Posts by Chris Ramaglia
BroadBased: 2019 Digital Marketing Survey Results
A surge in email marketing success, improved goal achievement and big plans to increase marketing budgets are some of the key findings from the 2nd Annual BroadBased Digital Marketing Survey. Small business owners, marketers and executives who responded to our survey provided valuable insights into what’s working, what’s not and where they’re taking their digital…
Read More2020 Digital Marketing Survey
Did your 2019 marketing tactics perform to expectation? We’re surveying friends, clients, and associates to better understand what worked, what didn’t, and where you’re taking your marketing strategy in 2020. It’s only 10 questions, takes less than a minute to complete (we actually timed it), can be filled out anonymously, and there’s a chance to win a…
Read MoreDrive more leads and sales with social proof
Advertising and websites are great for getting your name and products in front of prospective customers, but converting that exposure into leads and sales requires prospects to believe that what you say about yourself is true. The best way to build that trust is through a concept known as “social proof,” which is a fancy…
Read MoreAre you posting what consumers want to see?
Your social media content strategy may be missing the mark when it comes to posts that will drive engagement and shares. A recent report by Sprout Social found that brands create educational and storytelling content most often, but those aren’t the most sought-after by potential buyers. Here’s how to give them what they’re after. Discounts…
Read MoreStruggling with a stalled campaign? It’s time to call out your call-to-action
Your call-to-action (or CTA) makes or breaks the performance of your marketing campaigns. If you have a weak CTA, then no one is going to click-through to see what you have to offer. These tips will help you develop a winning CTA to meet your business goals. Make It Urgent People have a lot on…
Read MoreThree ways to get more out of your agency partnership
Your marketing agency is an extension of your team. Its professionals bring specialized expertise and experience that you don’t have the time or resources to recruit and manage in-house. As with any critical part of your organization, you want to get the most out of the time and budget you’re investing to achieve your business…
Read MoreBroadBased attends Content Marketing World conference
More than 4,000 people attended the annual Content Marketing World conference in Cleveland to hear 225 of the industry’s foremost experts discuss the latest strategies, trends and technology. BroadBased Executive Vice President Chris Ramaglia was there for it all and left with some important insights on the current state of content marketing. Here are Chris’…
Read MoreMarketing Automation Guide: 3 steps to getting started
Marketing automation is a digital strategy that bridges the gap between how today’s consumer wants to buy your product or service, and how you have traditionally sold it. It allows you to automate otherwise tedious manual tasks, market to your prospects on their terms, build value throughout the buying process, and increase the chance for…
Read MoreThe Great Google Ad Rebrand: What it means to you
Google announced earlier this month that it was combining all of its advertising products, including AdWords, under three new primary brands. “Today’s shopper will consider many different sources — like online search, videos, and blogs — before making a purchase. In any 48 hour period, over 80% of Americans are shopping for something,” according to…
Read MoreB2B focus: 3 tips to drive more leads with social media
Social media is often thought of as a consumer-based platform that people use to stay connected with friends and family. In recent years, social networks have extended into B2B audiences and become powerful digital marketing tools for businesses. Here are 3 tips that companies with a B2B focus can incorporate into their lead generation efforts.…
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