These days, it appears almost anyone can declare him or herself an expert at social media content. But falling for the self-promoting hype can be costly to your campaign — and your business. Find out how to spot true social media talent among the "experts."

Social media is an effective method for distributing and amplifying your content, but only if you're on top of it. The channels and pages you use in your social media marketing campaigns deserve just as much care and attention as your content. Tackle these 5 key issues when you give your social media...

The blogosphere is a noisy, congested space where everyone is shouting at the top of their lungs trying to get noticed. Here is a 4-step blog marketing plan to ensure your next post will be a stand-out success.

Does your content truly help your front-line sales executives sell? Learn techniques used by top thought leadership brands to dial up content relevance.

This week, Joe and Robert discuss whether or not content marketing should just "buzz off," talk about a strategic approach to content marketing, review a research study on the most credible types of content for brands, and explain why being mediocre in your content creation and distribution efforts is...

Creating high-quality content is paramount, but in the pursuit of readers, content marketers must realize that publishers are key to the equation. How can you increase your chances of managing to publish content on the sites that attract your target audiences? Do your research -- starting in these 3...

Poor Richard's Almanack is probably best remembered for the personal sayings Benjamin Franklin included in every issue. However, its useful and entertaining content also sets it apart as one of the earliest examples of content marketing. Find out what 4 lessons we can learn from the way Franklin harnessed...

Paid advertising is becoming one of the most cost-effective ways to get your online content in front of your targeted audience. Paid advertising strategies can increase readership, generate leads and increase brand awareness among the people you want to reach. Find out how to use Facebook ads for content...

Mapping out a strategy for your content efforts can sometimes feel like stepping off into the unknown. A defined strategy forces you to focus in on your brand and decide on a target audience, tactics and channels, KPIs, etc. However, it also may require you to turn your focus away from efforts that might...

Chipotle's video "The Scarecrow" got incredible attention online, running through the social channels, but never morphing into a television commercial or banner. Chipotle never paid for placement. Find out the story behind this effort and learn more about how powerful brand storytelling can supplant...

Adobe's recent Digital Marketing Summit showcased some of the most recent advances in marketing technology and offered information on how innovation continues to drive the industry forward. Find out more about the inventions and reinventions that are changing content marketing.

This week, Joe, Robert and some special guests report live from Content Marketing World in Sydney, Australia. The conversation focuses on a new report about sustainable digital business models, LinkedIn's latest content marketing tools for top brands, the acquisition of Klout by Lithium, and Copyblogger's...