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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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Freshworks CRM Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | April 10, 2024

Freshworks CRM is a comprehensive solution with extensive analytics tools and sales features. Learn why Freshworks is the best CRM for sales managers.

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PR Nightmares: What You Can Learn From the Biggest Blunders
By Julie Thompson | April 08, 2024

Business owners can learn a lot from PR mistakes made by some of the biggest companies. Here are a few key public relations lessons.

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How Much Does Customer Service Training Cost?
By Jennifer Dublino | April 04, 2024

Customer service can make or break a company's success. Learn the costs and types of customer service training and how training can benefit your business.

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Features of Call Center Systems
By Sean Peek | April 04, 2024

Call center systems can improve customer service and sales calls. Learn their features and capabilities and how your business can incorporate call centers.

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Marketing Fail: 5 Customers Who Want to Destroy Your Business
By Andrew McDermott | April 02, 2024

Predatory customers are hurting your business. Learn the five types of toxic customers you may face and how to stop marketing to them.

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SMS Marketing vs. Mobile Marketing: Where, When and How to Use Them
By Jennifer Dublino | April 02, 2024

SMS marketing is text message marketing and mobile marketing refers to a multichannel digital marketing strategy. Learn how to use both marketing methods.

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How to Build Brand Advocacy in 6 Simple Steps
By Jennifer Dublino | March 25, 2024

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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10 Ways to Get Good Customer Reviews
By Skye Schooley | March 01, 2024

Online review platforms are the new Yellow Pages. Here's how to bring in more positive online reviews for your business.

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monday.com CRM Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | February 14, 2024

monday Sales CRM helps SMBs grow and manage all aspects of their operations. Learn how monday can help you customize sales and marketing workflows.

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How to Make Money in Retirement: A Guide to Turning a Hobby Into a Side Business
By Jennifer Dublino | February 14, 2024

Many retirees have turned side interests into income. Learn how to make money in retirement, including getting started, getting funding and paying taxes.

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The Survival Guide to the Decline of Facebook’s Organic Reach
By Jolina Landicho | February 02, 2024

: Facebook has seen an organic reach drop recently. Learn about Facebook's algorithm changes, what it means for marketers and how to improve your reach.

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How to Avoid Creating an Annoying Email Campaign
By Andrew Martins | February 02, 2024

Email marketing campaigns can do more harm than good. Learn 10 best practices for email marketing to ensure effectiveness and better customer responses.

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What Is Opt-in Email Marketing?
By Jennifer Post | February 02, 2024

Opt-in email marketing helps reach prospects who have already shown interest in your products or services and are more likely to buy. Learn how it works.

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Not Just a Game: Legal Considerations for Social Media Contests and Sweepstakes
By Jennifer Dublino | February 02, 2024

Contests and sweepstakes can be an engaging part of your social media marketing strategy. However, you must understand the laws governing their usage.

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8 Tips to Become a Better Business Storyteller
By Jennifer Post | January 24, 2024

Your customers seek entertainment and telling them a good story can create deeper connections, boost sales and drive company growth.

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Put a Smiley on It: Should You Use Emojis in Business Communications?
By Sean Peek | January 19, 2024

Here’s how emojis add emotion to conversations, creating richer and more meaningful conversations by clarifying the tone of the written conversation.

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The TikTokalypse Is Nigh
By Elizabeth Barton | January 03, 2024

How are marketers and creators planning?

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Learn the Language: How Duolingo Conquered TikTok
By Ali Saleh | January 03, 2024

The company's global social media manager reveals how Duolingo was able to capture an entire platform with an iPhone, a mascot, and the right vision.

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Think Different: We (and AI) Updated Apple’s Iconic Ad Campaign for 2025
By Carolyn Neuhausen | January 03, 2024

What would this legendary campaign look like if it relaunched today? We picked a list of icons and asked AI to illustrate them.

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Leading With Transparency Promotes Customer Loyalty
By Austin Mac Nab | January 03, 2024

Consumers value honesty, fairness, quality and service. Build buying confidence by showing your customers how trustworthy your brand is.

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Marketing to College Students
By Max Freedman | December 20, 2023

College students value companies with authenticity. Learn how to reach this demographic through social media and using online and traditional tactics.

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Email Retargeting Campaigns and Best Practices
By Rachelle Gordon | December 20, 2023

Learn how your e-commerce business can use techniques like personalization to increase customer engagement and purchases.

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Benchmark Email Marketing Review
By Sean Peek | November 08, 2023

Benchmark offers email marketing software with easy-to-use but thorough newsletter tools, making it a good choice for small businesses with no coders or experienced designers.

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How Page Load Speed Affects Customer Behavior
By Mark Fairlie | November 06, 2023

Do you want to rank higher on Google and make more sales? Find out how to determine if your site downloads too slowly and what will boost its speed.

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Postcards vs. Letters: Which Is the Better Direct Mail Marketing Strategy?
By Kent Moon | November 06, 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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Is Social Media Marketing Still Worth It?
By Jennifer Dublino | November 03, 2023

More followers don’t always translate into sales, so is social media marketing still important for businesses? Here is why you should make the effort.

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How to Build Trust With E-Commerce Customers
By Julie Thompson | November 01, 2023

Online shoppers sometimes worry about making purchases over the internet. Learn how to protect your customers and address their concerns.

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Oscar Mayer’s Hydrating Face Mask Is Not Baloney (or Bologna)
By Dan Ketchum | October 03, 2023

Would you try a bologna face mask?

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How to Create a Super Bowl-Worthy Ad
By Dawn Allcot | October 03, 2023

…without a Super Bowl budget.

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To the Max: How HBO Changed TV Forever
By Antonio Ferme | October 03, 2023

Learn more about how HBO changed the television landscape.