Marketing Insider Group

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

What does a good content marketing strategy look like? Why is content marketing king? Whether you are new to the riveting world of content or are a self-ascribed expert (i.e. content addict), there is always more to learn. You may have noticed that we’re talking about more than a marketing tactic.

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Top Rank Marketing

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

For B2B brands, having a content marketing program tends to be a given. But one of the challenges of having a baseline assumption is that it can be easy to lose sight of why content marketing became such a cornerstone of B2B marketing in the first place. But that initial goodwill only goes so far.

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Webbiquity

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Nearly three-quarters of companies plan to maintain or grow their content marketing teams over the next year. And lead gen campaigns on Facebook and Instagram are 10X more expensive than brand awareness advertising. Here are 25 key findings, facts, and stats from these insight-packed content and social media marketing reports.

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Marketing Insider Group

JUNE 22, 2020

Always-on content marketing is the only way to build new relationships for a brand. As my good friend Carla Johnson points out, you need only look at the rebranding MGM Resorts’ Las Vegas properties underwent to see what magic content marketing can work. Always on marketing works.

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Marketing Insider Group

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Standing at the content marketing crossroads? With 73% of hiring managers looking to ramp up their freelance talent, the big question looms: content marketing freelancers or a full-scale content marketing agency ? You’re not alone. They shine brightest when tackling short-term or one-off projects.

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Marketing Insider Group

APRIL 17, 2023

Over the years, we’ve read (and written) some of the best marketing articles, making our judgment pretty great when it comes to determining value. The best marketing articles are not only chock-full of valuable insight, but they also stand the test of time. As content marketing experts, we realize that not everyone has this superpower.

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illumin

APRIL 11, 2024

This rapid rise can be attributed not only to the popularity of short-form video content but also to the platform’s genuine and unfiltered nature. As TikTok gained momentum, a notable shift occurred with users providing candid recommendations for products and brands within their content. This authenticity didn’t go unnoticed.

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Martech

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Content creators and influencers are now achieving the same level of engagement once reserved for traditional advertising methods like billboards, print ads and TV commercials. They’re captivating millions with content that deeply connects with their followers.

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Brandpoint

MARCH 14, 2024

Branded content marketing, where public relations and marketing strategies meet, is a great way to create captivating brand stories and engage your audience. In our latest PR survey , 200 PR professionals shared how they promote and distribute branded content to elevate their brand visibility and engagement.

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Webbiquity

JUNE 21, 2022

say strengthening their brand is a top business objective. However, while most focus on brand awareness, it’s crucial to understand that brand awareness alone doesn’t create conversions and sales. Brands compete for the attention of their customers in real-time, across various channels. Image credit: HubSpot.

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Marketing Insider Group

MARCH 25, 2020

If you want to scale up your content marketing efforts, you need to create more content. Outsourcing all or part of your content marketing is more cost-effective than employing a full-time in-house team. But, how do you make sure external contractors and freelancers produce content with a consistent brand voice ?

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Marketing Insider Group

APRIL 29, 2019

Enter the direct-to-consumer (D2C) brand. With their ability to cut out the middleman and sell their products and services to the end customer, these brands have transformed not only the industries they’re in, but marketing as well. Let these […].

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Marketing Insider Group

JANUARY 5, 2021

Data shows that audience trust is becoming increasingly important for brands. Over a third of American consumers now say that it’s vital to trust the brands they choose to buy from because they can’t afford to waste money on a bad purchase. The top five brands for 2019 were: Whole Foods. Weight Watchers. Trader Joe’s.

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Marketing Insider Group

MARCH 21, 2023

There’s nothing like one of the best content marketing TED talks to inspire a new perspective. At Marketing Insider Group, we love learning from the industry’s thought leaders to keep our own marketing efforts both innovative and effective.

