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Marketing Tools

Reaching your target audience is a lot easier when you use the right tools. Platforms like email marketing and text message marketing software make it easy to build contact lists, design content and analyze campaign results. Tools like website builders help you create a branded, user-friendly place where customers can learn more about your business and get in touch. In this hub, you’ll learn everything you need to know about the tools of the marketing trade.

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How to Transform Your Static Site into a Responsive Website
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | January 21, 2025

As consumers prefer smartphones over desktop computers, your site must be mobile responsive. Here's how to make your static site look good on all devices.

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Email Pop-Up Benefits and Examples
By Rachelle Gordon | January 15, 2025

Email pop-up boxes can help grow your business. Learn more in this complete guide.

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What Are Email Open Rates?
By Jennifer Post | January 14, 2025

You should pay close attention to your email open rates. Here is how to calculate your open rate and improve it.

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Salesforce CRM vs. Zoho CRM
By Mark Fairlie | January 10, 2025

Salesforce CRM and Zoho CRM are excellent customer relationship management platforms for sales, marketing and communication. Here's how they compare.

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Your Reputation Is Your Reality: How to Strengthen Your Company’s Public Image
By Jamie Johnson | January 10, 2025

Your brand reputation is important to your customers. Learn tips guaranteed to keep your reputation untarnished.

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HubSpot vs. monday CRM Comparison
By Mark Fairlie | January 09, 2025

HubSpot and monday Sales CRM can help your business handle leads, marketing, reporting and more. Learn how these top CRM software packages compare.

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Pipedrive vs. monday CRM
By Mark Fairlie | January 07, 2025

Pipedrive and monday sales CRM are full-featured customer relationship management platforms that can improve sales and marketing. Here's how they compare.

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Pipedrive vs. HubSpot Comparison
By Mark Fairlie | January 06, 2025

Pipedrive and Hubspot are user-friendly, full-featured CRM platforms for small businesses. Learn how their features, functionality and pricing compare.

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How to Create an Accessible E-Commerce Website
By Nathan Resnick | December 03, 2024

These ADA compliance tips can help you make your e-commerce website accessible for people with disabilities.

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30 Essential Data Analytics Terms Every Marketer Should Know
By Mark Fairlie | November 27, 2024

Every marketer should understand these 30 commonly used data analytics terms so they can create meaningful sales and campaign reports.

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Automated Email Sequence Examples
By Marisa Sanfilippo | November 06, 2024

Five automated email sequences boost engagement: onboarding welcomes subscribers, cart abandonment recovers sales, and nurture campaigns convert leads.

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How Email Personalization and Follow-Ups Can Boost Your Bottom Line
By Julie Thompson | October 23, 2024

Consumers want personalized shopping experiences. Here is how you can use email to increase customer loyalty and revenue.

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How Projection Mapping Is Changing the Ad World
By Sean Peek | October 22, 2024

Projection mapping can transform buildings into works of art and garner lots of attention. Here is how to use this marketing technique.

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Why You Should Advertise on Podcasts
By Jennifer Dublino | October 17, 2024

Podcast advertising can be a cost-effective marketing solution that earns listener trust. Learn why advertising on podcasts works and how to get started.

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud Review and Pricing
By Sean Peek | October 16, 2024

Salesforce Marketing Cloud Email Studio starts at $400/month with enterprise automation, AI personalization, and seamless CRM integration for large businesses.

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15 Ways to Build a Spectacular Online Presence
By Mark Fairlie | October 07, 2024

A successful business must present its brand in a well-planned strategy across social media, email and the company website. Here are seven tips to help.

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Generation Z and the Future of Print Marketing
By Jamie Johnson | October 04, 2024

Gen Z is the newest generation of consumers, with an estimated $300B in buying power. Learn why print marketing may be an effective way to reach Gen Z.

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6 Signs It’s Time Your Business Should Partner With a Digital Marketing Agency
By Julie Thompson | September 20, 2024

Outsourcing your marketing may improve results. Learn when a business should partner with a digital marketing agency and how it can grow your company.

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5 Email Marketing Tips to Grow Your Small Business
By Jennifer Dublino | August 16, 2024

Email marketing is inexpensive and effective. Follow these tips to make the most of your email marketing campaigns and strategy for your business.

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10 Reasons Email Marketing Is a Must for Small Businesses
By Skye Schooley | August 16, 2024

Find out why you should use email marketing services, see dos and dont's and get recommendations for top software tools.

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Email Marketing Best Practices and Predictions for 2025
By Jennifer Dublino | August 16, 2024

Your email marketing strategy may need an update. Follow these best practices for successful email campaigns, and see what's ahead for the rest of the year.

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The Face of Your Brand: Product Label Design Tips to Help You Attract Customers
By Julie Thompson | June 26, 2024

Product packaging, including the materials used and the color palette, can give you a competitive edge. Follow these strategies to attract customers.

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CRM Adoption, Market Size, and Usage
By Chad Brooks | April 18, 2024
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Zoho CRM Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | April 18, 2024

Zoho CRM is an intuitive platform with features that help businesses struggling with the challenges of expansion. Learn about Zoho's features and pricing.

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15 Retail Marketing Strategies to Better Market Your Store
By Sean Peek | April 11, 2024

Learn the 4 Ps of marketing and see top strategies and platforms for retailers.

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Freshworks CRM Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | April 10, 2024

Freshworks CRM is a comprehensive solution with extensive analytics tools and sales features. Learn why Freshworks is the best CRM for sales managers.

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Oracle NetSuite CRM Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | September 13, 2023

Oracle NetSuite is a comprehensive CRM solution with impressive ERP capabilities. Learn about Oracle NetSuite's features, ERP functionality and pricing.

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Nike CMO: Your Campaign Needs One Page for Success
By Marty Beckerman | February 21, 2023

Nike’s branding tips revealed by Greg Hoffman.