Shift Communications

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

We’ve seen a ton of brands emerge as powerhouse cultural icons by tapping into and even setting these direct to consumer marketing trends. Brands putting customers in the center of consumer marketing. The brand’s Menu Hack and Sprite campaigns this year are notable examples of customer-led initiatives.

Consumer 78

Consumer Trends Marketing SMB 78

Cision

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

These SMB (small and mid-sized businesses) and mid-market companies are in a unique situation when it comes to brand outreach and consumer attraction. On the one hand, they can and should be pushing niche interest and audiences in their brand-sphere, as the likelihood of pickup will be stronger with a local connection.

Small Business 245

Small Business Media SMB Pitching 245

Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 29, 2019

ICYMI, I moderated a wonderful panel of three smart people at General Mills last week as part of the Social Media Breakfast-Minneapolis/St. But, it was interesting to hear their answers to those questions first-hand at the SMB event along with the sold-out audience. Paul series. Photo credit: Debbie Friez.

Corporate 104

Corporate SMB Banking Employee 104

Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 14, 2014

In this guest post for Jay Baer ‘s Convince and Convert, Greg Hickman explores why major brands and SMB’s can benefit from this affordable marketing strategy. Why: How are B2B brands achieving results with content marketing? How Your Organization’s CEO Can Use Social Media for Thought Leadership.

SMB 77

SMB Case Study Social Media Nonprofit 77

Communications Conversations

JULY 10, 2018

Today, I wanted to take a stab at sharing a list of “social media power brokers” in the Twin Cities. After all, I’ve been working in the social media marketing field for almost as long as that discipline has been around (almost 10 years now; 20+ years in the marketing/comms industry). No magical formula.

Social Media 24

Social Media Media SMB Tourism 24

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

They enable consumer brand marketers to connect with influencers who have large followings on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, in a straightforward transactional manner. The tool and pricing are also clearly aimed at the enterprise level, not generally practical for small to midsized SMB vendors. PR has a bigger role in content. “I

Marketing 187

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 187

Garrett Public Relations

DECEMBER 3, 2020

As we prepare to enter a new year, we all wonder what lies ahead. 2020 was anything but predictable. But what can we learn and apply to our digital marketing and communications strategies in 2021? I asked 21 influencers to share their thoughts on this question: What one piece of marketing advice would you offer […].

Marketing 208

Marketing Strategy Communications Publicity 208

Garrett Public Relations

JANUARY 22, 2022

Making plans for marketing initiatives is always a work in progress. What should you focus on in the coming months? Uncertainty ruled last year, but now, we have a better idea of how things may look as we continue to get our footing in this new environment created by the pandemic. So, what trends should […].

Trends 158

Trends Marketing Publicity Small Business 158

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Lastly, promote your content through social media and reputable platforms to increase its reach and visibility, ultimately driving organic traffic and search engine rankings.” — Abhishek Shah, Founder, Testlify Create high-quality, engaging content Search engines prioritize high-quality, informative, and engaging content.

Engineering 99

Engineering Writing Mobile SEO 99

Communications Conversations

MAY 3, 2017

She’s currently in a social role over at Boston Scientific, but I think the comms/marketing world has much more in store for this young woman. Let’s hear more from this PR Rock Star: You’re a senior communications specialist-social media for Boston Scientific. take action as needed. Content work.

Healthcare 114

Healthcare SMB Social Media Meeting 114

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 15, 2020

In our brand new report, we set out to highlight tactics that could help your brand thrive. Interactive Tools Give Brands a Creative Edge—and Empower Buyers. “It’s We expect brands to test the waters with more tools in the near future. And it’s no longer a channel that brands can ignore.

B2B 130

B2B Trends Video Course 130

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 15, 2021

In our brand new report, we set out to highlight tactics that could help your brand thrive. Interactive Tools Give Brands a Creative Edge—and Empower Buyers. We expect brands to test the waters with more tools in the near future. And it’s no longer a channel that brands can ignore.

B2B 57

B2B Content Marketing Trends Marketing 57