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Everything you need to know about marketing to drive new sales, and how to keep your existing customer base.

Latest in Marketing News: Advice, Tips and Resources

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Constant Contact Email Marketing Review and Pricing
By Sean Peek | September 13, 2023

Constant Contact is an affordable and easy-to-use email marketing service. It has all the tools businesses need to create great email campaigns.

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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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GoTo Contact Center Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | September 13, 2023
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Experience Over Goods: The Millennial Shift in Spending
By Jennifer Dublino | September 08, 2023

Millennials have markedly different spending habits from their predecessors. Learn how to shift your strategy to appeal to them.

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How to Make Your Direct Sales Business Explode in No Time
By Lucinda Watrous | September 06, 2023

A direct sales business sells products or services outside of a retail environment. Follow these tips and strategies to build your direct sales business.

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The Ins and Outs of Customer Lifetime Value for B2B Industries
By Denis Zhinko | August 29, 2023

Examining customer lifetime value yields metrics that help you gain high-level customers. Learn how to make CLV part of customer relationship management.

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Brick-and-Mortar vs. E-Commerce Stores: How to Leverage the Best of Both
By Jennifer Dublino | August 10, 2023

Brick-and-mortar and e-commerce stores have compelling benefits. Learn to leverage the best aspects of both to create an excellent customer experience.

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Survey Says: The Importance of Survey Data in Marketing
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | July 31, 2023

Survey data can provide valuable insight into your customers and their needs. Here’s how to use this data to inform your marketing strategy.

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Get Inspired: The Top-10 Blogs on Sales Management for 2024
By Skye Schooley | July 12, 2023

With sales teams more important than ever, it's essential to stay up to date on sales management topics. Here are 10 blogs to inspire your sales efforts.

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How to Measure ROI for Digital Marketing Campaigns (and When You Shouldn’t)
By Adam Uzialko | July 12, 2023

Measuring ROI for digital marketing campaigns can be tricky. Here's how to do it and when you should consider other metrics.

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How Tommy Boy Depicts the Power of Spin Selling
By Antonio Ferme | July 10, 2023

Classic comedy is a tutorial on Situation, Problem, implication, and Need-Payoff.

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By Dropping “Predator,” Prey Shows How to Trust Your Audience
By Dan Ketchum | July 10, 2023

Sometimes a brand is so successful that it’s bigger than a name-drop.

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A Guide to Creating a Customer Journey Map for Your Brand
By Adam Uzialko | July 10, 2023

Learn how to build a customer journey map for your small business.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses
By Kiely Kuligowski | May 30, 2023

Social media has changed marketing. Learn how to create a social media marketing strategy, what to avoid, and how to ensure successful social media campaigns.

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Improve Your Customer Retention With Social Media
By Jennifer Dublino | May 16, 2023

Social media is a resource businesses can use to connect with customers and retain brand loyalty. Learn how to use social media for customer retention.

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4 Marketing Lessons From the Video Game Industry You Should Know
By Jared Atchison | May 16, 2023

Adapting techniques from the gaming world can help you do better business. Learn how the video game industry's practices can boost your marketing.

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3 Powerful Tips for Successful Account Management
By Jamie Johnson | May 16, 2023

An account management strategy dictates how you handle your company's accounts. Learn how to prioritize your accounts and keep your business on track.

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How to Build a Successful SEO Strategy When You’re a Small Business
By Jennifer Dublino | May 04, 2023

Small businesses can build an SEO strategy to find new customers, boost website traffic, and build credibility. Learn tips for creating an SEO strategy.

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How to Use YouTube to Build Community
By Sean Peek | May 01, 2023

YouTube can be a powerful way for your business to build a digital community. Here are tips on how to build your audience.

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The 10 Largest E-Commerce Markets in the World by Country
By Max Freedman | April 21, 2023

Here is a quick introduction to the biggest e-commerce markets in the world and some interesting facts about the industry in those countries.

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How Influencer Marketing Fraud Scams Businesses
By Julie Thompson | April 17, 2023

Influencer marketing can benefit your business, but before hiring someone, make sure you do your homework and research their true influence.

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Calculating the Costs of Call Center Systems
By Mark Fairlie | April 17, 2023

Call center costs vary and many systems are available. Finding the right one for your business can be challenging. Here’s what you should consider.

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Changing the Game: How Deal Desks Are Shaking Up Sales Organizations
By Kimberlee Leonard | April 17, 2023

Deal desks are specialized sales teams focused on high-value deals. Learn the pros and cons of deal desks and how to utilize them to drive sales.

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Stay in the Know: How to Keep Up With Digital Marketing Trends
By Jennifer Dublino | April 13, 2023

Digital marketing is constantly changing, and it's important to keep up with the trends to stay ahead of the competition. Here's how to stay in the know.

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Why Small Businesses Need a Social Media Presence 
By Sean Peek | April 10, 2023

A social media presence is necessary for all brands today, but especially important for small businesses. Here is why.

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8 Components of Customer Personas
By Tabitha Naylor | April 10, 2023

Developing accurate customer personas is key to your company's success. Here are the components your personas should include and how to use them.

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Build a Brand That Speaks to Younger Generations
By Sean Peek | April 10, 2023

Check out these branding tips for business owners to connect with Generation Z and millennial consumers.

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How to Develop a Solid E-Commerce Marketing Strategy
By Jamie Johnson | April 03, 2023

E-commerce is a popular way to expand reach, but you need a marketing strategy to do it well. Here's how to do online selling properly.

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Big Data, Big Problem: Coping With a Shortage of Talent in Data Analysis
By Sean Peek | April 03, 2023

Companies are struggling to find and retain data analytics talent. Find out why there's a shortage of data analysts and what your business can do.

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How to Create a Contest That Makes Your Brand Go Viral
By Sean Peek | March 28, 2023

Contests can create excitement and engagement for your brand, and help find new customers. Learn how you can run a successful promotion.