive landscape. However, many marketers struggle to understand how to elevate their content and harness it to help craft a brand that leaves a lasting impression. By infusing values-driven elements into their content and campaigns, marketers can accomplish more than just informing audiences about their products or services; they can communicate what their brands truly stand for. Content that aligns with your brand's unique culture and values has the power to enhance brand awareness, establish a memorable…

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