This year, there are so many great things to look forward to when it comes to what’s next in B2B online marketing. In 2017, your B2B online marketing strategy should include goals on how to up your content marketing game. MORE

Love it or hate it, the fact is that research shows a massive 15% of American adults have tried their hand at online dating. The online dating world is no stranger to cliché pick-up lines, eager proposals, and the good old copy-and-paste trick when it comes to introductions. MORE

Welcome to the 47 th , and final (for now at least) post in the Best Online Business Tools series. Online Language Translation. Online Calculation and Conversion Tools. 1) Online-Convert.com. A highly versatile free online file converter. Online Ruler. MORE

These four online survey tools offer a range of research capabilities, from single-question pop-up surveys to enterprise-grade NPS and CRO analysis. This was the 20th post in the Best Online Business Tools series. #1: 1: Best Online Business Tools Series Kicks Off Today. #2: MORE

After all the brouhaha surrounding #GamerGate and the controversy surrounding the decision that SXSW made in removing some #GamerGate panels , I wanted to remind my gentle reader — yes, you — that there are warm hugs online and not just slaps, punches, yells, screams, and assaults online. MORE

Recently, all I hear when it comes to virtual online communities on the radio, the internet, or TV is how passionate, intimate, and persistent online communities are either: 1) bubbles within which all the denizens are echo chamber zombies or 2) they’re traps for naïfs and nerds who are one kind word away from being radicalized into violent extremism. If it weren’t for online communities as a young man, I don’t know where I would be now. MORE

If you’ve been running traditional offline print advertising – in local newspapers, magazines or trade journals – chances are you’ve been subject to your share of sales pitches asking you to move some or all of your advertising online. General Online Advertising Print Advertising MORE

No matter how young you may be, reading these words, you need to start thinking long-game when it comes to your online reputation. Can you un-tag or report images of you on Facebook and Google+ that you don’t want online? A tear of regret. MORE

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We believe in the power of online video, but where did online video begin? Broadcasting a coffee pot online to save engineers a walk down the hall may seem like a small feat, but this humble beginning is the first step towards the video-driven world we live in today. MORE

Don’t underestimate the value of online display advertising. Due to the building of brand recognition, display ads can provide a lift in brand searches, search engine click-thru rates, direct website visits and online/offline purchasing. MORE

Online communities predate February 2004. Virtual online communities even predate the WELL ‘s birthdate, circa 1985. The very first online forums go back to the 70s with the Planet-Forum system and include USENET and even, arguably, IRC. Online communities are not virtual. MORE

The post 4 Online Marketing Tips That May Sound Obvious But Should Not Be Overlooked appeared first on Marketing Insider Group. Marketing Strategy Digital Marketing Online marketingThanks to modern technology, businesses can be conceived, operated and grown using just a computer and internet connection. The number of self-employed entrepreneurs increases every year, as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) suggests the number of self-employed people in the U.S. MORE

81% of consumers research online before buying. ( If the goal of marketing is to reach the consumer at moments that most influence their buying decision, then understanding online consumer behavior is key for any business. Here are 50 facts about online consumer behavior not to ignore. MORE

Listen, if you’re an online community manager, or are responsible for the success of an online community, you might want to know this: According to Gartner, 70 percent of online communities are destined to fail. Despite the billions of dollars being poured into online communities, almost 70 percent of customers never. MORE

I can’t believe how many crisis management and online reputation management (ORM) articles I have not written since Donald J Trump was elected. The post Online reputation management (ORM): don’t forget Google when you’re in crisis mode appeared first on Biznology. MORE

Running and managing an online business isn’t easy. So, many online business owners turn to business software solutions to enable them to do more and do it more efficiently. Bpm’online CRM. Guest post by Rait Raak. MORE

: In this Rethink Marketing Podcast interview, Interact’s Josh Haynam shares insights on why online quizzes are great for lead generation. Demand & Lead Generation Lead Generation Lead Nurturing MORE

Although hopes are high, B2B online communities frequently become nothing more than dead zones featuring the occasional support question—a far cry from their vibrant consumer counterparts. Are branded communities living up to organizational expectations? However, all that is changing. Recent research from CMX and Influitive on B2B communities shows that more and more organizations are. MORE

Did your school supply checklist come with a box to check for “online safety” or “safe online behavior”? Now I know that many school districts have policies and procedures in place for appropriate online behavior. Remember: Your data is NOT safe online . MORE

If so, then you need to leave online advocacy, new media marketing, online brand promotion, online word of mouth marketing, online outreach, blogger relations, and brand ambassadorship to someone who has lived, loved, and connected to people in real ways online. MORE

