I don’t know about you, but the fact that we’re a quarter into this century is blowing this marketer’s mind — especially since new marketing trends emerge with every flip of the calendar page. In the last quarter century, we’ve seen…
How to Do PR: The Ultimate Guide to Public Relations in 2025
I remember when I first heard of public relations. It was a long time ago, and I thought it was a fancy name for a special kind of marketing. I later discovered the true meaning when I became a content marketer….
How Much Does an Explainer Video Actually Cost? [New Data]
I was a teacher during the pandemic, which meant I had to become a pro at creating explainer videos — fast. If I could have gotten away with it, I would have hired someone to make my videos. That was out…
Content Mills Don‘t Work — Here’s Why
Content mills: the corner of the internet where everyone’s promised the moon, but most people are left in the dark. Writers are offered an opportunity to be nurtured by editors, build their writing skills, and develop a professional portfolio. Companies are…
I Dove Deep Into Work Breakdown Structures — Here‘s What I’ve Learned
Here’s a quick truth. Before writing this article, I stumbled on Akin’s laws, which aptly summarize work breakdown structures. The fun “law” reads: It’s called a Work Breakdown Structure because the Work remaining will grow until you have a Breakdown, unless…
How to Create a Social Media Report in 7 Simple Steps [+ Free Templates]
Social media is one of the most powerful marketing channels I’ve used in my career. In fact, in recent years, it’s continuously been amongst those with the highest ROI for most businesses. But showcasing that to decision-makers isn’t always easy. A…
The 18 Best Abandoned Cart Emails To Win Back Customers
Several times while shopping online, I’ve abandoned my cart for various reasons. Couldn’t make a decision. Was waiting for a coupon. Got pulled away for something more pressing. But in most cases, getting an abandoned cart email always rekindles my interest…
The 9 Building Blocks of a Business’s Organizational Structure [With Diagrams]
I know that behind every great company, division, or team is a great organizational structure — a structure tailored to a company‘s, division’s, or team’s goals and one that helps employees understand how they fit into the bigger picture. These are…
What Are Content Managers, and How Do You Become One?
As a writer exploring the world of content management, I found myself asking the same questions you might be grappling with right now: What does a content manager really do? How is it different from being a content writer? And most…
The Ultimate Guide to B2B Marketing in 2025 [New Data + Expert Tips]
Effective B2B marketing is challenging to get right. Between creative demands, budget limits, and channel decisions, marketers have a lot to juggle when developing their marketing strategy. However, the biggest determinant of effective marketing is your audience. If you’re not properly…