Washingtonian Custom Media’s first part in our newest survey series has collected valuable information regarding industry leaders and their communications plans. We previously shared what we learned about communications teams, and now we’re turning to communications goals. Communications Goals Brand identities are shaped by an organization’s values and mission. These are the fundamental beliefs and…
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What is the goal of content marketing? The answer varies from company to company and sometimes from department to department; maybe you want page views, sales, or engagement. The key to any successful marketing strategy is to first understand the wants and needs of your client beyond what is outlined in an RFP or…
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When producing content, it’s important to recognize the diversity of your audience and prioritize accessibility. In the United States 26% of adults have a disability, so it’s more than likely that there are disabled people in your audience. There are many actions brands can take to make their spaces and content accessible to all,…
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What’s more effective at getting your message across: a one-on-one conversation or yelling into a crowd? Of course, the one-on-one conversation, as long as you can make your message resonate with that person. When trying to reach your target audiences, a one-size-fits-all message is like shouting at a crowd: it will not work. What…
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Brands are increasingly leaning on social media as a key element of their content marketing strategies. Social media allows for anyone, from educators, to economists, to small businesses, to reach audiences they may never have been able to find in person. Each social media platform comes with its own set of rules and conventions, but…
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You may have seen Quick Response (QR) codes when dining at restaurants, receiving digital payment instructions, or watching the Super Bowl. In 2022, crypto firm CoinBase ran a Super Bowl ad with a QR code slowly moving across the screen, with the motion reminiscent of a Windows screen saver, and no other text accompanying the…
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We previously posted about how to optimize your webpages to engage with readers, and now we’ll take a deep dive into one key element, the headline, so you can start every post and page on the right note. It’s important to remember that headlines set the tone for all of your content. Headlines can be…
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Email newsletters are a great way to stay in touch with your audience. They provide a direct connection to your reader, drive conversions, and delivers a higher ROI than social media channels. If you listen to the buzz about social this may seem counterintuitive, however email continues to outperform social across the board. E-newsletters allow…
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It’s easy to become overwhelmed with social media options. Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram are the marketing titans, but who wants to miss out on Snapchat, Periscope or Meerkat? So where do you begin? Do you try to do it all, or do it well? Your company’s social media needs are unique to your brand,…
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Social media is not just about collecting followers or meeting a quota; it’s about strengthening your brand and more importantly, telling your story. With 1.65 billion active mobile social accounts globally and 1 million new active mobile social users added every day, having a measurable plan in place increases engagement and builds trust in…
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