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How to Recession-Proof Your Content Marketing

Contently

Few things shoot fear into the heart of a marketer than the words “economic downturn.” We know that marketing will be one of the first places spending cuts will be made. But here’s the reality: A smaller budget doesn’t have to negatively impact success with content marketing. ” Why? Because we know.

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What is Content Marketing, Really? (And Other Content Questions Answered)

Marketing Insider Group

While companies have relied on traditional marketing strategies for decades, some are still wondering, what is content marketing really? Content marketing, when you peel away all the layers of techniques, trends, and possibilities, is a business opportunity. What Is Content Marketing Really? And why do I need it now?

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Majority of Firms Receive Business Referrals from Non-Traditional Sources. What’s Their Secret?

Hinge Marketing

Do referrals play a key role in your business? A study on marketing priorities showed that increasing referrals is the top goal at 61.9% But how can you increase business referrals ? Pounding the pavement, handing out business cards, asking for referrals and attending networking events.

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Rethinking Referral Marketing: Develop a Strategy

Hinge Marketing

You’ve assessed your current referral strategy. You’ve researched your target audience. Now it’s time to build out your referral marketing strategy. Which of your services should you try to grow? Factor in your specialties, differentiators , and positioning.

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Is Your Referral Program Getting You the Leads You Need?

Hinge Marketing

If you have developed a referral marketing strategy , congratulations! But now comes the hard part: Building out your referral program and keeping it going. Every good referral program requires three things: Visible expertise —To get a referral, you need to be known for something.

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10 Tips to Get More Referrals That Turn into Clients

Hinge Marketing

When it comes to generating new business, most professional services firms rely on referrals. In fact, according to our study of 530 professional services firms , generating referrals ranked highest in terms of current marketing priorities. But sadly,most of that marketing effort may be destined to fail. Why so low?

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Why I Joined Hinge

Hinge Marketing

For those who know me or my reputation as a thought leader in construction marketing, you are probably surprised by my move. They aren’t guessing when it comes to understanding how high-growth firms outperform their competition. All marketers know that differentiation for their clients is key. Ongoing Primary Research.