Since the start of the pandemic, marketing strategies have relied heavily on online tactics —leveraging tools like social media, email, and digital ads. But what about marketing outside of the digital space, otherwise known as offline marketing? Is there still value in marketing via billboards, print ads, and broadcast commercials? In a post-pandemic world, whenever that may be, there’s a chance offline marketing could make a comeback. Here’s what marketers need to know about offline marketing and how it can be leveraged. What is offline marketing? 5 Offline Marketing Strategies You Should Use Business Cards Community Engagement Event Hosting Press […]

Inflation has been a big topic of conversation in recent months, with the cost of just about everything going up. From gas to groceries to household goods. As a result, many companies are notifying customers of price increases. If that sounds like your company, keep reading to learn how to address price changes and key things to avoid. How to Address Price Changes 1. Be truthful. A 2022 survey by Gartner revealed that nearly 40% of consumers want detailed and honest explanations for price hikes. Specifically, they want clarity – no jargon, blame, or redirection. In recent years, consumers have […]

According to a 2021 McKinsey report, 76% of consumers get frustrated when they can’t find a personalized experience with a brand. With personalization becoming more valuable to stand out from the competition, a look at some great examples can serve as inspiration for your own strategy. Discover brands that are killing it at personalization and get a peek into how impactful it can be. Why do we prefer personalized experiences? Twilio’s 2022 State of Personalization report found that 49% of consumers say they will likely become repeat buyers after a personalized shopping experience with a retail brand. Businesses also report […]

Most businesses want to grow and be successful, but what they often don’t realize is that success doesn’t happen overnight. It takes hard work, dedication, and a clear vision of what you want your business to become. One of the biggest dangers that can prevent a business from achieving its goals is marketing myopia. In this article, we will discuss what marketing myopia is, what causes it, how to avoid it, and some examples of businesses that have suffered from it. It often leads to businesses making decisions that are not in the best interests of their customers or that […]

In 2020, IBM ran a study on consumer behavior and found that most consumers are willing to change their shopping habits to be more environmentally conscious. This is likely why consumers have noticed a big push for sustainable marketing from brands. Fast forward to 2022 and not much has changed. So, how does a brand leverage sustainable marketing to appeal to a growing, socially conscious audience? We’ll cover that and more below. Green Marketing vs. Sustainable Marketing While both terms are often used interchangeably, there is a difference between green marketing and sustainability marketing. Green marketing focuses on strategies that […]

Every day, we’re on the receiving end of a direct marketing campaign. We just might not know it. In this article, you’ll learn the benefits of a direct marketing strategy, how it works, and the benefits of leveraging it. The Benefits of Direct Marketing There are several key benefits to implementing a direct marketing strategy: Personalized messaging: With direct marketing, you can send highly personalized messages to your target market, increasing the likelihood that they’ll take action. Increased ROI: Because direct marketing is so targeted and specific, it often has a higher ROI than indirect marketing. Measurable: This approach is also […]

With a fiercely competitive market, marketers everywhere are wondering how to make their brands stand out? Niche marketing strategy might be the answer they’re looking for. Discover what a niche marketing strategy is, how to develop one, and examples of these strategies in action from popular brands. Developing a Niche Marketing Strategy 1. Know your competition. Developing a niche marketing strategy is impossible without scoping out your competition. That’s because it’s crucial to understand your unique selling proposition — what you do that makes customers choose your company over another. Maybe you design ceramic dishware that can’t be found anywhere […]

A 2021 Mckinsey & Company report found that 78% of consumers are more likely to make repeat purchases from brands that personalize. Nearly 80% are also more likely to refer their family and friends to these companies. As we know, personalization is the name of the game in customer experience nowadays. In this post, we’ll dive into key personalization trends you should know in 2022. Demand for personalization is increasing. According to Twilio’s 2022 State of Personalization Report, 62% of consumers say a brand will lose their loyalty if they deliver an un-personalized experience, up nearly 20% from 2021. Another […]

Marketing your nonprofit can be challenging. Thankfully, learning from others that have already engaged with nonprofit marketing, leveraged trends, and found success can be helpful when it comes to developing your own strategy. In this post, discover expert insight and tips from HubSpot’s Nonprofit Marketing Trends Report for 2022 that will help you build the brand awareness you’re looking for. Nonprofit Trends to Watch in 2022 1. Collect donations on social media platforms with native donation features. TikTok has grown in popularity for nonprofits in reaching audiences and collecting donations. In fact, almost 75,000 donations were made within the app in support […]

As a marketer, you know you have to spend money to make money. This is particularly true when you’re trying to generate leads and acquire new customers. However, if there are ways to cut the cost of lead generation and customer acquisition without undercutting either metric. To help refine your marketing strategy to lower the costs of acquiring leads and customers, here are some helpful CPL and CAC benchmarks from a recent HubSpot survey of hundreds of marketers. Most Effective Strategies for Lowering CAC Customer acquisition cost (CAC) is how much a company has to spend to get a new […]