As a PR professional today, digital accessibility is not just a technical requirement; it's a strategic asset that can significantly enhance your toolkit. By ensuring your digital content is accessible, you not only comply with various legal standards but also open...
New research finds brands are struggling to deliver video-rich experiences at scale
Virtually every brand and business out there knows that video marketing is critical today, and they’re getting off to a good start—but new research from video technology platform Cloudinary reveals that it’s post-production challenges that are causing problems, and...
On the road to marketing ROI: New Nielsen research takes the industry pulse on budget allocations, KPIs, martech, and proving ROI
Comms pros have never been under more pressure to prove the value of their strategies and initiatives, and as a result, to improve their approach. The obvious million-dollar question is how exactly can marketers do this? New research from audience measurement, data...
Communication breakdown: Small businesses struggling to market effectively due to low confidence, limited time, and lack of knowledge
No matter the size of your business, well planned and executed marketing is critical to success, which we all can agree on. But another industry truth is that marketing strategy isn’t straightforward and requires consistent shifts and pivots as the market fluctuates....
What’s a reasonable cost per click for social media ads? Insights here
Cost per click, or CPC, is the term used for social media campaigns to measure the cost of every click and impression on the ad. When a user clicks on an ad, one click is added automatically. Advertisers pay a certain amount of money to webmasters due to clicks. But...
Video marketing trends: New research analyzes industry statistics, offers key strategic insights, and serves up predictions for 2024 and beyond:
Have you heard? Video is the most popular consumer medium, and that goes double for marketing and communications. New research from video editing platform Filmora explores the top video marketing trends that are shaping the industry today—emphasizing the need for...
4 ways to leverage user research for sustainable marketing success
Ancient Romans preferred a loss that occurred due to following rules to a victory where one bent or broke the rules. Why? Because in the long run, having/knowing the rules will give you the most consistency and provide the best net-positive results. How did this serve...
5 ways AI can help small businesses save significant money
Small businesses aren’t moving as fast as enterprises when it comes to integrating AI, perhaps feeling like the benefits are more designed for larger-scale operations. Plus, these leaders find it harder to find the time to work in their AI acumen—only 29 percent of...
How to automate your ecommerce business: A comprehensive guide
Did you know that automating your ecommerce business can increase productivity by up to 80 percent? It allows you to streamline operations, boost efficiency, and scale your online store like never before. From inventory management to customer service, mastering...
Podcast listeners pay more attention to ads than other media consumers
Unless they’re watching the Super Bowl, a great many viewers and listeners tend to tune out ad messages on TV, radio and other media with audio—and increasingly so in this age of hyper-skeptical consumers. But new research from digital audio industry resource Sounds...
Semantic search vs. keyword search: Which is better for your SEO?
Wondering about the relative merits of semantic search vs keyword search? When it comes to optimizing your SEO strategy, it’s vital to be aware of how these two processes work. Understanding how search engines negotiate today’s online environment is the key to...
The power of personalization: How to tailor lead generation campaigns
In today's digital age, personalization has become a critical component of successful marketing strategies. This is especially true when it comes to lead generation campaigns. Generic, one-size-fits-all approaches are no longer effective in capturing the attention and...