Marketing has many emerging trends. One such trend is globalization. Marketers have new challenges and opportunities because of the global free flow of ideas, goods, and services. Another emerging trend in marketing is changing technology. Advancement in ICT has brought about new possibilities and has led to a proliferation of marketing channels. Direct marketing is an example of this. There are many traditional marketing methods, including direct mail, telephone, catalogue, and email. Today, there are many ways to target the consumer using direct mail.
Shoppable posts
Shoppable posts are a key element of any marketing campaign. They are not meant to interrupt the consumer's flow but rather educate and inspire them about a brand. This direct communication increases consumers' loyalty and trust in brands. Shoppable content is the next big thing for content marketing. These are ways that shoppable posts can make your marketing campaigns more successful.
IoT devices
IoT is driving a new wave in marketing opportunities. We are far from understanding the full potential of these new technologies. IoT devices allow marketers to reach a larger audience and get to know their consumers better. A smart lightbulb, for instance, can track the time that a person goes bed. This information could be used to create targeted ads about products to help them sleep. Malibu gin's brand uses connected bottles in order to promote their products. IoT advertising could revolutionize advertising in ways that we don't yet know. Privacy issues should also be considered.
Print on Demand
For those who want to create their own print-on-demand products, there are several ways to reach your audience. Before you start, it is important to identify your niche and pick products that will appeal. For instance, an artist might be able to create a line for prints or swimwear that they can sell. Different types of ads might be possible with a social media account. These ads can help spread the word about your print on demand product.
Customer experience
With over 5.1 billion people using mobile phones worldwide and 1.5 million IoT devices set to connect by 2022 it's no surprise that customer experience has become an important trend in marketing. The speed with which consumers are demanding more is what's changing. Brands will have to step up their game by 2022 to meet consumer expectations. The future of CX is in technology.
Machine learning
Machine Learning is a powerful new tool for digital marketing. In this age of data, personalized communication is critical. Machine Learning allows marketers create content that appeals effectively to a broad range of customers and preferences. Netflix, for example, has made it possible to use the technology to create customized user experiences. This will ultimately improve customer satisfaction and convert rates.
Localization
Local businesses should target local customers to reach as many people as possible. You can target local customers to get people to come to your store or order delivery. However, you need to first get to know your local demographics and how to communicate your benefits. Here are some tips:
FAQ
What is strategic Content Marketing?
Content Marketing is about creating and sharing valuable content across multiple channels. It's about giving people what it is they want. This understanding is the key to success in business.
Strategic Content Marketing allows you to give your customers exactly what they want at the right time.
You have to know what people care about and listen carefully to find out how they think. You must then create content of high quality that addresses their concerns and solves them problems. This builds trust, loyalty, and ensures that you are always in their minds when they need your product/service.
How can I measure success in content marketing?
There are many ways to measure the success of your content marketing efforts. You could track the number and quality of visits to your website. Or, you could see how many leads were generated.
Do I really need to hire an agency to do content marketing?
No! There are plenty of tools available online that make it easy to create high-quality content. Agency services are often expensive.
Is Content Marketing Strategy right?
A Content Marketing Strategy is perfect if you know exactly what you want to communicate.
If you are looking for some direction before starting, these are some questions:
Do I need my business to communicate something particular? Or, do you want content that is universally appealing?
Do you want to concentrate on generating leads?
Is it one product I am trying to promote or multiple products
Do I want to reach people outside my industry?
If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then a Content Marketing strategy is exactly what you need.
What platform is best for content marketing?
There are many platforms today. Each platform has its own pros and cons. Here are some top choices:
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WordPress is simple to set-up and manage. Great community of users.
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Wix is easier than WordPress to set-up and maintain. It doesn't require any technical knowledge.
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Squarespace – Best choice for those with a website.
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Blogger - A free blogging service.
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Medium - A place for writers to share their work.
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Instagram - An image-based platform.
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LinkedIn - A networking platform.
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Facebook - A social network.
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YouTube - Video sharing platform.
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Pinterest – Image-based platform.
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Google Analytics – Track visitor behaviors.
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Hubspot - Email marketing software.
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MailChimp, Email marketing software.
Statistics
- An example of an overarching goal could be: "In 2022, we want to achieve a 20% increase in revenue created by organic content and generate 15,000 MQLs with a budget of $30,000." (semrush.com)
- According to the Content Marketing Institute, 70% of B2B marketers and 86% of B2C marketers surveyed use content marketing in some form or other. (criteo.com)
- Seventy-two percent business to business (B2B) (mailchimp.com)
- In fact, would pay more for a better customer experience, and 86% of B2B buyers would pay more. (neilpatel.com)
- Measure your goals with a progress indicator of 0-100%. Make your goals collaborative and transparent (semrush.com)
- We found that 40% of businesses don't have a documented strategy yet. (semrush.com)
- Content marketing produces 3X more leads per dollar spent. Content marketing costs 62% less than traditional marketing. (criteo.com)
- Companies that use content marketing see approximately 30% higher growth rates than businesses not using it. (mailchimp.com)
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How To
Informationgraphic creation tips to help with content marketing
Infographics are one of the most effective ways to explain complex concepts simply, making information easy to understand. Information marketing is about providing valuable and useful information to your target audience. Infographics are a great way to share this message.
You'll need design software such as Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop to create an infographic. These programs allow you to create infographics by drawing different shapes and elements. You can then use colors and fonts for your data. Once your design has been created, you can start uploading images from Unsplash/Pixabay to incorporate into it.
Look online for inspiration to create your own infographics. You could use a photo of a food pyramid to show the calories in particular foods. Then, replace those numbers with photos of the foods. You could also look at the sugar content of soda pop, and then take a photo of a Coke bottle.
Once you have designed your infographic you can share it via social media channels, such as Facebook or Twitter. This allows people to learn more about the concept, even if they aren't familiar. In order to make others see your infographic, use hashtags when you post it on social media. Hashtags enable users to follow along in conversations related to specific topics.
If you decide to create an infographic, try making your posts shorter than usual. A blog post may be 2000-5000 words long. An infographic requires only 500-1000 words. This means you can easily convey more information with less space.
Remember that not all viewers can read small font sizes when designing an infographic. Use large fonts, but don't overuse color in your infographics. Make sure all text is legible.
Here are some more tips
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Choose an Infographic Design Template. There are many free templates online. Canva (Piktochart) and Google Slides (Google Slides) are some of the most requested templates.
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Make your Infographic. You can use the template to create your infographic. You can use any kind of media that you feel is appropriate for your audience. In this example, photos of Seattle restaurants might be used to create an infographic about Seattle's best restaurants.
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Add Text. Once you've created your infographic, add text using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, or Canva.
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Add Images. You can also add images to your infographic. These images can be charts, graphs, icons, or pictures. Make sure the picture is relevant to your topic before you add it.
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Make it interactive. Interactive elements can include buttons, maps, or links. This will engage your audience.
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Share. When you're done, share your infographic on social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and Instagram.
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Measure. Do you know how well your infographic performed? Are people clicking through to your website or not? Did they sign up for your email list? What was their reaction?
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Improve. Is there a way to improve your infographic? Are you able to do it better the next time?
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Repeat. Do this again!