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Statistics on Interactive Content [infographic]

As a marketer, it’s hard not to cringe when you see a terrible ad or any content go out by a business that simply isn’t doing them any favors. In some cases, they are hurting themselves, but most of the time, they have simply wasted time and money. Your marketing content should scream your brand standards, have a clear message/sell, and a clear call-to-action for your audience to take. It should be succinct and lead consumers easily to the point of sale. Some of the most effective content marketing is an interactive style. This can involve things like contests on social media or helpful tools you make readily available to anyone that helps them in their research before making a purchase. Things like this make your company approachable and encourage interaction which is never a bad thing. Check out these stats on just how effective interactive marketing actually is.

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By Justin Farrell|2023-04-12T19:40:48+00:00May 16th, 2023|

7 Creative Trends to Follow [infographic]

Creative design is always morphing as the years progress, world events occur to abruptly shift perspectives, and audiences continue to evolve with their own unique interests and values. Those who work in the digital creative space tend to have an especially keen sense of these changing moods and have the skill to capture the abstract whims and desires people gravitate toward. In 2023, we are seeing an overwhelming shift into the fantastical, into otherness, but there is also a keen desire emerging for groundedness and of feeling connected to the world and planet around us. With this in mind, check out the 7 creative design trends to follow that are capturing the mood of marketing in 2023.

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By Justin Farrell|2023-04-12T15:37:44+00:00April 18th, 2023|

The State of Influencer Marketing [infographic]

Are you familiar with marketing influencers? Whether or not you currently use them as part of your marketing plan, they are becoming a large conversation topic in the marketing world. Marketing influencers are personalities you see on social media, mainly Instagram, Twitter, Youtube, and Facebook, who produce content such as product reviews, tutorials, or entertainment-based content. They share their experiences with various brands, lines of products, and/or general experiences accumulating massive amounts of followers who view this content which can be a goldmine for marketers taking much of the work of finding a captive audience to run ads to out of it, but it comes with a few drawbacks. Take a look at the graphic below to check out the current state of influencer marketing.

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By Justin Farrell|2023-03-20T19:21:47+00:00March 21st, 2023|

Key Components to Digital Marketing in 2023 [infographic]

There are several key components to include when discussing your digital marketing strategy. Social media may be the most obvious, but make sure you are using it effectively. You don’t need to be on every platform, just the one(s) that reach your target audience. If you would like to see some practical dos and don’t of social media, check out last week’s blog https://jtfarrell.com/24-social-media-dos-and-donts-infographic/.

Making sure your SEO is up to snuff is of huge importance as most users never make it beyond the first page of results. It is essential to be sure your SEO is as good as it can be. If users don’t know you exist, obviously you can forget about conversion. Email marketing is another important digital marketing channel that still has a good return if done well. Check out this blog to learn the tried and true basics of successful email marketing. https://jtfarrell.com/email-marketing-101-infographic/.

Lastly is SMS or mobile text marketing. More and more consumers are opting in for this type of communication. After all, people have access to their phones almost 100% of their day, so why not take advantage of that? Just be sure you are in compliance with the current regulations. To learn more, check out the infographic below to learn the key components to digital marketing in 2023.

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By Justin Farrell|2023-03-13T17:41:34+00:00March 14th, 2023|

12 Epic Christmas Promotion Ideas [infographic]

We are in the last month of 2023. Can you believe it? December is here and the holiday busyness is in full swing. While you’re running around buying presents, making Christmas cookies, and planning for family get-togethers, you may feel like you’ve run out of time to take advantage of the holiday hullabaloo for your business. Don’t worry! There are still plenty of ways you can give your business a little extra push for the end of the year. Take a look at these 12 epic Christmas promotion ideas to add a little extra oomph to your holiday marketing strategy.

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By Justin Farrell|2022-11-22T16:58:24+00:00December 13th, 2022|

Last Minute Christmas Marketing Checklist [infographic]

Well, it’s official. The Christmas season is finally here in full strength. The turkey and the pumpkin pie leftovers have been eaten and peppermint has taken over. With December only a couple of days away, it is a good idea to check over your business marketing to make sure you are ready for the upcoming holiday. Take a look at the last minute Christmas marketing checklist below to make sure your business is on the Nice List for Santa this year. Little details can make a big difference in your customer engagement which can make a big difference for your end-of-year sales.

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By Justin Farrell|2022-11-22T16:21:01+00:00November 29th, 2022|

Common Content Marketing Mistakes[infographic]

Every piece of marketing begins and ends with content. I cannot stress enough how important it is to spend your time and resources to produce good content. If your content is terrible or built for the entirely wrong audience your ad spend is focused on, you have completely wasted your time, energy, and resources. Hear me. You must get this part of the process right if you want anything downstream to succeed.

Maybe you’re not sure how your content rates. If you do your marketing in-house, please get a professional opinion. This doesn’t always have to cost a lot of money. Take advantage of your network. It can be as simple as buying that professional marketing friend of a friend lunch to pick their brain and show them a few of your pieces. It is imperative that you are actively auditing your content and more importantly, correctly serving the proper marketing content to the proper audience on the proper platform. Here are a few simple steps you can take to be sure you avoid common content marketing mistakes.

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By Justin Farrell|2022-08-22T20:40:15+00:00August 23rd, 2022|

Smart Marketing Tips and Tricks[infographic]

Smart marketing tips and tricks can save a small business’s life. You don’t have to be a millionaire to do it well, you just need to make sure that whatever you can do is the best that you can make it. Remember that Arthur Ashe quote?

“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.”

Don’t focus on everything you can’t do. Focus on what you can do. Not everyone has a big marketing budget, so here are some smart marketing tips and tricks to make the most out of what you have.

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By Justin Farrell|2022-08-15T20:15:02+00:00August 16th, 2022|

Marketing Yourself vs. Marketing Agency

As a small business owner, you may often find yourself debating the subject of marketing yourself vs. using a marketing agency. In order to hire an agency, you must be willing to set aside some budget for them to work with. Nothing is more frustrating for you or the agency than to, after a series of meetings, come to the conclusion that they are being asked to get paid for their work and results and you are not willing to pay it.

A few thousand dollars a month can do you a world of good when taking advantage of an agency’s expertise, but that budget line can sting when you’ve never committed those kinds of funds to your marketing before. You could continue to make use of that college intern for practically no dollars, but are you really getting anything out of it? Are the marketing tactics you are currently utilizing on your own still the best tactics in today’s ever changing world? Consider the points below to see if marketing yourself vs us a marketing agency still makes sense for your business.

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By Justin Farrell|2022-08-08T18:13:50+00:00August 9th, 2022|

LinkedIn Profile To Generate Leads[infographic]

Some people and companies have not come to the understanding that they can use a LinkedIn profile to generate leads. LinkedIn isn’t just a social platform. It is a tool. If you manage to craft your profile and content correctly, LinkedIn can be a powerful sales tool, but you have to do it right. With over 575 million profiles on the platform, you want to be sure you stand out – in the right ways. This can be done by following a few simple rules. Be clear and concise. Make others aware of what you can do for them. What value props can you provide? Don’t use 7 words when 3 will do. State your abilities succinctly and humbly and don’t babble on and on. Short and sweet as they say. You want people to be able to glance at your profile, quickly comprehend who you are, who you work for, and what you can do. Be professional. This is the first impression you make, so don’t be too casual about it. Take a look at the graphic below to get your LinkedIn profile to generate leads and boost your sales and network numbers.

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By Justin Farrell|2022-07-18T12:55:33+00:00July 19th, 2022|

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