Like many businesses, I depend on web forms on my website to collect visitor information and to give them an easy way to contact me. They are an invaluable part of my lead generation strategy. You probably know what a web form is and roughly what it looks like, but do you really know what … Read more
TikTok has exploded onto the scene, becoming more than just a social media platform—it’s a cultural phenomenon. Yet, as organic reach becomes more elusive, brands are looking to TikTok branded content as a way to truly connect with their audience. This guide will show you everything you need to know about TikTok branded content. It’ll … Read more
I remember exactly where I was when I stumbled upon the concept of cornerstone content for the first time. It was a fresh winter’s morning in late December, and the sunshine glistened over the frosted ground … Okay, I kid, I kid. So, the cornerstone content model isn’t exactly ‘Moon Landing’ material. But, it did … Read more
In the first few years of business, small companies come up against many different problems. And – you’ve probably guessed it – some are harder than others to overcome. According to Shopify, the average annual business rate of business failure from 2019 to 2023 (for companies started only half a decade ago) is a scarily … Read more
Here’s a startling reality: while 88% of marketers believe AI and automation are essential for meeting customer expectations, they’re only using about 56% of the tools they buy. This disconnect raises important questions: Are marketers investing in the wrong tools, or are they simply not harnessing their full potential? I spoke to several marketing experts … Read more
Whether we realize it or not, we’re surrounded by integrated media planning. For example, a few months ago, I was driving to the airport and saw a billboard for Kim Kardashian’s company, SKIMS. A week later, I saw ads on Instagram and a SKIMS segment on “Keeping Up with the Kardashians.” I had one of … Read more
![Top B2B Video Marketing Trends to Inform Your Video Marketing Strategy [+ Data & Expert Insight]](https://nicheplrnewsletter.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/video-marketing-b2b-1-20241223-8277275.webp.webp "Top B2B Video Marketing Trends to Inform Your Video Marketing")
With 91% of businesses leveraging video and consumers preferring video over all other forms of content, you can’t afford to miss out. While we all know lots of video marketing is used in the B2C space, it can be equally effective in the B2B space if properly leveraged for your target audience. So what strategies, … Read more
Over at Masters in Marketing, Caroline, Laura, and I have interviewed some very bright minds from some very bold brands. We’re talking Liquid Death, New Balance, Oatly. But we got to wondering: What happens when noted marketing masters get to ask each other the questions? What do the innovators want to know from each other? … Read more
Understanding your competitors is essential if you want to stay ahead. This means getting a nuanced perspective of their strengths and weaknesses—and understanding how your target audience perceives them. Competitive market research is the key to achieving this. It helps you better understand your top competitors and monitor market trends to refine your strategy based … Read more
Welcome to Creator Columns, where we bring expert HubSpot Creator voices to the Blogs that inspire and help you grow better. In his book The Coming Wave, Mustafa Suleyman predicts that AI will be able to successfully build a business in a few years. You would just need to write a prompt like, “Go make … Read more
As a content professional with almost a decade in the game, I have been a part of several content marketing teams and projects. While each project came with its own objectives and obstacles, one thing remained constant: a consistent underestimation of what a content marketing team achieves for the organization at large. The natural assumption … Read more
I went to a psychic when I was 22. She told me I was “about to take a long journey across the Atlantic.” While the prophecy sounded oddly sinister (would I be alive during this traverse?), it turned out to be true: Shortly after, I decided to teach English in Thailand. While none of these … Read more
Welcome to Creator Columns, where we bring expert HubSpot Creator voices to the Blogs that inspire and help you grow better. Stories have a unique ability to capture our attention, change our perspective, and inspire action. We intuitively know this, but there’s actually research that backs this up. The better the story, the more influence … Read more
Over the past five years, I’ve been creating content for some of the most successful content-first brands. And if there’s one thing that all their content marketing strategies have in common, it is a solid content gap analysis. Think about it. Every time you look up a topic, you will find hundreds of blogs that … Read more
Shortly after news spread that Google was pushing back the release of its long awaited AI model called Gemini, Google announced its launch. As part of the release, they published a demo showcasing impressive – downright unbelievable – capabilities from Gemini. Well, you know what they say about things being too good to be true. … Read more
I’ve tried and tried, but I can’t crack the TikTok algorithm. Friends and peers regularly ask for advice on how to get eyes and engagement there, and I hate to admit it, but I’ve got nothing. Thankfully, TikTok ads are here to bypass the unknowns and reach your audiences, and the best TikTok ads have … Read more
![40 Zoom Backgrounds For Memorable Meetings [+ Holidays, Parties & More]](https://nicheplrnewsletter.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/holiday-zoom-backgrounds-1-20241216-1885425.webp.webp "40 Zoom Backgrounds For Memorable Meetings [+ Holidays, Parties &")
Zoom backgrounds have been my lifesaver since I started scheduling remote meetings. With these backgrounds, my video stays on, and I don’t have to worry if my living room is a mess. My Zoom background has become as essential as my outfit, setting the tone and vibe for every call. Just like dressing to match … Read more
As a marketer and pop-culture fanatic, I am fascinated by celebrity marketing. I love seeing a new ad or social media campaign featuring the biggest pop stars and actors and observing how their brand aligns (or doesn’t) with the company they endorse. If you‘re a small or upcoming brand, you may think celebrity marketing isn’t … Read more
