Knowing how to apply content marketing, branded content, and native advertising is different than being able to clearly explain their value to your clients. Use this primer to align expectations and deliver better results.
Content Is NOT the Same as Content Marketing
An e-book is not content marketing. Social media posts are not content marketing. Does your brand market with content? Or do you do content marketing? Explore the difference and learn the eight steps to really do content marketing.
Rant Alert: Content Marketers Must Up Their Data Game
Four of five marketers aren’t comfortable making sense of data, a recent survey says. Yet, they have access to powerful self-service marketing analytics tools. How can you get more proficient with data? Start with this article. Continue reading
3 Myths in Content Marketing and How to Counter Them
Ever run into someone who doesn’t “get” content marketing? They unknowingly ascribe to misunderstandings and misperceptions. Here’s how to take on three of those myths so you’re all operating from the same content marketing field. Continue reading
What’s the Difference Between Content Marketing, Branded Content, and Native Advertising?
Understanding the differences among content marketing, branded content, and native advertising can help you make a better business case for each and optimize your chance for success. Let the learning begin. Continue reading
What It Means to Get Branded Content Right
Branded content still holds marketing power by immersing audiences in the kinds of experiences they crave. Check out these winning examples, which built rapport with new audiences, expanded creative horizons, and improved bottom lines. Continue reading
How to Explain Content Marketing to Anyone [Fresh Examples]
When people learn you’re in “content marketing,” do they give you a quizzical look or directly ask, “What exactly is content marketing?” Here’s how to explain it simply with real-life examples everyone will understand. Continue reading
Your Editorial Calendar is Not Your Content Marketing Strategy
Stop describing a content marketing strategy by giving details of your editorial plan. They’re not the same. And it’s not just a matter of semantics. It’s a sign of big trouble in your content marketing success. Here’s the remedy. Continue reading
How to Get Content Marketing Wrong? Think Like a PR Person
If you want to be taken seriously as a content marketer, stop acting like a member of the PR team. If you want to show that content marketing is a distinct contributor to business results, stop using only PR metrics. Do this instead. Continue reading
How to Explain Content Marketing ROI to Win (or Keep) Buy-In
How can you explain content marketing and its potential ROI in a way that’s persuasive, urgent, and incredibly convincing? Fear not. You can make it happen. Start reading. Continue reading
