Integrated Marketing – Defying the Laws of Mathematics
One plus one equals two. That’s what we all learn in school. But, my old calculus teacher, Mr. Saunders, would be dismayed to find that the same doesn’t hold true in the world of marketing. When a company subscribes to a carefully thought-out integrated marketing plan, they soon find that one plus one actually equals three (or if the campaign’s really good, even more). Although I don’t have a blackboard and chalk, I will attempt to explain this formula. (more…)
Multi-Screen Marketing: Engaging Your Audience Across Multiple Devices
With what seems to be an ever-growing list of platforms and devices, there are endless ways to advertise in today’s market. Yet many brands never explore their full range of options, and miss out on a world of potential. By integrating multiple devices (such as TV, smartphone, computer, and tablet) into their marketing strategy, brands can create incredibly effective and engaging campaigns. So why aren’t more brands utilizing the tools that are literally right at their fingertips? (more…)
Why You Can’t Afford To Ignore Google+ Any Longer
Marketers and consumers alike have been avoiding Google+ like it’s the plague. Initially, it was hard to set up, the number of active users on the platform was low, and content engagement wasn't that great. But Google+’s growth has been flying under the radar, slowly expanding and gaining traction in the world of social media. And if you’re one of those people that have been avoiding the platform, you can’t afford to do so for much longer. (more…)
Game Day, Ad Day: It’s Super Bowl Time!
Will you be one of the thousands of people gathering around their televisions this Sunday for one of the biggest showdowns of the year? The Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos may be battling it out on the field this Super Bowl Sunday, but many businesses will be battling it out on Sunday as well.