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You have a company and your marketing tactics seem to be working moderately well, but you want more. You’re looking to increase your site’s web traffic and acquire more customers overall. Sound like you? Blogging could be the solution you’ve been looking for to take your business to the next level. Businesses that blog to take advantage of inbound marketing techniques acquire 60% more customers according to a Hubspot survey. Still not convinced? Here are six reasons why creating a business blog can make a company more successful.

Necessary? We can't say for sure because there's always "that one" situation. Suggested? Absolutely! It is no secret that video marketing is on the rise exponentially and taking over our content marketing platforms near and far. From social media networks and web pages to digital billboards and other displays, there has never been a time where video marketing has played such an impactful role in the way brands get messages to their audiences. YouTube is now the 2nd largest search engine in the world, next to Google. YouTube processes more than 3 billion searches a month and 100 hours of video are uploaded every minute (source). If your content marketing strategy does not include video, it's time to get filming, or if thats not your specialty, contact a CT Video Marketing Agency! Check out the infographic (source) below to see some more eye opening information regarding the impact that video marketing is playing in todays market.

Social media is undoubtedly one of the most powerful content marketing tools in the world that our brands currently exist in.  From crowdsourcing and campaigning to selling products and services, social media marketing allows you to reach people down the street or across the globe. Sure you can you get a "like", make someone laugh, and showoff your latest project, but with the right content strategy your social media channels can become a lead generating machine! How to get started? I'll be honest, unless you've got an incredible piece of viral content stored in your quiver, then social media success doesn't happen overnight. This is going to take some effort and consistency, but you can do it! To kick things off, check out these 4 steps for building an organic social media following.

How do I create a blog post? What do people actually want to read? Is it okay to "be myself" when writing? These are just a few of the many questions you may find yourself asking before creating a blog for your business or brand. Luckily, you're not crazy and you've come to the right place for some answers!

There's no question that it's a great idea to create a blog post for your business. 77% of Internet users read blogs (source) and 61% of U.S. online consumers have made a purchase based on recommendations from a blog (source). Whether you're selling a product, promoting a service or just sharing a piece of your mind, there's a great chance for your content to make an impact considering, 346 million people read blogs throughout the world (source).

Below you will find the "blogging food groups". These groups stress the importance of a well-balanced blog. From statistical and how-to content to amusing stories and light-hearted humor, be sure to consider this dosage of "portion control" to ensure that you create a blog post people will enjoy reading! 

                                                            

It's no secret that Instagram has been making tidal waves in the world of social media marketing.  In 2012, Facebook purchased the service for $1 billion. According to Instagram, the social platform has "more than 300 million daily active users and 500 million monthly users." If your business is not using the platform to grow your brand, you're certainly missing out on a massive marketplace. How do I post? What do people want to see? Can I share other users content? Continue reading to learn some simple Instagram marketing tips to improve your strategy. 

What is a content marketing strategy? The Content Marketing Instutide defines content marketing as a "strategic marketing approach focused on  creating and distributing valuable, relevant, and consistent content to attract and retain a clearly-defined audience — and, ultimately, to drive profitable customer action" (Source). While there is no exact set of guidelines for creating your brand's content marketing strategy, there are certain things that by including them into your strategy, you are setting yourself and coworkers up to create a more successful campaign. Continue reading to learn about 3 important steps to include in your next content marketing strategy.

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We are looking for an entry level, highly motivated individual to join our Content Creation Team! This new team member will produce high-quality content that contributes to the overall success of our clients. This role requires competent creative writing skills and attention to detail. Our ideal candidate possesses the ability to educate themselves on client’s products and services and then create optimized, engaging pieces of content to attract, educate, and drive leads from a target market. So, if you’re a team-spirited, skilled and imaginative writer with an eye for detail and a history of offering valuable insight, we’d like to meet you! Previous SEO/Social Media experience a plus, but not required.

Currently over 150 million users make Snapchat even larger than Twitter and this social media powerhouse is going nowhere fast. With over 2.5 billion Snaps passing through the app per day, it's safe to say that there is a world of opportunity for your brand behind these yellow doors. If you're wondering if you should use Snapchat for marketing, you've come to the right place! The team at WebpageFX  put together the infographic below which highlights a handful of Snapchat opportunities and tactics your brand can use to increase reach and heighten engagement. 

Who would've thought that the same mobile app that has countless people taking puppy face selfies would also be one of the most powerful branding tools available!? Using Snapchat for marketing allows you to try out several different ad variations. Snapchat offers 3 different types of ads: Sponsored Lenses, Snap Ads, and Sponsored Geofilters. Below, you will learn about the impressive growth of Snapchat, the trends of it's users, and read encouraging success stories. 

Finding and selecting a web designer suited to help you create a stunning web representation of your business can be a difficult and confusing process for many business owners. There's a variety of options and different factors to consider before deciding to work with a web design company. So what are the mistakes to avoid when hiring a web designer?

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software aims to help you maintain and improve your relationship with existing customers, connect with new prospects, and win back former clients.

CRM software helps with the collection, organization, and management of customer information. Whether your business venture is larger or small, you can use a CRM strategy to your advantage.

Continue reading to discover the benefits of using CRM for your business.