3 Tips To Create Case Studies That Turn Prospects Into Buyers [Examples]
June 14, 2023
Ann Gynn
Prospects want you to tell them a story in the middle of their buyer journey. Great case studies let you do just that – and it’s why over one-third of B2B content marketers say it’s an effective tactic.
5 Newsletter Lessons for More Fruitful Content (and a Community-Building Fail)
June 7, 2023
Ann Gynn
Ocean Spray created the Cranberry Club to attract subscribers. But would the holiday berry deliver year-round? Find that answer and other content marketing takeaways from one club member who happens to be a content marketer.
Have a Feedback Strategy? You Better Because Your Audience Is Watching
May 18, 2023
Ann Gynn
How you engage with your audience’s positive and negative feedback can make a difference in how people feel and think about your brand. That’s why you need to craft a feedback engagement strategy.
Government Agencies Get Real, Funny, and Human on Social Media [Examples]
April 20, 2023
Dawn Papandrea
Bureaucratic content usually causes people to keep scrolling. But these local, state, and federal agencies have found an antidote, creatively connecting with their constituents by humanizing their content.
Foolish Content Isn’t Limited to One Day a Year
March 30, 2023
Ann Gynn
Many brands will run content “jokes” on April Fools’ Day. But foolish content knows no time of year. We looked at content from six brands to see who’s fooling around (and who isn’t). Do you agree?
Twitter’s Unskippable and Sephora x TikTok Add New Twist to a Proven Content Strategy
March 17, 2023
Content Marketing Institute Team
Twitter and Sephora announced branded education content programs to teach video and social media concepts. Both embody a trend: creating content courses to help their audiences, partners, and customers succeed even on topics not directly tied to the brand’s products.
Marketing Content to Gen Z? You Better Play by Their Rules
March 15, 2023
Jodi Harris
To connect with Gen Z audiences, engage them on their terms. Follow this expert advice to learn what brand-created content might work best and how to deliver it in ways that slap.
Build Lasting Customer Connections With Sustainability Content
January 23, 2023
Phillip Akhzar
Consumers increasingly seek brands that share their eco-conscious priorities. Follow these content tips and examples to show off your brand's actions that support their sustainability goals.
How To Explain Content Marketing to Anyone [Examples]
January 10, 2023
Ann Gynn
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.
‘Bah, Humbug!’ Why Negative Content Turns In Such Positive Results
December 21, 2022
Ann Gynn
Hate is a surprising emotion to use to sell jewelry. But the success of IHateStevenSinger.com shows how a contrarian approach can reinvigorate your content strategy and help you avoid the scourge of sameness plaguing so much content. Try these tips to surprise your audience by doing the opposite of what...
How This Outside-the-Box Approach to Content Produced Award-Winning Results
December 6, 2022
Ann Gynn
You don’t need a background in marketing to excel in content. You do need a clear focus on your audience's needs, program goals, and story ideas that support both. Here’s how TD Bank Group’s lead content strategist applied these concepts to build an award-winning program.
Feast on These 9 Content Examples Worthy of Gratitude
November 23, 2022
Jodi Harris
We give thanks for great content marketing. Savor these examples from AT&T, Anheuser-Busch, Pepsi, Captain Morgan, and more. They can help your brand do and be better for your audiences.
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