The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was a new law passed by the European Union in April 2016, affecting all businesses large and small. The GDPR law will come into effect on May 25th, 2018. Summary of the new legislation states that all companies that collect data on citizens of the European Union will need to comply with the new rules which set strict standards for collection of consumer data.
Any Google search for “email marketing” returns a staggering amount of hits including a wide variety of email marketing platforms bidding for your attention and your money. While choosing the right email marketing platform is essential, it is only half the battle. In part 1 of our email marketing series, we help you choose the right email marketing platform for your business and key factors to consider.
While digital ads can be a useful and successful component in marketing to new customers, the time-tested nature of print ads are more relevant than ever. Buying ad space in magazines, newspapers, and popular print are already considered commonplace, but businesses often forget the power of direct mail. So much so, that there is a widespread assumption that direct mail is dead.
Business cards continually remain an important piece of business collateral, even as we evolve digitally. As a first impression, business cards are the first step in introducing your brand to a new contact. Business cards are tangible items that carry more weight than a quick email or contact share on a smartphone. Different design elements ensure your business card attracts attention and drives recipients to your online presence.
Having a strong social media presence can help your business in several ways. Business’ social media platforms act as multiple gateways to a business’ website, creating an external linking structure and more opportunities to appear in search results. Social media creates a way to increase brand awareness and customer base.
To thrive in today's digital world, businesses need to thoroughly evaluate their customer retention marketing strategies, including the tools they use to reach their customers. Marketing automation is the most effective way to reach out and stay connected. Automated marketing requires the use of a software platform, comprising tools to better market to your target audience.
Expanding your digital footprint is an important step in truly connecting with your consumers. Claiming online business listings, developing SEO for your website, spending a little time and money on locally targeted PPC campaigns, and following up with online reviews are the best ways to achieve an effective online presence for your local business.
A new year means a new marketing plan and strategy. As you plan for 2018, one strategy we feel is the most important is diversity. Diversity in your marketing plan means not throwing all your marketing eggs in one basket, and instead putting your resources and efforts into employing multiple marketing tactics.
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.
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.
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