Measuring Marketing Effectiveness

October 13th, 2009 by Tina Hutzelman

Measuring marketing effectiveness requires a commitment by management to allocate sufficient budget, staff, and time. Yet too often, the resources required to capture the desired metrics are more than a company is currently ready to commit. [read more...]

Quit expecting a clear ROI from B2B Social Media

September 30th, 2009 by Robert Middlestetter

When social media is utilized correctly, we communicate with potential customers in a “helpful” manner. Asking, these potential customers to take an action that turns them into a sales lead seems too commercial to me. In fact such and action could be the kiss of death in establishing dialogue. [read more...]

Why marketing is like a three-legged stool

April 10th, 2009 by Tina Hutzelman

Today, the marketing consultants who impact industries and drive growth for their clients, will be those who triangulate three different, yet interrelated, points of view. [read more...]

Thoughts on Recession Marketing

March 19th, 2009 by Robert Middlestetter

Statistically speaking, companies who maintain or increase their advertising spend during a recession find themselves in a stronger competitive position when good times return. [read more...]

Sidestep Website Pitfalls – Part 4

February 27th, 2009 by Tina Hutzelman

Corporate websites are a critical element in fostering long-term relationships with clients and potential clients. To leverage their power, be certain your site is relational, has a clear call to action, and supports the rest of your marketing efforts. [read more...]