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Back to the Books: 5 marketing skills you should be learning right now
There are so many changes, new platforms, algorithm shifts, and consumer behaviour changes. To stay ahead of the curve and keep your marketing efforts fresh and effective you should always be adding to your knowledge. You don’t need to be an expert in everything, but it’s good to understand concepts and frameworks so you can build an impactful marketing strategy. So, dust off your learning hat, because it's time to hit the books (or, more likely, an online course platform)!
Here are 5 marketing skills you should be diving into right now
Pop Quiz: Are you making these 3 common marketing mistakes?
Marketing can feel challenging, from the changing of trends and customer habits, to evolving platforms, and more, it’s easy to fall into a habit and not adapt, or worse, not realize you’re making a mistake. This can be especially challenging if you don’t really have the marketing knowledge or tools to keep you on track.
In this blog, we’re going to break down 3 common marketing mistakes you might be making.
Key trends from summer: What to take forward
You may want to hold onto summer a little longer, but with fall slowly approaching, it’s important to start planning ahead so that you’re well prepared for one of, if not THE biggest shopping seasons of the year. Before you know it, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and the holidays will be here!
With that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the trends this summer and what you can take forward into the last quarter of the year.
Using data to refine your marketing strategy for the rest of the year
As we approach the month of August, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about the end of the year and what you can do to set yourself up for success.
Revamping your content strategy for better results
A great content-strategy isn’t just about creating content; it's about creating valuable, relevant, and consistent content that attracts and retains a clearly defined audience. Ultimately it should drive your audience to take action in some way.
Here is how to revamp and breathe new life into your content strategy!
How to keep your audience engaged over the summer
While many welcome the slower pace of summer days, for some businesses, this slower time may be a bit scary! So while people are vacationing, spending more time outside, and trying to make the most of summer, let’s talk about how you can keep your audience engaged over the summer!
Halfway there! A mid-year marketing check-up
Marketing isn't just about sales; it's about connection, community, and amplifying your unique voice. That's why the halfway mark of the year is the perfect time to review your marketing goals. It’s not too late to get it together and turn things around if you need to..
So, grab a bevvy, take a deep breath, and let's dive into some key questions for your mid-year marketing review.
School’s out: Summer marketing strategies for kid-focused brands
Here are some summer marketing strategies to help you connect with parents and families over the summer and keep customers coming back long after September rolls around.
Leveraging events and sponsorships for summer success
Many outdoor and community events get a lot of foot traffic and at times, cater to specific audiences, so it gives you the opportunity to not only reach your target audience, but to also connect with them in person and to reach new people. It’s also a great opportunity for your audience to test out your products and to learn more about your business.
Here are some tips for leveraging events and sponsorships for summer success.
Sizzle & Sell: 6 summer marketing ideas to boost sales & engagement
Sunshine, vacations, outdoor events, and relaxed schedules – it’s summer and we are sooooo ready for it! However, as we’ve mentioned in past, the warmer months can also mean distracted customers, changing routines, and different spending patterns. Throw in talks of a recession and it can feel a little overwhelming when it comes to business. It’s more important than ever to just lean into it. Lean into summer’s energy and adapt your marketing to meet your audience where they are. Remember, it’s always about your customer.
Here are 6 tips to help your marketing campaigns truly shine this summer.
How to incorporate influencers into your seasonal campaigns
As we transition into the summer season, it is the perfect time to start talking about seasonal campaigns.
Marketing lessons from iconic summer campaigns
Summer is less than a month away so today we are diving into some of the iconic summer campaigns from the past and what you can learn from them.
Exploring AI tools for marketing success
If you feel like AI is taking over the world, you're not alone. While it can feel intimidating, if you approach it strategically and realize you don’t have to use AI for EVERYHING, it can feel more manageable. AI can and should be used as one tool in your marketing tool box, and there are many different ways to integrate it into your overall marketing strategy.
Whether you're a solopreneur or running a full-fledged marketing department, here’s a breakdown of how AI tools can take your marketing to the next level.
How to Measure the Success of Your Campaigns
Marketing campaigns have many moving parts and one of the most important aspects is how you will measure the success of your campaign. Knowing how to measure the success of your campaign is important because it will help you determine if you’ve met your goals, as well as what worked and what didn’t.
Emerging technologies transforming marketing
It’s almost impossible to avoid integrating technology into your marketing strategy. But it can be hard to know where to start. Not all technology is bad! Here are a few technologies to consider and what they might mean for your business.
The importance of video marketing in 2025
From Instagram Reels, to the upcoming Edits app, YouTube, TikTok, and everything in between, it’s not hard to see that video marketing is huge right now!
Let’s dig into some insights that illustrate the importance of video marketing in 2025 - and why you should be utilizing it!
Collaborating with influencers to maximize ROI
Influencer marketing has changed significantly since it first started. Influencer marketing is one of the most powerful tools to reach and engage your online audience.
The best influencer marketing campaigns benefit everyone involved – creators/influencers, brands, and your target audience. Here’s how to collaborate with influencers effectively to maximize ROI.
Seasonal Campaign Planning: Spring Edition
We’re finally ready to leave winter behind and embrace spring - a season of change, growth, renewal, and of opportunities.
Let’s dig into some of the things you should focus on while planning your spring marketing campaigns.
Trade show success: 8 marketing tips for exhibitors
Creating opportunities for your audience to interact with your brand IRL (in real life) is just as important as making sure your online presence is on point. While a dedicated brand pop up or experiential marketing tactic is amazing, it’s not always realistic. Trade shows are a great alternative and give your audience a chance to get to know you in person. Vendors get the chance to showcase products, generate leads, and build meaningful relationships with customers and other brands.
Sounds AMAZING right?! There is one challenge. You’re not the only business looking to connect with trade show attendees. Don’t worry. There are a few things you can do to make sure stand out. Here are some key marketing tips to maximize your trade show success.
Boosting engagement with interactive content
Social media gives brands the opportunity to engage with current and potential customers everyday, and that’s amazing, but what if you want to give your engagement a boost? Alternatively, what if you feel like your engagement has plateaued or plummeted?
Interactive content can help you boost engagement!