Blog | Marketing Simplified - Part 30

The Art of Brand Naming

30 Nov 2016

"A rose by any other name would still smell as sweet," is perhaps one of the most famous lines written by William Shakespeare. In it, he writes that a name is just a name, but names have great power according to modern psychology. Indeed, they can make or break a brand or product. Good names ... Read More about The Art of Brand Naming

How Hidden Designs Can Boost Brand Engagement

8 Nov 2016

Remember when quarters started showing up in your pockets commemorating our 50 states? Did you all of a sudden look twice at your coins? A lot of folks did-- profiting the federal government three billion dollars (so far) in coins that collectors have taken out of circulation. What little thing can ... Read More about How Hidden Designs Can Boost Brand Engagement

How you get the best bang for your buck with social media

3 Nov 2016

Roughly 78 percent of Americans have at least one social media profile and your business Facebook, Twitter or Instagram profile equates to free marketing if you handle it skillfully. But, it takes two to tango on social media. Your ability to reach customers on social media is closely tied to how ... Read More about How you get the best bang for your buck with social media

Improving your email open rate

1 Nov 2016

Ever wondered how your email open rate compares to others? Your email open rate will vary by the industry that you are in -- agricultural and food industries have an average open rate of 26.06% and the consulting industry has an average open rate of 18.78%. You should aim to have an open rate of ... Read More about Improving your email open rate

Dealing with Negativity on Social Media

13 Sep 2016

Someday, your business social media profiles might get negative comments from customers. The issue is thorny and many business owners panic -- no one likes negative press. But, as with any content, it always pays to listen. It is also important to read the post thoroughly and make sure that your ... Read More about Dealing with Negativity on Social Media

Rethinking AI: From Automation to Authentic Connection

December 13, 2024 By Vanessa Errecarte Leave a Comment

AI is everywhere, especially in marketing. But here’s the big question: are we using it to truly connect with people, or just automate the basics? I recently had the opportunity to share my thoughts about using AI for communicating with our ideal customers at the American Marketing Association’s EVOLVE event. Think about it—when was the … Read More about Rethinking AI: From Automation to Authentic Connection

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