Whether you’re crafting a new content campaign, launching a YouTube series, or revamping your social strategy, leadership will inevitably ask: “How will this impact our company’s bottom line?” Answering this question isn’t always straightforward. That’s why I always make sure to identify my key performance indicators (KPIs) before seeking executive buy-in. KPIs not only help … Read more
It’s not enough to make content. You have to make sure what you make is performing well. That’s where content audits come in. As a content marketer, I rely on content audits to keep track of how content is performing, understand what needs improvement, and use analytics to inform future campaigns. In this post, I’ll … Read more
Each week, Laura, Caroline, and I get to sit and chat with some of today’s most innovative marketing masters. We’ve run down the rabbit hole with folks from Spotify, Liquid Death, Oatly, New Balance, Zapier, Hootsuite, the Brooklyn Nets, and even the makers of Chicago’s most beloved tirefire-flavored liquor. If you could smoosh all 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
![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
By mid-December, my Instagram feed is overflowing with my friends’ Spotify Wrapped playlists. So I started my festive, timely conversation with Spotify’s Head of Global Business Marketing, Grace Kao, with an easy one: What’s on her Spotify Wrapped? “I definitely channel my 12-year-old daughter right now,” she told me. “So female power singers: Chappell Roan, … Read more
It’s officially the holiday season. If 70% of your workforce is remote, like we are at HubSpot, that means it’s time to come up with a few virtual holiday party ideas for your team. Let’s face it — traditional in-person holiday parties were arguably easier to plan. Just order some festive food and drinks to … Read more
![The Content Marketer's Guide to Thought Leadership [+ Inspiring Examples & Expert Tips]](https://nicheplrnewsletter.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/216_Thought-Leadership.webp.webp "The Content Marketer's Guide to Thought Leadership [+ Inspiring Examples")
I think most people in marketing aim to become thought leaders one day. You show that you know your stuff and can teach and inspire others. But that kind of status comes with experience, hard work, and a genuine desire to grow. You need to share your knowledge consistently, prove you’re an expert (not just … Read more
Newsletters are having a moment. My inbox is near saturation point, and I still keep discovering more newsletters I want to subscribe to. Based on a survey of 500+ newsletter operators and a handful of interviews with experts, I am sure of at least one thing: Newsletters aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. If you want … Read more
![How B2C Companies Leverage AI Marketing [Examples & Tips]](https://nicheplrnewsletter.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ai-for-b2c-marketing-1-20241201-5752986.webp.webp "How B2C Companies Leverage AI Marketing [Examples & Tips]")
Want to know what‘s really working in AI marketing right now? I’ve been tracking the real impact of AI across different B2C companies, and the results have blown me away. Competera’s real-time pricing helps retailers recover an average of 6% in gross profit. Jasper AI, on the other hand, cut content creation time by 40% … Read more
If you’re like me, you only open a small fraction of the (dozens? hundreds?) email newsletters you’ve subscribed to. So I set out to find what those really good newsletters, the ones you open on the regular, have in common. Email newsletters have been floating around in the zeitgeist for some time now, especially as … Read more
You know how I know I’m in the right field? While most people are excited about holiday decorations, foods, music, parties, and deals this time of year, I’m excited about — holiday marketing. Holiday campaigns are arguably your brand’s biggest chance of the year to get creative and connect with your audience on a … Read more
![12 Web Design Best Practices & Guidelines for Usability in 2025 [+ Expert Tips]](https://nicheplrnewsletter.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/website-design-1-20241121-4075840.webp.webp "12 Web Design Best Practices & Guidelines for Usability in")
I used to be a content writer for a small web design agency, and my first piece was about website design best practices. I remember my manager going through it and telling me, “All good, but web design isn’t just about making things look good.” Back then, I was young and fresh, and honestly, that … Read more
![Getting Your Scope of Work Right — the Complete Guide [+ Templates & Examples]](https://nicheplrnewsletter.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/image1-Nov-15-2024-08-13-06-4149-PM.png "Getting Your Scope of Work Right — the Complete Guide")
As a freelance writer, I’m always receiving and reviewing scope of work documents. These digital documents help me maintain clarity, so I know who’s responsible for what and when tasks are due. Many projects derail because expectations aren’t clearly set from the start. Deadlines get missed, budgets spiral out of control, and no one seems … Read more
![Need to Write a Job Offer Letter? I’ve Got You Covered [+ Free Template & Examples]](https://nicheplrnewsletter.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Offer-letter-1-20241115-4557732.webp.webp "Need to Write a Job Offer Letter? I’ve Got You")
You’ve just wrapped up all those interviews, and now you’ve found the perfect candidate. Next up? Offering them the job. But there’s one last thing standing in your way — writing the job offer letter. I know how tricky it can feel. You want it to hit the right tone. But, between the legal speak … Read more
If you’re just getting started with local SEO, this Google My Business guide is the perfect spot to kick things off. Even though GMB looks simple and pretty intuitive, there are a lot of things to pay attention to. You’ll really benefit from it only if your listing is set up right. Remember — when … Read more
Coming up with effective lead generation ideas is tough — and I’m the world’s worst at putting off this aspect of my marketing strategy. Sending cold emails and scraping together lists for lead generation can be difficult because — let‘s face it — often, people don’t want to take the time out of their schedules … Read more
The evolution of Instagram has been action-packed. One day, we’re trying to find the perfect filter for a square-cropped photo of a cup of tea; the next, we’re exploring how to get approved for Instagram Shopping. At least, that’s how this marketer’s story arc went. The platform has gone from a simple feed of blurry … Read more
