As we all learn to adapt to the new Artificial Intelligence driven era it’s easy to forget Tech giants must also embrace change and evolve with the changes governed by AI. Google is no exception, and as they turn 25 they continue to stay at the forefront of the world’s technology landscape, by continuously improving…
DetailsAwareness: At the top of the funnel, potential customers become aware of you. Their trigger (need or want) point may be approaching, and they are beginning to open their minds to solutions. Interest: Prospects express an interest in your offering. They are researching and considering various options, and it’s at this point they may make…
Details2021 has been prolific year packed with new client campaigns to help sales teams acquire leads, close deals and nurture clients. We have jokingly referred to it as the year of ‘Getting Shi*t Done’. Of course, while this is a rather light-hearted view of things it belies a more serious message. Too many business owners…
DetailsI’ll let you in on a secret; when you are organised, provide research and a detailed marketing copywriting brief we love it. But give us half an hour with three key people from around your business, and you’ll be rewarded with clearer, more persuasive copy. And let’s speak plainly: all businesses need better copy. Read…
DetailsBuilding an email list is essential to the long-term success of your business. This is because changes to social media algorithms or PPC prices won’t stand in the way of you reaching your audience. Trouble is, getting started with an email strategy can feel overwhelming. And, if you don’t have a dedicated ‘owner’ they tend to…
DetailsWe’re all suckers for ‘shiny object syndrome’ every now and again. In fact, you may well be suffering from it right not, and not even realise. For example, do you want a new website in 2021, but you’re not really sure why? Shiny object alert! Jill Willis, Attract & Engage Managing Partner says: If…
DetailsAccount Based Marketing is one of the B2B marketing tactics SMEs should focus on for 2021 – and the good news is it’s a natural fit. Smaller B2B firms turning over under £5m are already skilled in hyper-personalisation and relationship building. It’s a natural step for these same firms to embrace a deeper Account Based Marketing…
DetailsCustomers’ priorities have changed – has your marketing strategy? Here Jill Willis explores how Covid-19 has shifted customer behaviour and how business owners can adapt. In my previous blog ‘COVID-19 Marketing Communications’ I outlined why, in the early days of the crisis, it was vital to keep communicating with customers and the importance of…
DetailsHistorically businesses have made marketing all about them. Their history, their accreditations, their team. However, the reasons people buy have changed. Customers no longer respond to inward looking messaging and so successful brands are reinventing their brand story. Shifting focus to put the buyer at its centre by answering the fundamental question every potential customer…
DetailsReferral marketing is THE best way to grow your small business, but what happens when you hit the referral ceiling? In this blog, A&E managing partner Jill helps business owners facing a natural growth slow down, by pinpointing the steps to take when word of mouth is no-longer enough Referral marketing rocks, but it’ll only ever get you…
DetailsGrowth Marketing Surgery How to prepare for the challenges ahead – and come back stronger Our businesses are all facing challenging times as the economic impact of Coronavirus bites. And, whether you are just starting out or have been growing your business for a while, one truth remains consistent: you need to prepare for…
DetailsFurloughed workers are not permitted to work, but does this include posts to social media and digital marketing? In this blog, we share our take for business owners, and limited company directors walking the tightrope of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme Can I post to social media during furlough? A tweet, post, blog update…
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