Gen Z: screenagers, digital natives, meme-obsessed, entrepreneurs–welcome to the world’s next biggest cohort. As a Millennial, I’m more than happy (and relieved) to have another generation moving up in the world–not just in influence but in spending power. By 2020 (NEXT YEAR), Generation Z will make up 40%…more
If your business has any kind of marketing strategy, it’s likely that you’ve heard of inbound marketing services. Maybe you overlooked the term, thinking it was just another marketing buzzword (and we marketers do love our buzzwords… to a fault). But I’m here to definitively tell you that…more
Drip campaigns are one of the most valuable tools in your marketing arsenal. Often referred to as email drip campaigns, they are a series of emails sent to a contact list. Each email in the campaign series is “dripped” out over a specified time period. The purpose of drip…more
Automated email campaigns are fantastic. They save you time and money, improve process efficiency, and allow you to focus on optimization. Unfortunately, automation often leads to negligence. Since you’re not required to be working in the campaign process every day, certain things can start to fall off your…more
Countless marketing industry outlets have proclaimed that the “death” of email has come to pass – and we couldn’t disagree more. Email marketing remains one of the most reliable ways to reach prospects, leads, and customers. It’s uniquely positioned to allow companies to slowly, but surely, provide a…more
There is incredible potential for a well-executed email drip campaign. Companies who master drip campaigns produce 80% more sales at a lower cost. Whether you’re looking to nurture, up-sell, or educate, drip campaign emails generate click-through rates that are three times higher than single emails. Why are drip…more
Marketing automation involves software that automates marketing tasks, such as emails, social media posting, and CRM integration. The purpose of marketing automation is to make tasks in the short-term easier in order to contribute to long-term success. It can be a huge advantage when used correctly and not…more
In the early 90s, when email was in its infancy, a “You’ve got mail!” message was a treat. It meant messages from family and friends, notes about work, and the occasional notification from a favorite company. Times have changed since then and email has become ubiquitous. Every day,…more
