By Ann Gynn published July 5, 2023

Audiences Don’t Care If AI Created Your Brand’s Content

Given the voluminous conversations around AI-generated content, you would think authorship matters. But it usually doesn’t for the most critical group in your content marketing strategy. Continue reading

By Content Marketing Institute Team published June 30, 2023

Don’t Let Economic Predictions Stop Your Marketing in the Months Ahead

Experts disagree on where the economy is headed. But that shouldn’t stop marketers from sailing upwind and making the rest of 2023 count by doing these things. Continue reading

By Andrea Fryrear published June 29, 2023

Use These 3 Agile Fixes To Keep Your Marketing Operations Humming

You can’t afford to waste your marketing budget by working the wrong way. Yet, process improvement probably isn’t at the top of your to-do list. Change that today and use these three ideas to make it happen. Continue reading

By Ann Gynn published June 28, 2023

Outsmart the Instagram Algorithm: Proven Strategies for Success [+ B2B Examples]

Instagram’s leader reveals user behaviors that influence the algorithms for feeds, Stories, Explore, and Reels. Plus, see how three B2B brands make the most of the visually oriented platforms. Continue reading

By Robert Rose published June 27, 2023

Why You Should Hit Pause on Content Tech (Yes, Even AI) Until You Answer This

Marketing tech, including AI tools, can seem like shiny objects to solve your marketing challenges. But don’t look at them too closely without answering this question first. Continue reading

By Content Marketing Institute Team published June 23, 2023

4 ContentTECH Summit Takeaways for a Better Marketing Tech Strategy

ContentTECH Summit featured deep dives into many tech trends and tips this week, from video to SEO to (of course) AI. Robert Rose recaps a few of the highlights – and offers his take on the one question to answer before you even think about buying any new technology. Continue reading

By Lesley Vos published June 22, 2023

5 SEO Content and Design Tips To Improve Your Ranking in SERPs

SEO optimization goes far beyond keywords and meta tags. Try these five ideas to structure your content for better visibility, more traffic, and winning positions on search engine result pages. Continue reading

By Ann Gynn published June 21, 2023

How To Find External Sources To Create Trustworthy Content

Third-party sources can elevate content with diverse viewpoints, examples, and experiences. In turn, your audience is more likely to recognize your brand as a publisher, not just a vendor. Here’s how to do that.

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By Robert Rose published June 20, 2023

How To Map Content to Customer Intent (and Make Your Sales Team Happy)

Plan your content to match customer intent with this no-tech, three-step process. You’ll end up with content that helps both your prospects and your sales team. Continue reading

By Content Marketing Institute Team published June 16, 2023

Take a Marketing Messaging Lesson From Sesame Street This Pride Month

You’ll never create successful marketing if you ask how to create a memorable message that resonates with all audiences. That lesson was learned this month in the reaction to Pride celebrations by brands, including Bud Light and Sesame Street. Continue reading

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