In the world of SEO, URL parameters pose a significant problem. While developers and data analysts may appreciate their utility, these query strings are an SEO headache. Countless parameter combinations can split a single user intent across thousands of URL variations. This can cause complications for crawling, indexing, visibility and, ultimately, lead to lower traffic. … Read more
The most frustrating part of email marketing? Putting weeks of planning and effort into an email campaign…only to have it fail to deliver. When we asked email marketers their key priorities for our annual State of Email Survey, monitoring their deliverability rates hit the top five. Every time you press send, your email goes through … Read more
When starting a business, most entrepreneurs will focus almost all their efforts on sales, and for good reason. After all, without a sufficient amount of sales, brands will struggle to get their business off the ground and profitable. But when looking at a longer-term picture, building a community is absolutely crucial for repeat sales, loyal … Read more
If you’ve been managing your own Google Ads campaigns, you’ve probably realized how time-consuming and tricky it can be to get your bidding strategy just right. Google Ads Smart Bidding aims to take that stress off your plate by using AI-driven strategies to automatically adjust your bids in real-time. In this article, I’ll explain what … Read more
If your business isn’t building quality backlinks, you’re not increasing prominence. If you’re not increasing prominence, you’re missing one of the fundamental criteria to rank higher in the search engine results pages (SERPs). As Google shares, prominence is based on “information that Google has about a business, from across the web, like links, articles, and … Read more
Trying to prove to new customers that your startup project is authentic can be trickier than you might think. After all, with so many scam websites and brands out there, customers are much more wary of new brands than they would be otherwise. But if you are able to garner brand authenticity, it can have … Read more
Welcome to Creator Columns, where we bring expert HubSpot Creator voices to the Blogs that inspire and help you grow better. When I lived in Argentina, I didn’t miss out on seeing any of the movies I wanted to see in the theaters. All the shows I wanted to see were playing to packed audiences … Read more
Having social proof has never been so powerful for startups. In a world where many aspects of businesses can take the shape of “fake it until you make it”, customer reviews are one of the only things that stand between failure and success. Here, we will look at five of the best ways you can … Read more
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When you already have a well-established business and need a business plan, it’s usually not difficult because you know everything inside out. But when you’re a startup and need to create your first detailed business plan, it’s a challenge. A serious challenge. Been there — done that. My first business plan was, to put it … Read more
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Creating a project timeline where everyone involved knows what they‘re working on (and when it’s due) can help ward off project creep and nail those important deadlines. It’s essential for keeping projects — and the people completing them — on track. As a caretaker, I have project timelines running invisibly in my mind at all … Read more
Earlier this year, Google introduced new AI features into its Google Ads platform to help streamline work for many advertisers. One of those new features comes in the form of AI video enhancements. This is no surprise since video makes up over 65% of all internet traffic. Read on to learn more about the AI … Read more
How many episodes of Shark Tank have you watched where the contestants are faced with the questions, “But what’s your USP?”, “Why should I choose your brand?” Their answer will normally begin with a story. The origin story normally pulls at The Shark’s heartstrings, makes them reflect on their values, needs and desires or makes … Read more
Welcome to Trends, a weekly newsletter with the zestiest business trends and actionable insights for entrepreneurs. Summary Great Margins: Newsletters are a simple yet profitable business (e.g., Ben Thompson’s Stratechery is estimated to gross between $6-7m.) Ads or Subs: Core newsletter business models include ad-supported (The Skimm, Morning Brew) and subscription-based (Stratechery, 2PM) Newsletter Media … Read more
The newest crossover between Marvel and Fortnite seems to be never-ending with more and more additions being brought into the game. We’ve seen Black Cat, Mk 45 Iron Man, and other skins being introduced but this time, it’s Ghost Rider’s turn. Instead of the usual spelling, this one is called Ghost Ri-Durrr and here, we’ll … Read more
AI is better at guessing at scale than humans — but how do you integrate it into your growth marketing plan while maintaining a personal touch? As businesses grow, marketing teams often find themselves caught in a balancing act: scaling their efforts to reach more customers, while still trying to maintain the campaign personalization strategies … Read more
Creating a brand tone of voice isn’t as easy as putting pen to paper. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a small business owner or a copywriter, nailing your brand’s tone of voice is imperative if you want your target audience to trust you and engage with your messaging. If you get the tone wrong, your audience … Read more
This is the guide for you if you’re creating a request for a proposal (RFP) for the first time or if you want to improve your RFP process. In this article, I’m diving into the specifics of what an RFP is, why you might need one, when to issue an RFP, and how to create … Read more
Do you ever get the feeling people are talking about you? If so, then you’re probably right. The thing is, not everyone who has a problem with you will say it to your face. These days, consumers are quick to say what they think about your brand, and they’re likely to say it on social … Read more
