Marketing. If you’re reading this now, you probably know exactly how important it is for your business.

But new and even intermediate marketers tend to get it wrong. They continually push out “check it out!” or “buy it now!” type messages in hopes that someone, anyone, will connect with them.

You can say those things once you’ve earned your audience’s attention. Until then, this is akin to shouting into the void. So these marketers certainly can’t be faulted for their enthusiasm, mind you.

But to be perfectly honest, the best marketing doesn’t look like marketing at all. How does this work?Continue Reading..

What is the lead generation secret?

As marketers, we know that we should be generating leads from our various online properties.

But what exactly should we be doing to attract more leads?

This process may be more straightforward than you think, though it will require a solid understanding of your audience.

The lead generation secret is knowing how to start a conversation. Here are a few ways you can begin engaging your audience.Continue Reading..

Which are there specific marketing channels that could be considered complementary?

The reality is that there are many. And, your ideal marketing mix is going to be determined by how your audience wants to connect with you.

The key is to see the connection between the different marketing channels you’re using, as well as how your target buyer prefers to move down the funnel.

This should not be considered a comprehensive list, but here are a few marketing channels that naturally work well together.Continue Reading..