Interpreting Google Analytics

Google Analytics is a great tool, but determining the meaning of each of its metrics can sometimes be confusing. In this article, we clear up any confusion you may have on certain data terms to ensure you are interpreting your Google Analytics data correctly.

By |January 25, 2018|Articles of Interest, Google Series, Marketing Ideas, Search Engine Optimization, Trends and Technology|Comments Off on Interpreting Google Analytics

Optimizing Your Website for Voice Search

As we saw on our 2018 marketing trends list, the use of voice search is only growing in popularity. With the popularity of voice search only growing, it is important to recognize this shift, and implement SEO tactics to help optimize your website for voice search so you are not missing out on any opportunities.

By |January 16, 2018|Articles of Interest, Just for Fun, Marketing Ideas, News/Announcements, Search Engine Optimization|Comments Off on Optimizing Your Website for Voice Search

2018 Website Design Trends

As a Milwaukee website design company, we love to predict what trends we will see in the upcoming year. In 2017, we saw simplistic, flat designs with an emphasis on mobile-first. With mobile still a major trend, we believe 2018 will be the year of the user with websites being tailored to increase overall user experience.

By |January 10, 2018|Articles of Interest, Marketing Ideas, Search Engine Optimization, Website, Website Design|Comments Off on 2018 Website Design Trends

New Marketing Tools! SharpSpring Social

SharpSpring Social and the new Content Calendar are now available! SharpSpring Social includes powerful conversion tools you can only get with fully-integrated marketing automation. It’s designed to help you turn lead interactions into meaningful conversations that generate sales. Create, schedule & publish content to social media accounts from SharpSpring.

By |January 4, 2018|Articles of Interest, Email Marketing, Just for Fun, Marketing Ideas|Comments Off on New Marketing Tools! SharpSpring Social

Our Most Popular Articles of 2017

In celebration of 2018, we've put together our top 18 articles of 2017. Thank you to all of you for your support. Our clients, readers, and watchers have helped to make it a great year at Ocreative, and we are so grateful for all of you. We hope 2017 was just as fun, exciting, and profitable for you.

2018 Marketing Trends: How Marketing Will Change Next Year

The rise of in-home voice-first devices and companies choosing to break the mold of traditional ads will influence what we will see next year. Take a look at what we think 2018 will bring and what you should focus on as we ring in the new year.

By |December 27, 2017|Articles of Interest, Email Marketing, Marketing Ideas, Search Engine Optimization, Trends and Technology|Comments Off on 2018 Marketing Trends: How Marketing Will Change Next Year

Top 5 Tips for Creating Better Content for Your Website

If you are wanting to grow your online presence, one phrase you have probably heard before is “content is king”. It is true that content is a key driver of traffic to your website. Unfortunately, creating content isn’t as simple as it sounds. Not just any block of text will bring you traffic. Here our top 5 tips to ensure your content generates the traffic you need to grow your online presence.

By |December 19, 2017|Articles of Interest, Marketing Ideas, Search Engine Optimization, Trends and Technology, Website, Website Design|Comments Off on Top 5 Tips for Creating Better Content for Your Website

Breaking Down Corporate Branding

What is branding? Branding is about the promise of a distinct, memorable experience. It's about creating an expectation and delivering it consistently every time anyone comes into contact with your brand. It's how you make your customers feel about themselves and their decisions when they are interacting with your brand.

By |November 29, 2017|Articles of Interest, Branding, Marketing Ideas|Comments Off on Breaking Down Corporate Branding

The Evolution of a Brand

As the philosophers say, change is the only constant in life. Life is flux, and people evolve to progress. The brands that people depend on need to evolve, too. Logo identity is a vital part of any company’s brand. A brand sets the company's tone, image, and expectations.

By |November 15, 2017|Articles of Interest, Branding, Marketing Ideas, Search Engine Optimization, Trends and Technology|Comments Off on The Evolution of a Brand

Adwords Help: A Guide To Understand Your Google Adwords

Google Adwords is an extremely powerful online marketing tool. But without proper knowledge of how the platform works, it could be more detrimental to your business than beneficial. In this article, we will discuss the most important data and analytics in Google Adwords and Google Analytics to look at to determine whether your campaigns are performing well and benefitting your business.

By |November 9, 2017|Articles of Interest, Marketing Ideas, Search Engine Optimization|Comments Off on Adwords Help: A Guide To Understand Your Google Adwords