Welcome to “I Tried…,” the series where I try different marketing tools and strategies so you don’t have to. In this series, I document my experience and let you know if a tool or strategy is worth your time. AI and marketing are becoming like peanut butter and jelly—inseparable. According to our complete guide to AI in digital marketing, 64% of marketing professionals say they use AI in some form in their jobs. Specifically, 38% say they use it in content creation. With AI becoming so entrenched in marketing, I became curious about its use in one of the most […]

We integrated AI into our website chat and our KPIs flew off the charts. Here’s exactly how we did it and what we learned along the way. Key Outcomes: 43% increase in chat conversion rates >50% improvement in the value per chat CSAT scores matched human-led interactions I like to joke that one of my dumbest moments in early HubSpot history was realizing that potential customers preferred to talk or chat to us directly about buying our product, instead of filling out forms or sending emails. This seemingly obvious insight was a key turning point, however, as it led to […]

Everyone knows that ChatGPT can generate content on nearly any topic you can imagine (some information might be made up, but that’s a story for a different article). So, while I’m not a fan of using it to create articles, I must say that I’m impressed with how helpful it can be for SEO. In this post, I put together different ways you can use ChatGPT to improve your search rankings – whether it’s through keyword improvements, proper linking, or other tactics. Let’s dive in. Table of Contents How to Use ChatGPT for SEO Benefits of ChatGPT for SEO Limitations […]

Benjamin Franklin once said, “Lost time is never found again.” While that isn’t exactly the most optimistic quote, it’s unfortunately true. Until scientists figure out time machines or immortality, we’re stuck with adopting methods to remain productive and better use our time. We can’t deny AI’s cultural renaissance. It has become a part of everyday workflows and conversations. HubSpot’s AI Proof & Positioning Report found that workers are most concerned about losing their jobs due to AI, and the #1 reason they don’t use AI is because they worry about becoming too reliant on it. While I understand how unsettling […]

Part of the reason I went into marketing is because I love creating. It’s also why the topic of the best AI for images intrigues me.  I love writing (surprise), cooking, design, and photography. I also used to paint and sew. But thanks to artificial intelligence (AI), you no longer have to be a lifelong creative to turn an idea into a visual reality.  AI image generators help anyone create visuals that are weird, wonderful, and … weirdly wonderful. (Remember the Willy Wonka debacle in Glasgow?) But how exactly do they work and what’s the best AI image generator for […]

I‘m going to be fully transparent here. As I write this blog post, I’m on a train to the other side of my state. If you’re a busy marketer or content creator like I am, chances are you’re always on the go for your next project (figuratively or literally). You could probably use some tools to streamline or automate aspects of content marketing, saving you time and allowing you to move on to the next big thing on your to-do list. 67% of marketers say the biggest benefit of AI is its ability to create content faster. If this sounds […]

Being a small business is both easier and harder than ever. Yes, the competition is tough, but there have never been more AI tools that can help you in almost every segment of your business. For example, I’d long wanted to sell merchandise with my designs. However, the thought of getting started and thinking about the initial steps felt overwhelming. Turns out, I was wrong. With the help of AI tools, I got the name, slogan, and brand color suggestions in just a few minutes, and they were all stunning (more on this later). So, in this piece, I’ll show […]

Graphic design has come a long way since I started in the arts nearly a decade and a half ago. Improvements in tools like Photoshop or my personal favorite, Procreate, from then to now have helped remove creative roadblocks and speed up the design process. Then, user-friendly design tools like Canva have made design more accessible to non-specialists. Now, it’s 2024, and we find ourselves in the throes of the “AI revolution.” We’re met with a ton of AI tools for graphic design that promise to streamline our creative workflows and more. But is the juice really worth the squeeze […]

Welcome to The Creative, a series that gives content creators actionable advice from professionals in the creator economy. Read The Creative to learn how to grow your platform, improve your content, and stay ahead in the ever-shifting creator landscape.  Artificial intelligence is a bit of a controversial topic in the world of content creation. In an industry that prides itself on creativity and a do-it-yourself approach, many wonder if AI has a place in the creator economy. As a content creator myself, I’d say the answer is “Yes,” with moderation. There are many benefits to using AI as a content […]