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How to Avoid Creating an Annoying Email Campaign
By Andrew Martins | February 21, 2023

Annoying potential customers with a bad email marketing campaign is a surefire way to lose potential sales. These tips will help you avoid that fate.

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Everything You Need to Know About Email Marketing
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Email is an effective marketing channel. Discover how to set goals and achieve them through targeted email marketing.

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The Pros and Cons of Outsourced Customer Service
By Marisa Sanfilippo | February 21, 2023

If you're too busy to handle customer service, you may consider outsourcing. Before outsourcing customer service to a call center, learn the pros and cons.

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Postcards vs. Letters: Which Is the Better Direct Mail Marketing Strategy?
By Kent Moon | February 21, 2023

Direct mail marketing can generate leads and diversify your marketing strategy. Learn the benefits of postcards and letters in direct mail marketing.

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How to Measure ROI for Digital Marketing Campaigns (and When You Shouldn’t)
By Adam Uzialko | February 21, 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 to Engage Your Email Subscribers More Efficiently
By Liviu Tanase | February 21, 2023

Tips on ensuring that your subscribers open and read your company emails.

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What Is Retargeting, and How Can It Boost Conversions?
By Adam Uzialko | February 21, 2023

Retargeting offers brands a way to deliver ads more efficiently to users who are likely make a purchase. Here's how to use it for your business.

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10 Ways to Generate More Sales Leads for Your Business
By David Gargaro | February 21, 2023

Every sale starts with a lead. To boost sales, you should focus on generating more leads.

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GDPR: Email Marketing in the Age of Digital Privacy
By Adam Uzialko | February 21, 2023

Digital privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA limit what you can and cannot do when it comes to email marketing. Here's what you should know about data privacy.

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What Marketers Need to Know About People’s Social Media Patterns During the Pandemic
By Victor Snyder | February 21, 2023

You may need to market your business differently now. Here are some lessons and new best practices to embrace the pandemic's social media trends.

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Instagram Best Posting Practices
By Kiely Kuligowski | February 21, 2023

Get the most out of each Instagram post with these best practices.

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A Guide to Creating a Customer Journey Map for Your Brand
By Adam Uzialko | February 21, 2023

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

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How to Reduce Abandoned E-Commerce Carts With Email Marketing
By Skye Schooley | February 21, 2023

Discover how you can use email marketing to reduce your abandoned cart rate and improve conversions.

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6 Tips to Keep Your Emails Out of Gmail’s Promotions Folder
By Jake Eisenberg | February 21, 2023

Follow these six steps to increase the likelihood of your emails landing in Gmail's Primary folder.

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Small Business Guide to Using Google Analytics
By Kiely Kuligowski | February 21, 2023

Google Analytics is an essential tool for your business website. Learn what it is and how to use it.

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Pros and Cons of an Instagram Business Account
By Kiely Kuligowski | February 21, 2023

Is switching from your personal Instagram account to a business account really worth it? Discover the pros and cons of business Instagram accounts.

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Website Design Tips for Small Businesses
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

Website design is a crucial marketing element, representing your business to customers and prospects. Learn how to plan and design an effective website.

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Email Analytics You Should Be Tracking
By Marisa Sanfilippo | February 21, 2023

Discover the best way to track your email marketing success through analytics and other metrics.

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How to Develop a Solid E-Commerce Marketing Strategy
By Jamie Johnson | February 21, 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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How to Create a Business Profile on LinkedIn
By Marisa Sanfilippo | February 21, 2023

LinkedIn is an important platform for all businesses. Get a step-by-step guide on how to set up a LinkedIn business page the right way.

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Why Every Brand Should Have a YouTube Channel
By Ron Stefanski | February 21, 2023

Why your brand needs a YouTube channel and steps you can take to turn your existing blog posts into video content.

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Automated Email Sequence Examples
By Marisa Sanfilippo | February 21, 2023

This guide explains automated email sequences, how they work and how they benefit small businesses. It also includes examples.

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MMS vs. SMS: Which Is Best for Text Message Marketing?
By David Gargaro | February 21, 2023

When running a text message marketing campaign, how should your business use SMS and MMS messaging? This guide explains the benefits of each and how to use

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What Is CTR in Email?
By Jamie Johnson | February 21, 2023

Understanding metrics like click-through rate (CTR) can improve your ability to create email marketing campaigns that reach your target audience.

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8 Ways to Improve Email Deliverability
By Rachelle Gordon | February 21, 2023

Email deliverability rates have a lasting impact on future marketing efforts. Here is how to boost your chances of making sure your emails land in inbox.

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What Are Email Open Rates?
By Jennifer Post | February 21, 2023

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

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6 Best Email Marketing Templates
By Jennifer Post | February 21, 2023

This guide includes some of the best email marketing templates offered by six different services for reaching your target audience.

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How to Send an Email Blast (With Examples)
By Rachelle Gordon | February 21, 2023

Email blasts are a small but impactful way to reach a wide audience. Find out how to craft a successful e-blast in this guide.

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How to Draft an Email Newsletter (With templates)
By Rachelle Gordon | February 21, 2023

Email newsletters educate and engage subscribers in an efficient manner. Learn how to create one, even if you don't have any graphic design experience.

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Everything E-Commerce Businesses Need to Know About Email Marketing
By Rachelle Gordon | February 21, 2023

Effective email marketing is especially important for e-commerce businesses. Find out what strategies are the most effective.