Take the famous Michelin guide Branded content is mass-appeal media or entertainment content that’s either sponsored, commissioned, or created by a company. Think Netflix-style documentaries for SaaS marketers, or short films directed by clothing brands. Audiences connect with branded content… Read more ›

For the last two weeks, my weather app has informed me that there’s a real risk (in this case, wildfires). But, after a few days, that’s not severe weather. That’s just weather. (Metaphor alert). Patterns are easy to ignore. We pay attention when the pattern is interrupted. The nature of alerts is that they’re not…

Power users are tempting. They know what they want, they’re happy to share their preferences and they show up. But power users can also be a trap, because their specific needs might not match the market you seek to serve. When you pick your customers, you pick your future. Brooke Husic is a power user….

It’s a way to offer connection or acknowledgment. It’s a recognition of feedback and the time it took someone to consider us. We can use it after we share something important, or someone shares with us. More than the end of an exchange, it can be the beginning of a relationship. “Thank you” helps someone…

Here are some of the key statistics: 37.9% of advertised websites already rank in the top 10 organically for the same keyword. This indicates that a significant portion of businesses are paying for ads when they already have visibility for… Read more ›

Thanks to the following founders for sharing feedback on this guide: You already know that you need SEO, but it’s worth reiterating the benefits. SEO can help you: Some startups use SEO as their primary acquisition channel from day one.… Read more ›

I love using videos for marketing — and today’s apps make producing video content easier than ever. Better yet, there’s a place for all types of video — highly-produced, live-streamed, and long- or short-form. Whatever video production tips or techniques you use, your efforts can pay off in a big way. A whopping 88% of…

As a seasoned content marketer, I can assure you that content marketing has vast benefits for any business. It is one of the most effective methods of growing audience engagement, developing brand presence, and driving sales. If you‘re curious about content marketing and a little skeptical of its rewards, you’ve come to the right blog….

As an ‘external’ marketer, I have to say that I hadn’t given much thought to internal marketing until I started writing this article. My first thought was … that’s not my job. But the more I dug into the subject, I realized that’s not entirely true. Anytime I share a new content series or blog…

Since tomorrow is Thanksgiving in the United States, we’ve gathered six tasty content treats to consume while traveling, giving thanks, or getting ready for a shopping marathon. Enjoy!