Colorful clicks: Instagram ad update
A seemingly subtle change to Instagram ads could make a significant difference in click-through success. Facebook is continuing to add value to the platform by rolling out an update that allows ads to blend more seamlessly into the Instagram user feed. Ads currently feature a blue call-to-action button to differentiate them from standard posts. The…
Read MoreOrganic SEO losing click share to paid ads?
Organic search engine optimization has long been regarded as a better way to generate clicks and leads than paid ads like those offered by Google Adword campaigns. But there’s been a fairly dramatic shift recently that may change the focus of companies trying to generate inbound traffic from search campaigns. Wayfair.com, an e-commerce giant in…
Read MoreTrending: Our new Digital Marketing Roundup
Digital marketing raises a lot of questions for even well-informed business people. How do we know? Because you ask us. We love answering your questions, but we also thought we could help you stay on top of what’s happening in digital marketing with a monthly Digital Marketing Roundup. Our first Roundup video recorded by EVP,…
Read MoreFacebook cover videos put your brand on the move
One of Facebook’s most-recent updates gives businesses the ability to grab users’ attention much more effectively. The update allows you to replace your static Facebook cover image with a video that begins playing immediately when someone opens your page on a mobile or desktop device. Because video is much more effective at attracting eyeballs than…
Read MoreWarning! If your website isn't secured with an HTTPS certificate, you could lose your search rankings
Anyone who’s familiar with search engine optimization (SEO) knows that the only constant in Google’s search algorithm is change. And when a change occurs, it can mean the difference between top rankings and average rankings, which can directly impact your website’s effectiveness. We’re bringing this up because starting October 1 Google will roll out one…
Read MoreNew Research: 23% of email campaigns not making it to the inbox
A recent study released by Return Path shows that almost a quarter of marketing emails fail to reach the recipient’s inbox. Increased protection from spam filters is partly responsible, catching 8 percent of all email messages. Up to 16 percent are classified as “missing” in the report, which can be due to a variety of…
Read MoreFacebook ads stalled? Here’s 3 easy ways to jumpstart them
Last month Facebook announced it eclipsed the 2-billion-user mark — yes, with a “b” — and businesses have taken notice: Facebook’s advertising revenue grew a staggering 53 percent from 2015 to 2016.* But despite the explosion in advertising on the social media giant, not all companies are enjoying the same success. Although properly executed Facebook…
Read MoreContent marketing webinar: How to generate more leads, lower costs
Content marketing is one of the best strategies to drive new leads, retain existing customers and increase upsells. It’s shown to be three times more effective than traditional marketing while costing up to 62 percent less.* That’s why we made it the topic of our first-ever webinar last month. Check it out below: In addition…
Read MoreBroadBased launches new website for Episcopal School of Jacksonville
The Episcopal School of Jacksonville has been providing students with a one-of-a-kind educational experience on a beautiful riverfront campus for more than 50 years. To showcase the school’s unique offering for students, parents and the entire Jacksonville community, school officials asked BroadBased to create a new website that captures the distinctive quality of the…
Read MoreIs your 2017 digital strategy set up for a strong finish?
As 2017 passed the halfway pole, your company probably took time for a progress check against annual revenue and growth forecasts. Whether your review found you were out in front or off the pace, there’s a good chance that your digital marketing strategy had a direct impact on your first-half performance. Improving traffic and lead…
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