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The Oops That Proves SEO Basics Still Matter
When I asked today’s HubSpotter to share an SEO tactic, he asked if he could share a cautionary tale instead. And I accepted because his story proves that technical SEO basics still matter — even in the face of major search changes. It’s the scary story of how we lost, and then recovered, 41% of targeted organic traffic and conversions. Presented for the approval of you masters in marketing, I bring you a story I call … The Tell-Tale Tag. (The Cask of the Canonical? I’ll find the joke eventually.) A Scary Day in Search Our story begins with a […]
Are Marketers More or Less Productive in the Office? [New Data]
The remote work productivity debate will never end, and frankly, it shouldn’t. Leaders and employees alike should never stop being critical of how time is spent and seeking improved productivity levels. Is it tiring to refine and edit how we work constantly? Sure. Change is always tiring to a degree, but thankfully, marketers are resilient to change because it’s inherent to what we do. I feel like I’ve lived nine lives as a marketer: unpaid intern, salaried in-office employee, hybrid worker, remote contractor. Most of my experience has been completed outside of the office setting, and as a remote work […]
Turn Marketing Into Meaningful Relationships — Whiteboard Friday
In this episode, Navah reminds us that long-term relationships with customers are fostered through communication and value alignment. With budget and consumer behavior in mind, learn how and where can you best serve your customers the content they are looking for.
The Best AI Tools for Ecommerce & How They’ll Boost Your Business
As a one-woman solopreneur running her own business, I’m constantly looking for new AI tools to help save time, increase productivity, and bring about a better ROI. The ecommerce sector is no different. That’s why I’ve spent some time reviewing the best AI tools for ecommerce so you can get a leg up on your competition. If I know anything about trying out new tools, it can quickly become costly. So, instead of spending precious dollars from your budget, bookmark our list of AI tools to use whenever you need to add something new to the stack. Before we discuss […]
The Helpful Content Update Was Not What You Think
Are Google’s Helpful Content Updates affecting your rankings in unexpected ways? It might not be just about your content. As the August update rollout wraps, we can expect some winners and some losers, but why? Tom Capper digs into the data and reveals the surprising reality of what sites impacted by the Helpful Content Update have in common.
Professional Relationships: 4 Executive Tips to Improve Your Marketing Success
Learn how to build professional relationships that don’t just open doors — but blow them wide open. Building strong professional relationships is your secret weapon for marketing success. The right connections can open you up to new ideas, reveal valuable opportunities, and give you the insights you need to solve tough problems. As Kieran and I discuss in a recent episode of Marketing Against the Grain, however, building impactful relationships takes more than just attending networking events and exchanging business cards. So how do you find the people who can truly elevate your game? And how do you actively add […]
Sins of an Agency: Parting Ways With Our Biggest Client
How do you decide whether to fire or keep your biggest client? Discover how one agency use a risk-benefit analysis to make a difficult decision
Creativity, Calm, and AI: How HubSpot’s Head of Audience Development Breaks the Marketing Mold
It’s been an interesting year in the marketing world. Advancements in AI and constant changes in Google’s algorithm have all but turned the industry on its head. And as the marketing industry continues to evolve rapidly, marketers like HubSpot’s Head of Audience Development and Distribution, Dréa Hudson, are not only keeping up with the changing tides but also thinking far enough outside the box to be on the next wave. So today, we’re going to pick Hudson’s brain to learn how marketers can win and stand out in the ever-shifting marketing world. We’ll explore why keeping calm is her superpower, […]
How to Plan Your Facebook Ads Budget (And Make The Biggest Impact)
If budgeting stresses you out, we have a lot in common, my friend. Whether it’s a monthly entertainment budget or a Facebook Ads budget, ensuring you allocate only what you can afford and get the most for your money is a lot of pressure. Spending recklessly can have long-term consequences on a business’ profitability. But thankfully, Facebook Advertising has a pretty good reputation for return when handled correctly. According to research by WordStream, the average conversion rate in Facebook Ads for lead gen campaigns across major industries is 8.25%. With potential access to over 3 billion monthly active users, those […]
Your Marketing Ecosystem’s Impact on SEO — Whiteboard Friday
You may have spent a lot of time learning about websites and SEO, but you probably haven’t spent a lot of time learning about social or third parties in the real world. Discover how these can impact your SEO, how they are related to your marketing ecosystem, and how they relate to LLMs and AI.