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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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EZ Texting Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | July 22, 2025

EZ Texting is an excellent service for executing text message marketing campaigns. Learn about the platform's tools, pricing and integrations.

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How Do You Sustain and Grow Your Customer Relationships?
By Jennifer Dublino | July 21, 2025

The most important thing in sales and marketing is to attract and retain your most profitable business customers. Get tips and strategies.

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How to Increase In-store Sales With Online Marketing
By Sean Peek | July 21, 2025

Driving in-store traffic can be challenging. Since offline sales are highly influenced by online activity, try these digital marketing tactics.

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Keep It Simple Stupid: How Businesses Can Use the KISS Principle
By Sean Peek | July 21, 2025

Learn how you can use the KISS principle in your business to improve relationships and make your team more creative at little cost.

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Make ‘Em Smile: What Drives Successful Customer Satisfaction?
By Sean Peek | July 21, 2025

What do consumers want in their experience with companies? This is how your business can ensure great customer service.

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8 Marketing Challenges Only Nonprofits Understand
By Jennifer Dublino | July 17, 2025

Marketing for a nonprofit is very different from corporate marketing. Here are some common nonprofit marketing challenges and how to overcome them.

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User-Generated Content: More Than Customer Reviews
By Mark Fairlie | July 16, 2025

User-generated content boosts trust, engagement and conversions — turning customers into brand advocates and delivering cost-effective marketing results.

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How to Grow an AdSense Empire
By Sean Peek | July 15, 2025

Google's AdSense program allows individuals and businesses to display Google ads on their websites. Learn how to make money from Google AdSense.

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Reddit Marketing: A Full Guide
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | July 15, 2025

Discover the benefits and best practices for marketing and advertising your business on Reddit.

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Internet Advertising: How New Technology Is Impacting Online Advertising
By Stella Morrison | July 14, 2025

Learn how technology is changing and how adapting to it can help your marketing.

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Brand Videos: How Much Do They Really Cost?
By Matt Byrom | July 14, 2025

Video content can help small businesses expand their reach and increase engagement. Here's how much it costs to make a brand video.

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PR Nightmares: What You Can Learn From the Biggest Blunders
By Julie Thompson | July 14, 2025

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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Get Camera Ready: Livestreaming Is the Future of Social Media
By Jennifer Dublino | July 14, 2025

Livestreaming is video content in real time. Learn how to use livestreaming on social media platforms to connect with followers and boost sales.

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CRM Switch: 5 Tips for CRM Change Management
By Alex Haimann | July 14, 2025

Need a new CRM? Here are four ways to get the best one.

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How to Build Brand Advocacy in 6 Simple Steps
By Jennifer Dublino | July 11, 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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Tips to Improve Customer Service on Your E-commerce Site
By Max Freedman | July 11, 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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Emojis at Work: Should You Use Emojis in Business Communications?
By Sean Peek | July 11, 2025

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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10 Ways to Get Good Customer Reviews
By Skye Schooley | July 11, 2025

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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20 Features to Look for in a CRM
By Mark Fairlie | July 11, 2025

Many CRM platforms are available that promise to help businesses maintain customer relationships. Learn 20 crucial features your CRM software should offer.

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How Much Does Customer Service Training Cost?
By Jennifer Dublino | July 10, 2025

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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Holiday Marketing: 5 Reasons Why Customer Loyalty Programs Are Essential 
By Sean Peek | July 10, 2025

Loyalty programs can help companies land new customers and nurture them into devoted brand advocates. Here are five reasons why such promotions work.

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Your Best Asset: The Power of Customer Loyalty and Its Significance
By Max Freedman | July 10, 2025

Customer loyalty increases revenue, reduces marketing costs and builds brand advocates, making it more valuable than constantly acquiring new customers.

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Elevating Expectations: 6 Ways Product Quality Affects Your Brand
By Sammi Caramela | July 10, 2025

High product quality boosts customer loyalty, supports premium pricing, reduces returns, strengthens brand reputation and increases overall business success.

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How to Boost Online Awareness of Your Brand
By Natalie Hamingson | July 03, 2025

Without effective brand awareness, your business will get buried by the competition. Here's how to make your business stand out online.

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About Us Page: Why Your Business Needs an ‘About’ Page
By Jennifer Dublino | June 30, 2025

Your website's About page is a marketing powerhouse that helps visitors get to know your brand. Learn best practices for creating an effective About page.

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Using Coupons to Drive Engagement and Retention
By Julie Thompson | June 30, 2025

Your customers want custom offers. Here's how you can use technology to offer coupons that engage customers and boost your bottom line.

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Features of Call Center Systems
By Mark Fairlie | June 26, 2025

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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Does Corporate Gift-Giving Produce The Desired Outcome?
By Ryan McGonagill | June 26, 2025

Corporate gift-giving influences nearly half of recipients to continue vendor relationships. Gift cards are preferred, while soaps and magazines are least favored.

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What Are TikTok Alternatives for My Business?
By Jennifer Dublino | June 26, 2025

TikTok was banned in the U.S. in late 2024, leaving Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Triller as top alternatives for short-form video content.

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SMS Marketing vs. Mobile Marketing: Where, When and How to Use Them
By Jennifer Dublino | June 25, 2025

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