It’s never easy to be in marketing communications, but there are some particularly nightmare-inducing issues on the table these days. The unrelenting demands to prove ROI and drive profits, combined with capricious consumer values and an erratic economy, have created...
The new brand event landscape: Accessible, diverse and sustainable
Six in 10 (59 percent) of more than a thousand event professionals in a new survey believe that accessibility, diversity and sustainability are crucial aspects of the events they choose to attend—a particularly significant statement as it indicates a shift in the...
SMBs facing CX challenges as consumers now expect fast resolutions, multiple communications channels
Big brands and enterprises aren't the only ones facing the CX ultimatum—new research from digital transformation-focused cloud communications firm Vonage finds that small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are also under new pressures to deliver on the customer...
How real-time reporting can build the bridge between communications agencies and clients
Client expectations have skyrocketed for communications agencies—and for good reason. Seventy-seven percent of chief marketing officers feel pressure to demonstrate that their campaigns are delivering improved return on investment. Marketers demand transparency about...
How to create a demand-generation marketing plan that prioritizes customers
Creating awareness about your next big launch, roll-out, or drop is an exciting, albeit stressful time. But when you aim to design a demand-generation marketing plan that focuses on people who have already purchased from you, the work isn’t just easier, it’s more...
Would a licensing deal be good for your brand? Benefits, drawbacks, and examples here.
A licensing deal is an agreement between a brand and a licensee that allows the licensee to use the brand's intellectual property to produce and sell products or services. This can include trademarks, logos, designs, and other intellectual property. In exchange for...
B2B sellers agree the lead is not dead—it’s just not enough
The sales lead has long been a cornerstone of business success, but has it lost its power in the modern age of data-driven lead generation? New research from account-based marketing platform RollWorks reveals what's really needed when it comes to B2B revenue...
5 benefits of investing in pay-per-click when marketing online
Are you looking to launch a new product for your website or business but need help getting the clicks and sales for it to be a success? Have you ever considered investing in pay-per-click marketing? Pay-per-click (PPC) marketing is a type of online advertising where...
How to use online analytics in marketing to increase customer engagement and interest
Do you want to increase customer engagement, sales, and brand loyalty? Everyone knows that the modern marketing landscape is constantly evolving, and the opportunities for growth are enormous. Using online analytics can be an invaluable tool for any marketer to...
How to use marketing to promote your business’s global expansion
Marketing is clearly a key component that directly affects the overall success of a company, and can substantially improve performance, increase revenue, and broaden exposure across multiple areas of business. Whether big or small, marketing campaigns determine the...
6 tips for using personalization to make prospects feel connected to your business
Marketing personalization changes everything—from the offers you present to the way you communicate with your prospects, personalization is a complete mental reframe. And in 2023 and beyond, personalization is key to establishing a strong brand identity. With a...
Sales and marketing leaders need better collaboration—here’s what to do
The digital buyer is evolving at an exponential rate, and most sales and marketing organizations haven’t been able to pivot fast enough to keep up—and they risk falling short of their revenue mandate. New research from the CMO Council reveals that more than 70 percent...












