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Marketing

In order to grow your business, you need to get the word out about your products and services. That’s where marketing comes in. Whether you’re looking for low cost ways to reach your target audience or you have a budget for widespread advertising and public relations campaigns, our Marketing hub will help you tailor your messaging and expand your brand.

Latest in Marketing News: Advice, Tips and Resources

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How to Measure and Improve Your Marketing ROI
By Jennifer Dublino | December 17, 2025

Measuring your marketing ROI will give you an idea of what’s working best so you can refocus marketing dollars and stop ineffective programs.

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What Does a Great Customer Experience Look Like Now?
By Jennifer Dublino | December 17, 2025

Customers have high expectations for responsiveness, personalization, and support across multiple communications channels like phone, email, chat and text.

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Do Awards Really Do Anything for Your Company?
By Julie Thompson | December 17, 2025

Winning awards has numerous business benefits, including increased income and employee morale. Learn how to win awards for your business.

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Like PB&J: Customer Service as a Marketing Strategy
By Julie Thompson | December 17, 2025

Strong customer service can double as a marketing strategy for your business. Learn how to blend these aspects of your company seamlessly.

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5-Step Web Design Process to Create Winning Websites
By Rahul Varshneya | December 17, 2025

A stellar design isn't merely focused on how pretty the interface looks.

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Seasonal Marketing Strategies: Utilizing What Every Season Has to Offer
By Jennifer Dublino | December 17, 2025

Seasons bring holidays, events and activities that prompt changes in consumer behavior. Learn seasonal marketing strategies to capitalize on the calendar.

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13 Marketing Strategies That Will Boost Your Holiday Sales
By Jennifer Dublino | December 17, 2025

Many businesses bring in the bulk of their revenue during the holidays. Learn how to maximize holiday sales and when to devise and implement your strategy.

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5 Tips for Reengaging Past Clients
By Jamie Johnson | December 17, 2025

Reengaging past clients can create new business and save money. Learn strategies for reengaging former clients and the benefits of client reengagement.

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Email Analytics: Metrics You Should Be Tracking
By Nicole Fallon | December 17, 2025

Your business should track certain email analytics. Learn how to create better marketing campaigns, improve customer engagement and drive more conversions.

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The Most Popular Giveaway Items for Customers
By Sean Peek | December 16, 2025

Is your business looking to give out promotional products? Consider these smart and trendy gift ideas.

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9 Ways to Reduce Your Email Bounce Rate
By Rachelle Gordon | December 16, 2025

Email bounce rates are a crucial KPI for any email marketing campaign. Here's how to improve them.

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8 Questions to Ask Before Connecting With Your Audience on Social Media
By Rotem Gal | December 16, 2025

Audiences want an authentic connection with the companies they patronize. Create a better brand on social media by considering these seven factors.

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10 Tips to Keep Your Emails Out of Gmail’s Promotions Folder
By Julie Thompson | December 16, 2025

Keep your emails out of Gmail’s Promotions folder. Here is how to write high-quality, personalized content that will stay out of spam.

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Aim and Fire! How to Identify Your Target Audience
By Mark Fairlie | December 11, 2025

Not everyone will need your products or services. Learn how to pinpoint your target audience to properly identify and market to your ideal customers.

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How to Create a Market Research Plan
By Max Freedman | December 10, 2025

Market research plans define an existing problem and/or outline an opportunity. From there, the marketing strategy is broken down task by task.

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How to Build Brand Advocacy in 6 Simple Steps
By Jennifer Dublino | December 10, 2025

Brand advocacy is when customers are so happy with your brand that they promote it. Learn how to encourage organic advocacy and find brand ambassadors.

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Guide to Email Marketing
By Kiely Kuligowski | December 10, 2025

Email is a crucial marketing channel for small businesses. Learn the basics of effective email marketing tactics and how to stay compliant with email laws.

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Tips to Improve Customer Service on Your E-commerce Site
By Max Freedman | December 10, 2025

When you sell online, it's essential to make customer service personable. Learn how to sell excellent service, not just a product.

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Postcards vs. Letters: Which Is the Better Direct Mail Marketing Strategy?
By Kent Moon | December 04, 2025

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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11 Essential Components of Excellent Customer Service
By Megan Totka | December 04, 2025

Looking to improve your company's customer service? Make sure everyone on your team follows these best practices.

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6 Email Marketing Challenges and How to Overcome Them
By Jennifer Dublino | December 03, 2025

Email marketing is effective, but it has its share of obstacles. Find the solutions to email marketing's biggest issues.

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Understanding Customer Emotions and Addressing Them in Your Sales Strategy
By Sean Peek | December 01, 2025

Emotion is the driving force in today’s buying process. Learn how to tap the feelings that drive customers’ buying decisions.

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Learn by Example: 7 Successful Small Business Marketing Campaigns
By Sean Peek | December 01, 2025

Marketing is especially important for small businesses that want to expand their reach. Learn how seven businesses found success with impactful campaigns.

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Stand Out: 5 Ways to Combine Traditional and Digital Marketing
By Kelly Bosetti | November 26, 2025

Digital marketing helps businesses reach a vast online audience, but traditional marketing can help consumers find your brand. Learn to combine the two.

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8 Ways In-Store Tablets Improve the Customer Experience
By Skye Schooley | November 24, 2025

Find out how in-store tablets make life better for employees and customers.

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How to Create Community Around Your Brand
By Jennifer Dublino | November 21, 2025

Cultivating a fan community around your brand and products can create marketing and retention opportunities. Learn how to build a robust brand community.

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How to Send an Email Blast (With Examples)
By Rachelle Gordon | November 20, 2025

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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Create a Business Profile on LinkedIn: Complete Guide for 2025
By Mark Fairlie | November 20, 2025

Creating a business profile on LinkedIn is a great way to connect with partners and talent. Learn more about LinkedIn business profiles.

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How to Use Meta Business Suite: A Small Business Guide
By Nicole Fallon | November 20, 2025

Here’s how small businesses can set up and make the most of Meta Business Suite, including key features and best practices.

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Benchmark Email Marketing Review
By Tom Anziano | November 19, 2025

Benchmark Email offers drag-and-drop email marketing with 120+ templates and 24/7 support. Free plan includes 250 emails/month; Pro starts at $13.99/month.