Digital Strategy

The Roadblocks to Digital Marketing Transformation

2022-08-03T10:54:02+08:00

Article by: Clodagh O’Brien (https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/)   There's no denying it—today's world moves to the beat of a digital drum. With the dawning of Web 3.0 and the metaverse in motion, now is a crucial time for businesses to embrace digital transformation. Did you know? Spending on digital transformation is likely to exceed $1.8 trillion by 2025 as businesses across every possible sector update their internal strategies and processes for success in the modern age. With an ever-expanding choice of channels and touchpoints to explore, marketing is one of the most vital catalysts for growth in the age of digitalization. Digital marketing transformation is [...]

The Roadblocks to Digital Marketing Transformation2022-08-03T10:54:02+08:00

5 Ways to Maximize SEO and Social Media

2022-07-28T10:36:20+08:00

Article by: Joe Williams (https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/)   Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is important in any digital marketing strategy as it helps people find your content. The higher your content ranks on the SERP (search engine results page), the more visitors it will attract. Social media marketing has become another highly effective way to drive people to your website. And all of this depends on having an effective social media strategy that drives brand awareness and ROI. The sweet spot in a digital marketing campaign is ensuring that your social media, content marketing, and SEO strategies complement each other. In this article, we'll [...]

5 Ways to Maximize SEO and Social Media2022-07-28T10:36:20+08:00

How to Manage Online Customer Reviews

2022-07-12T11:51:44+08:00

Article by: Dan Hughes (https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/)   Do you want to know how to earn positive customer feedback? This guide to getting more great customer reviews will tell you all you need to know to get the ball rolling. In the Age of Information, it’s no secret that consumers place an enormous amount of value on the opinions of their peers. Customer reviews are essential to the ongoing success of any brand. In fact, a whopping nine out of 10 people read online reviews before committing to a product or service. Positive reviews speak for themselves: a glowing testimonial or rating from a customer will [...]

How to Manage Online Customer Reviews2022-07-12T11:51:44+08:00

10 Steps to Prepare for a Social Media Crisis

2022-07-12T10:50:09+08:00

Article by: Julie Atherton (https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/)   A social media crisis is a frightening prospect. So much so that many organizations avoid thinking about it, have only rough plans in place, and only learn how to deal with one when they actually face a problem. Every crisis, even an online one, can be managed. If you do some preparation, careful planning, and maintain a can-do team spirit, you will be more than able to spot, evade, manage, survive and learn from any crisis you may face. Expert Julie Atherton has created this handy 10-step checklist to help you think about and prepare [...]

10 Steps to Prepare for a Social Media Crisis2022-07-12T10:50:09+08:00

7 Easy Steps to LinkedIn Success

2022-07-12T09:54:11+08:00

Article by: Dawn McGruer (https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/)   LinkedIn has many advantages over other social networks. As the one platform primarily focused on communicating with other professionals, it's a great place for companies to advertise their brand, as well as their mission and vision. People tend to be more focused when using it as there is a more business- and career-focused bent to it. Quite simply, it's an easier network to crack in terms of building a quality network and targeting the audience you're trying to reach. Here's the list of seven quick, easy actions you can take to improve your LinkedIn experience [...]

7 Easy Steps to LinkedIn Success2022-07-12T09:54:11+08:00

How to Make Videos Without Hiring a Professional

2022-07-12T08:47:18+08:00

Article by: Digital Marketing Institute (https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/)   Videos are a powerful promotional tool that all businesses need to be using in order to stay competitive. Many consumers prefer to get information through video rather than text. Consumers are continually dealing with information overload, and while they might be able to click past a new piece of written content, a new video is more likely to make them stop and watch. Often they are hoping to see if they can gather new information quickly and in an interesting, creative way. If you are not using video marketing, it’s time to learn why [...]

How to Make Videos Without Hiring a Professional2022-07-12T08:47:18+08:00

5 Ways to Upskill Your Marketing & Sales Teams

2022-07-04T11:39:15+08:00

Article by: Clodagh O’Brien (https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/)   Many organizations struggle when it comes to digital transformation. Often that's because they focus on the technology and tools required. But digital transformation is about a lot more than that. It's no longer enough to have the latest software or use new technology as part of your digital strategy. To truly transform your organization, you need to establish a digital mindset and have the key digital skills required to accelerate your transformation journey. As the face (and revenue generator) of your business, the secret to becoming digitized lies in your marketing and sales teams. But [...]

5 Ways to Upskill Your Marketing & Sales Teams2022-07-04T11:39:15+08:00

The Ultimate List of Free Keyword Research Tools

2022-07-04T09:05:31+08:00

Article by: Clodagh O’Brien (https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/)   Keywords are an essential part of your content marketing and SEO strategy. Using the right keywords that align with your website content to get it seen on search engines can drive leads, sales, and ultimately revenue. Despite this, new research found that only 30 percent of small companies in the U.S use SEO in their marketing. And many businesses may use keywords, but either does not use them effectively or use the wrong keywords for their audience. This is why keyword research is crucial. It will ensure that you use keywords that will attract your audience and [...]

The Ultimate List of Free Keyword Research Tools2022-07-04T09:05:31+08:00

10 Tips on How To Kickstart Your Digital Marketing Career

2022-06-07T15:05:37+08:00

Article by: Clodagh O'Brien (https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/)   At different stages in everybody’s career, thoughts turn to the next steps. Maybe you’re considering ‘moving up’ in your current organization. Perhaps you’re eying up opportunities in other companies. Or you might even be considering a complete pivot and embarking on a whole new career path or starting up on your own. Morgan Cummins (director of TalentHub) and Paul Farrer (founder of global consultancy Aspire) discuss the importance, or not, of values, getting support from within your current job, inclusion issues, and the dreaded ‘imposter syndrome.’ And they examine the skills you need to develop to make [...]

10 Tips on How To Kickstart Your Digital Marketing Career2022-06-07T15:05:37+08:00

10 Ways Small Businesses Can Improve Their Social Media Presence

2022-06-02T14:26:42+08:00

Article by: Digital Marketing Institute (https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/)   Small businesses around the world know that social media is here to stay. You only need to look at the social media demographics across platforms to know that! But that doesn't mean you have had the chance to put in the time or effort necessary to cultivate a good presence on the right networks. Even if you haven't optimized your social media presence, there's still time, and the benefits will be worth the effort. There are many advantages to cultivating your brand on social media. It can help improve your brand's social customer service, [...]

10 Ways Small Businesses Can Improve Their Social Media Presence2022-06-02T14:26:42+08:00

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