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To get noticed, sometimes you have to make a little noise. And sometimes you have to be willing to be absolutely ridiculous. Brew a pot of your favorite dark roast this Monday morning and let’s talk about the silliest attention-getting stunts pulled by brands. SJC will rate each one with one to four stars by […]
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Your use of keywords in your content marketing strategy should take a lot of factors into consideration. Elements like search volume, seasonality and localization can all influence the ways you identify the most important keywords. But user intent is one of the most important considerations, helping you prioritize what’s most relevant to your target market. […]
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Despite the popularity of videos on social media, blogs remain an important tool for building a loyal following in content marketing. Why are content marketing and blogging so intertwined? First and foremost, it increases your brand’s visibility. The more you get yourself out there, the more people will take notice. Furthermore, when you focus on […]
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This fall, your Monday Morning Coffee will be all the more rich and rewarding. That’s because you’ll be sipping in the glow of football season. The Friday night lights, the band playing the fight song and the smell of soft pretzels all contribute to the magic that hangs on through Monday morning. Maybe it’s your […]
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If your target market includes Gen Z and Y segments, you will want to tailor your strategy to the preferences of these groups. Younger buyers are sensitive to marketing content that is too “salesy” and they will quickly move to another brand if your content includes a lot of pressure to make a purchase. While […]
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Are you trying to work video into your B2B marketing strategy? This dynamic tool performs a lot of tricks: offering your audience how-to instructions, behind-the-scenes activity at your headquarters or the unboxing of a new product line. It is a unique way to connect with potential customers, allowing you to be authentic and convey a […]
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When it’s time to refresh your clothing, shoes, or jewelry, your first thought may be to head to the mall. While these businesses feature great prices and merchandise choices, it may be time to try a boutique experience. A boutique provides access to exclusive styles and offers a chance to support a small local business […]
Whether you’re trying to generate more leads or simply ramp up your engagement with your target market, relying on the same marketing strategy year after year is not going to yield strong results. In recent years video marketing has become critical to engaging with audiences, so if your strategy hasn’t been updated to include video, […]
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It’s easy to get stuck picturing your audience as a faceless crowd. Maybe your business has grown enough that you’re not quite sure who follows you on Instagram anymore or whether your blog is being seen by people likely to buy from you. This is a common growing pain for businesses when you transition from […]
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Downtown St. Joseph has established growth over the past several years with new businesses, breweries and restaurants. Old, vacant storefronts and buildings that have great bones and lots of character, but just need a little rejuvenation and some elbow grease, have come back to life. One of these businesses not only took on the challenge […]
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