In 2024, link building emphasizes quality over quantity, focusing on building relationships, earning editorial placements, and leveraging strategic partnerships to acquire authoritative backlinks, aligning with search engine algorithms’ evolving emphasis on relevance and credibility for sustainable SEO success. Search Engine Journal is hosting a webinar ‘Link Building in 2024: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What’s Next?’ on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at 2.00 pm ET. The SEJ team says, “Getting quality backlinks is one of the hardest parts of SEO, and Google... [...]

The latest The SERP’s Up SEO podcast episode is titled ‘What’s your SEO maturity?’. The SERP’s Up team says, “How does the maturity of your site factor into SEO? Ultimately, an SEO strategy without phases of site development is no SEO strategy at all. Wix’s Mordy Oberstein and Crystal Carter take a look at site maturity and how it factors into SEO, as they help you understand why identifying stages of maturity is so crucial to organic search success. Grace Frohlich of Brain Labs stops by to discuss a framework you can use to determine the maturity of your site... [...]

Effective client communication hinges on clear, timely updates and active listening to understand their needs fully, fostering trust and alignment for successful collaboration. Social Media Examiner has published the latest episode of the Social Media Marketing Podcast ‘How to Create Clear Client Communication Systems’ featuring Kevin Kwok. This episode covers the following: How to Approach Client Communication Differently How to Set Up and Manage Expectations for New Clients Effective Communication Channels for Maintaining Client Relationships How... [...]

Personalized marketing tailors brand messaging and experiences to individual preferences and behaviors, fostering deeper connections, higher engagement, and increased conversion rates, driving business success through meaningful customer relationships. Digital Marketing Depot is hosting a webinar ‘5 Ways To Level Up Your Personalization Strategy in 2024’ on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 1.00 pm EDT. The DMD team says, “Marketers that deliver consistent and personalized experiences across channels bridge the gap between digital and face-to-face marketing and will beat out the competition. This... [...]

CaptivateAI Studio builds Instagram Reels CaptivateAI Studio makes short work of YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, TikToks, and other short videos. That’s good because these short videos are all the rage now. People consume them like they were popcorn. After all, how many reels or other short videos do you watch in a day? It’s reported that on average, people spend 3 hours a day watching reels. That’s hard to believe (unless you are one of them), but sad to admit, we don’t dare start watching, or we could be stuck for at least an hour, ourselves. That’s why it’s... [...]

Email newsletters offer a direct and personalized channel for disseminating valuable content and updates to subscribers, fostering engagement and building a loyal audience. Additionally, they enable educators to establish authority in their field, drive traffic to their platforms, and nurture meaningful relationships with their community. HubSpot contributor Ginny Mineo has published an article featuring 13 steps to build email newsletters. She says, “In this article, I’ve put together a comprehensive checklist to help you get started with your email newsletter strategy. Drawing on my own... [...]

The countdown to the end of third-party cookies has begun in Google Chrome, and the impact will be big for those reliant on them for data collection. Search Engine Journal is hosting a webinar ‘Google 3rd-Party Cookie Deprecation [Update] + 5 Best Strategies’ on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 2.00 pm ET. The SEJ team says, “Join experts from CallRail and Workshop Digital as we dive into the impending changes driven by Google Chrome’s upcoming phase-out, and how you can navigate the challenges of a post-third-party cookie world. You’ll learn: What the death of... [...]

Email marketing continues to be a cornerstone of digital strategy, offering direct, personalized communication channels that nurture customer relationships, drive conversions, and provide measurable ROI, making it indispensable for businesses seeking to engage and retain their audience effectively. Copyblogger has published ‘The Ultimate Guide To Email Marketing’. Tim Stoddart says, “This guide simplifies email marketing. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced user, it covers everything you need to know to start a highly successful email marketing strategy with minimal time... [...]

In 2024, SEO remains crucial for businesses, enabling them to navigate the digital landscape effectively, optimize visibility, and stay competitive amidst evolving search engine algorithms and user behaviors, ensuring sustained online relevance and growth. HubSpot has published the latest ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ podcast episode ‘SEO Is Dead… 5 Ways To Save Your Business In 2024’. The video covers the following: SEO industry hit hard by algorithm updates. Google feature snippet: Content shown on Google. AI chat’s user experience. Google’s... [...]

YouTube offers marketers a vast platform for audience engagement and brand visibility, where compelling storytelling and authentic connection reign supreme in driving conversions and fostering brand loyalty. Social Media Examiner has published the latest episode of the Social Media Marketing Podcast ‘Creating Viral Reach on YouTube Even if You’re Brand New’ featuring Liz Germain. This episode covers the following: Why Marketers Should Pay Attention to YouTube Understanding YouTube’s Algorithms and Traffic Sources How to Create Viral... [...]