By Ann Gynn published January 17, 2023

How a Mentorship Program Can Help Both Mentors and Mentees

Mentoring has short- and long-term benefits for both mentors and mentees. Learn why from both perspectives and how to foster a positive professional mentorship in your own life. Continue reading

By Robert Rose published January 13, 2023

Web3’s Marketing Value Is Function, Not Form [Rose-Colored Glasses]

A year ago, Robert Rose made this prediction about Web3 technologies: “Anybody who says they have it all figured out is likely wrong. No one knows.” So what does he know now and expect for Web3, NFTs, and the metaverse in 2023? Continue reading

By Ann Gynn published January 12, 2023

Why You Struggle To Prove Content ROI – and How To Settle Up (or Down)

Traditional ROI formulas don’t always work to show content’s real value to the business. But you’re not off the hook for proving results. Try these ideas to describe your program’s value in the language of business – or decide you need to realign your goals. Continue reading

By Greg Levinsky published January 11, 2023

How Marriott’s Inspired Content Helped Frustrated Travelers See a Better Normal

When its travel audience changed, Marriott got on board, too. Learn from its vice president of content how the global brand regenerated its content for a world coming out of a pandemic. Continue reading

By Ann Gynn published January 10, 2023

How To Explain Content Marketing to Anyone [Fresh Examples]

When someone asks you to define content marketing, forgo the official definition in favor of these explanatory examples. They’re tailored to the inquisitor whether that be a partner, teen, senior, business associate, or social guest. Continue reading

By Carlijn Postma published January 9, 2023

5 Steps To Mind Map Your Content and Increase Its Reach

Don’t let a great piece of long-form content be a one-and-done. Follow this step-by-step plan to maximize its impact with highly effective adjacent content over time. Continue reading

By Robert Rose published January 6, 2023

What’s Your Word for 2023? [Rose-Colored Glasses]

Robert Rose shares a story his grandfather told him every time he was frustrated at work. It will inspire you to find your word for 2023. Continue reading

By Jodi Harris published January 5, 2023

5 Strategic Frameworks To Take the Guesswork Out of Content Planning

Update your strategic approach with these five frameworks to better align your content experience with the way buying decisions are really made today. Continue reading

By Ann Gynn published January 4, 2023

5 Ways To Be a Better Content Team Leader in 2023

Hard truth: Content marketing team members won’t stay in their roles forever. Great content team leaders nurture their employee’s professional development – even if that development prepares them to move on. Here’s why (and how) to start taking the long view. Continue reading

By Mike Murray published January 3, 2023

SEO for Digital Content Marketing: How To Optimize for Search in 2023

Expect SEO in 2023 to be more nuanced than ever. Creating helpful content remains the best SEO strategy. And paying extra attention to these eight areas will help your content remain (or become) a digital marketing powerhouse. Continue reading

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