I know I’m in the minority, but the second September hits, I want to break out the Christmas tree, play “Jingle Bells,” and cover everything in baubles and tinsel. But one of the more accepted signs that the festive season is officially upon us is when holiday marketing campaigns start jingling, ringing and ho-ho-ho-ing into … Read more
As the number one professional network, LinkedIn is the best place to reach a B2B audience. The platform has millions of industry practitioners and key decision-makers in its network, and running impactful and targeted LinkedIn ads can get your products and services in front of the right audience. Organic content may be at the heart … Read more
During its annual Google Marketing Live event for advertisers, Google announced upgrades to its AI measurement tools, making access easier for small brands. These updates were shared ahead of time with Search Engine Journal during an exclusive preview event, which showcase Google’s continued investment in providing advertisers of all sizes better visibility into performance, incrementality, … Read more
Growth is the mandate for brands each year. One way to grow? Create offerings that appeal to a wider group of people. That’s where inclusive marketing comes in. Inclusive marketing is all about acknowledging the many ways people are different. Brands that do inclusive marketing well authentically infuse the identities they’ve chosen to serve throughout … Read more
Listen NEW! Listen to article Sign in or sign up to access this audio feature! No worries … it’s FREE! My career didn’t begin in marketing. It began in tech. A decade in, though, a series of technical project and product management roles led me to a pivotal moment. I began working for a VP … Read more
Reddit is inherently simple — think old-school internet forums. And despite — or perhaps because of — that simplicity, it can be overwhelming. I can’t tell you how many rabbit holes I’ve found myself surfing down, only to realize I’ve lost a ton of time or that I’m not doing what I set out to … Read more
SEO is dead, long live SEO! That’s how it feels, at least, as both AI-powered search and user-generated content take hold in our digital lives. Today’s master in marketing knows a thing or two about user-generated content and how brands can make it work for them. (And read to the end to find out whether … Read more
Cookie-scented body wash flew off the shelves. Shaken espressos made a comeback (as long as they’re associated with short ‘n sweet blondes), and, oddly, interactive guerrilla marketing caught a second wind (or whiff?). I think it’s safe to say that 2025, thus far, has been a chaotically charming year to be both a marketer and, … Read more
Welcome to Creator Columns, where we bring expert HubSpot Creator voices to the Blogs that inspire and help you grow better. Brands have engaged in inclusive marketing for decades, but it is only in recent years that the practice has become more widespread. As an inclusive marketing strategist and consultant, I’ve spent the last eight … Read more
Listen NEW! Listen to article Sign in or sign up to access this audio feature! No worries … it’s FREE! B2B marketers face growing pressure to deliver results at every stage of the buyer’s journey. The convergence of advertising technology (adtech) and marketing technology (martech) is key to moving prospects from awareness to revenue. AI … Read more
The world of hiring and managing remote marketing teams is still changing. You would think that every kink in this process was resolved in 2020, but technology and workers continually evolve. This forces managers to continually update their process for finding and retaining the best marketing talent. I’ve been a remote digital marketer for years … Read more
Social media marketing is a lot of work. It’s a fast-paced industry that quickly evolves by the time you learn a new skill, trend, or platform update. Whether you’re a marketer, a content creator, or a business owner, understanding social media involves a range of skills that require you to always be learning. To hone … Read more
Reddit’s first-quarter 2025 earnings report shows strong growth in traffic and user engagement, particularly among logged-out users. Although the announcement and shareholder letter did not mention search engines or the temporary decrease in traffic in February, the increase in logged-out traffic suggests year-over-year growth from external referrals from search engines and social media. The shareholder … Read more
I love the Back to the Future series, especially Part II where we see “the future.” Of course, the most famous part of our promised 2015 was the Mattel Hoverboard. A decade later, and I’m still waiting to glide down the sidewalk on my hoverboard. The pattern of excitement, overpromising, and then reality isn’t relegated … Read more
You and I both know it: there’s no secret to a successful social media campaign. Instead, there’s just strategy; nowadays, posting won’t cut it — and social media marketers are feeling the pressure more than ever. Tons of moving parts constitute a high-performing, truly modern social strategy. According to HubSpot’s 2025 Social Media Trends Report, … Read more
If you’ve ever tried to put together an email marketing plan, you might have wanted to pull your hair out at least once or twice. Maybe you didn’t have enough time to properly segment your lists, so you knew your clickthrough rate was gonna totally suck. Or you were planning several email campaigns at once, … Read more
Influencer marketing has solidified its position as a strategic pillar for brands seeking meaningful audience connection and measurable impact. But managing the intricate web of partnerships, content and data demands more than manual effort. For marketers seeking to optimize and scale their influencer programs, the right influencer marketing platform isn’t just a convenience–it’s a competitive … Read more
Effective onboarding of digital marketing talent is key to setting the foundations for a positive employee experience. It’s also vital for accelerating productivity, boosting employee retention, and cultivating a positive company culture. When done right, it leads to more engaged and profitable staff in the long run. Solid and thorough inductions also help new employees … Read more