Online retail as an industry vertical is transforming quickly to keep pace with the rising demands of the consumers looking for convenience. The post How to improve sales with online chat software appeared first on Biznology. MORE

What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “online community?” The definition of online community varies depending on who you talk to. Joanne Jacobs, a digital strategist who spoke at a live online session at a past Community Manager Appreciation Day (CMAD), says “Communities are not just. Quick! Facebook? LinkedIn? Your company’s support forum? MORE

Nobody online got to meet the beautiful nurses who, angels on earth every last one of them, prevented me from shuffling off this mortal coil. You shouldn’t only love on your contest winners, your top contributors, and the stable of A-list online influencers you’ve paid for. MORE

A sales enablement tool that lets you create an online content repository for sales assets (presentations, PDFs, videos, photos, diagrams, etc.) This was the 45th post in the Best Online Business Tools series. #1: 1: Best Online Business Tools Series Kicks Off Today. #2: MORE

The post How To Create A Meaningful Brand Online appeared first on Marketing Insider Group. MORE

I have been doing online reputation management (ORM) for clients since 2003. There’s one thing that everyone who comes to my door has in common, whether it was for NMS, Abraham Harrison, Reputation, Gerris , or now for Status Labs : too little content online! MORE

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With plenty of great tips about online marketing, you simply must read about this spectacle. Tomorrow People copywriting intern and keen amateur showperson, Naomi Pelkiewicz , presents an all-singing, all-dancing duo: show business and the business of online marketing. It’s here! MORE

One of the widely used tools nowadays is online software documentation, and if you are in charge of online business, it is an absolute necessity. One of the main reasons to use online software documentation is better data management. MORE

Content marketing is one of the most effective forms of marketing in today’s online world. The post How to Smoothly Transition Online Content Leads to your Sales Staff appeared first on Marketing Insider Group. MORE

Screencasting tools are great for explaining how a software application works; demonstrating how to use it; or illustrating any online process. Combined with presentation tools, they’re also ideal for enhancing online meetings, as well as broadcasting and recording presentations. MORE

Digital and Online Reputation Management from Chris Abraham. The presentation is an overview of online reputation management (ORM), something I often refer to as defensive SEO. Creating online content and dominating search is not. MORE

B2B marketing tools Online marketingUse this checklist to see if your Web site converts visitors to sales. MORE

If you own, manage or advertise for a business, it is imperative you win the online marketing battle. This consistent contact through online channels will prove essential to keeping target clients thoroughly engaged with your business. MORE

Online sales is a booming industry and the revenue is growing exponentially. Those are the companies that did not adapt fast enough to changing shopping habits and the importance of online marketing. The challenge with online sales is that the barriers to entry are extremely low. MORE

If you visit the About Us page on our website, you will notice text on the left-hand side that reads, “ Our Mission: Deliver strategic online marketing programs tailored to maximize results.” Tailoring B2B online marketing programs to meet and exceed client expectations is at the core of what we do at KoMarketing, but accomplishing this requires internal legwork and alignment with our clients. We frequently refer back to this document as we get the online marketing program launched. MORE

Welcome to the Best Online Business Tools series! This was the introductory post for the Best Online Business Tools series. #1: 1: Best Online Business Tools Series Kicks Off Today. Cool Web Tools online business tools online tools MORE

Things like calculators, free tax software (for tax season), and other financial apps tend to be ways financial services companies get through the noise to reach people who are online, be they service provider or consumer. MORE

Online reputation management is an area of marketing that often flies under the radar, but its impact on your business is much larger than you may think. In fact, 92% of consumers read online reviews to learn more about a business before making a purchase. MORE

Sellers with their own online stores play a different game. The post 20 Killer Tips to Create a Successful Online Store appeared first on Marketing Insider Group. Major marketplaces, like Amazon and eBay, come with restrictive seller policies. These venues downplay merchants’ branding to maintain their own homogenous image. They have complete control over their customers’ experiences. MORE

You want to be seen online – but not for the sake of being seen. The post How to Be Seen Online appeared first on Jessica Ann Media. The post How To Be Seen Online appeared first on Marketing Insider Group. You’re sharing silly memes and scratching your head wondering how to drive profitable, targeted traffic to your brand. You want to show that you’re making a huge impact. Here’s how to get there (no side eye required): 1. Build a strong […]. MORE

Here are half a dozen of the best online tools for managing HR, payroll, employee scheduling, and team coordination. This was the 16th post in the Best Online Business Tools series. #1: 1: Best Online Business Tools Series Kicks Off Today. #2: MORE