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Jul

What To Include In Your Social Media Content Report

You produce new content for your audience every single day. Whether it's an email, a blog, or social media, you spend lots of time delivering messages to your audience. With that in mind, it's important to make sure that everything is working in your favor. That's why a quarterly content report is essential for your business. Here are a few guidelines for you to consider, specifically when making your social media content report. (more…)

Jul

By Julia O' Connor

Brand

Get to Know Our Team: Lauren Pond

We always say that people like to work with companies that they know, like, and trust. Of course, the most important component of any company is the team that works there. That's why we've started this blog series. As the next blog in our meet-the-team series, we thought it would be appropriate to share some information about our Office Manager and Optimization Specialist, Lauren Pond! Let's learn a little more about what makes Lauren so special! (more…)

Jul

By Julia O' Connor

Strategy

What Is A Custom CMS?

Whether you are building a brand-new website from scratch or are redesigning your current site, you will need a content management system to maintain and update your content. Choosing the right content management system, or CMS, for your needs is crucial. When it comes to CMS systems, businesses can pick from a plethora of options, including open-source and custom CMS platforms. In this blog, we'll take a closer look at custom content management systems and how they can benefit your business. (more…)

Jul

By Julia O' Connor

Professional Development

Our Favorite Professional Development Resources

Professional development is essential for helping employees to excel in their professional lives. Whether you want to educate your team on exceptional customer service, thinking creatively, or creating a positive work environment, there is something out there that's perfect for you. Take a look at this list of our favorite professional development resources. (more…)

Jun

By Mitch Levinson

Lead Capture

3 Tips For Effective Email Marketing

Email marketing, when done correctly, is a great way to communicate with your customers and drive sales to your business. In order to create the best possible message, you will need to keep a few things in mind. Knowing your audience, sending emails consistently, and personalizing your message are just some of the things you can do to engage your audience and drive sales. Here is an in-depth look at these 3 tips for effective email marketing. (more…)

Jun

By Mitch Levinson

Brand

Start Using Collateral And SWAG Materials

Highlighting your brand across a variety of materials is extremely important. People like to support businesses that they know, like, and trust. This is why having a plethora of collateral and SWAG materials is so important. Here's a little more about both types of items and some examples of how you can implement them into your marketing plan. (more…)

Jun

By Julia O' Connor

Strategy

Marketing Tips For A Sizzlin’ Summer

Summer is finally here! There’s something about this season that makes you feel fresh and new! This feeling also applies to marketing. When it comes to your content marketing plan, a few updates could be exactly what you need to take your brand to the next level. Check out these marketing tips for a sizzlin’ summer. (more…)

Jun

By Julia O' Connor

Brand

Why You Should Start a Monthly Series

Planning a monthly series for your social media and blog is a great way to engage your audience. Social media and blogging are powerful tools for business. When done correctly, they can be used to drive traffic to your website, attract new clients, and even lead to closing sales! The internet and social media are popular and effective devices, which makes it especially difficult to navigate. Luckily, Creative Sizzle has you covered. One advantage of both the internet and social media is that it has the ability to run various series for your clients' viewing and listening pleasure. Here's what…

Jun

By Mitch Levinson

Strategy

Tips For Marketing On A Budget

Having a limited marketing budget is far more common than most people would assume. It's difficult to allocate a large portion of your budget towards marketing when there are so many other areas of your business that need funding. Even if a large amount of your budget is allocated towards your marketing program, there is no guarantee that it will generate the kind of ROI your company needs. That being said, it is crucial that you have a strategic plan in place to generate your desired results. Keep reading to learn about our best tips for marketing on a budget.…

May

By Julia O' Connor

Strategy

Video: The Present and Future of Advertising

Did you know that the first ever TV ad appeared on American TV screens in 1941? The advertisement was played before a Dodgers vs. Phillies baseball game and viewers learned about Bulova clocks and watches. This video advertisement created a major shift in society. America was in a tumultuous state due to World War II and the Cold War. Video ads, however, were able to persuade people to make purchases. Since then, video advertisements have come a long way. This is thanks to both the World Wide Web and the way consumerism has shifted to ensure that people get their…