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Marketing Insider Group

JANUARY 2, 2024

It’s a wake-up call for content marketers and publishers everywhere. The way people engage with these platforms is changing, and it’s reshaping how they interact with content outside of these social bubbles, particularly in driving traffic to external sites. Consumer brands also report a median decline of 19.6%

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Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

In marketing, brand awareness is a significant focus—in fact, it’s likely one of your main goals. This is where customer marketing comes in. Customer marketing is one of the most powerful ways you can forge and feed connections with your current audience base. What is customer marketing?

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Contently

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Here’s something that might surprise you: branded content is now a part of 80 percent of consumers’ lives. Earlier this year, we surveyed 1,072 Americans about what they want from branded content. Brands need to up their meme game (and spend more time on simple, visual content in general).

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Content Marketing Institute

OCTOBER 18, 2022

As content grows as a strategic business function, a new market has arisen. It’s a solution that orchestrates and automates the complexities of legal, licensing, compliance, and aspects of managing the quality of brand content. Continue reading →

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Martech

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

B2B content marketing is an indispensable strategy for businesses looking to establish their brand, engage their target audience, and drive conversions. What is B2B content marketing? This content includes articles, blogs, videos and podcasts, as well as in-depth whitepapers and research.

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Content Standard

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Establishing brand authority doesn’t happen overnight. If a customer knows they can trust your brand to be a voice of reason in the decision-making process, that’s invaluable for both them and your brand. But how exactly can your brand go about building authority? Strive for content that is: Altruistic (i.e.,

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CopyBlogger

JANUARY 10, 2023

Content marketing for small businesses doesn’t look much different from what larger companies do to promote their products or services. The post Content Marketing for Small Businesses: 7 Projects for Brand Managers appeared first on Copyblogger. Continue Reading.

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Convince & Convert

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Invigorate your strategy with insights from marketers at TikTok, Glossier, Zillow, lululemon, and more Convince & Convert started the Social Pros Podcast back in 2012 as a way to get to know the “real people doing real things” in social media. Iconic beauty brand Glossier swears by this approach, and it has served them well.

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Optinmonster

JANUARY 29, 2024

Do you want to know the key content marketing metrics to measure your content marketing ROI (return on investment)? To effectively measure the success of your content marketing campaigns, it’s crucial to understand the relevant content marketing metrics.

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Content Marketing Institute

JANUARY 4, 2024

Six years after Richard Murphy created a thought leadership strategy for ServiceNow, the brand has grown to over $8 billion in revenue. Here’s how the 2023 Content Marketer of the Year and his team helped the brand achieve that.

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Martech

JANUARY 9, 2024

The $100 billion creator economy is changing how brands collaborate with influencers across social media and niche communities. Today’s brands recognize the value of authenticity and targeted reach for online consumers. A B2B brand might have better luck partnering with YouTubers or LinkedIn creators with a business-minded audience.

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Contently

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Let’s just say it: Most branded content isn’t very good. I worked for years as a content strategist. I’ve spent the last decade researching and reporting on the content marketing industry. Along the way, I’ve probably consumed more pieces of branded content than anyone else.

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Visitor Queue

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

As a B2B marketing professional, you always want to stay on top of trends and ahead of the competition. Because of this, you’ve probably thought to yourself, “I wonder if TikTok for B2B brands is a good idea?”. But, TikTok is generally considered to be a social media platform for Gen Z’ers.

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 6, 2023

There lies the magic of B2B influencer marketing. Influencer marketing has long been a staple for business-to-consumer (B2C) brands looking to cultivate more authentic connections with their audience. It’s time for B2B brands to embrace the power of influencers. What is B2B influencer marketing?

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Contently

AUGUST 18, 2021

Ask a marketer to describe the ideal brand voice, and you’re bound to hear one word: conversational. It makes content accessible and helps audiences understand what you’re trying to convey. But marketers may be conflating conversational and agreeable, which is leading to blander stories that lack in-depth advice.

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Top Rank Marketing

OCTOBER 20, 2023

While AI-related buzzwords are now more common than morning coffee, differentiating B2B brands through authentic thought leadership has never been more important. At Content Marketing World in Washington D.C., At Content Marketing World in Washington D.C., Here is an overview of his presentation.

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