We spend a significant time of our day on smartphones with roughly 30 hours a week spent using our favourite apps. This could be to shop, message or scroll social media platforms. This is when smartphones provide a great opportunity for businesses to market their product and services to consumers around the area of their business. From a marketing perspective, it is one the most effective mobile-focused tactics you can use, and it’s called Geofencing. What is Geofencing? Mobile phones are like tracking devices,
In-house Marketing vs Agency: Which One is Right for You?
Do you often wonder about the differences between building an in-house marketing team versus outsourcing to a specialised agency? There are pros and cons for both. Sometimes, having your own in-house team could be the best for your business, but other times outsourcing your intensive parts of marketing strategy is just what your company needs. It all comes down to team size, project complexity and your business needs. Keeping my biases aside, I am about to lay out a few key points to consider
Introducing ReachSocial Ads with Smart Optimisation Technology
Introducing to you one of the greatest highlights of 2018, ReachLocal’s very own ReachSocial Ads (RSA) with Smart Optimisation Technology. A social advertising solution for both Facebook and Instagram with AI technology, something not even Facebook offers yet. This technology is specifically designed to run multiple Facebook advertising objectives in a single campaign and optimise that campaign around one specific goal. Both Facebook and RSA have set goals you can choose from. Whether you are choosing to optimise for contact generation, increased reach or creating
5 Ways to Get More Online Reviews
Whether it’s choosing a restaurant or deciding on which movie to watch, we frequently turn to online reviews to help us make decisions. Thanks to the internet, we are now more informed and empowered by leaving reviews on business sites, search engines and social media. In fact, 90% customers read online reviews before making any buying decisions – completely changing the way we purchase products and services. Customer reviews are extremely influential in helping to increase your sales. They are one of the best ways to get
Reap the Benefits of Revamping Your Website
In any line of work, first impressions are everything! Your website is your business’s most important marketing asset, it should reflect the company’s persona. Perhaps you are thinking, “I’ve got everything I need for a customer on my website”, but when was the last time you updated it? Customer standards are evolving along with technology, so if a site isn’t current then it will be perceived as outdated. If you stay on top of the latest trends and understand users’ behaviours, then you can move far
Benefits of Social Media for Your Business
Considering there are over a billion active users daily on social media, it is not news that every business should be present on these channels. But there are number of elements that can work towards the success or failure of your business on social media. By the end of this blog, you should have a better understanding of how to set yourself up on these channels, know exactly how social media can benefit your business. As of January 2018, there are over 3.196 billion active users on social media, and that number is growing day by day. Social media has a huge impact on society and the way we consume information. Social
The Psychology Behind Video Advertising
86% of internet users have been swayed by video advertising to purchase a product. That’s almost double that of written content, sitting at only 44%. This staggering statistic highlights the serious power of video when it comes down to the nitty-gritty of purchasing behaviour. So why is video advertising so successful when it comes to engaging audiences? The answer lies in consumer psychology. There are 3 ‘powers of persuasion’ (also known as the pillars of rhetoric) that can be used to
Bidding on Your Brand Name – Should You Do It?
As a business owner or marketer I’m sure you’ve asked yourself the following question: “Should I bid on my business’ brand name as a keyword?” Good question! Let’s take a look in more detail at some points you should consider when making this decision. The first consideration is, are you paying for something that you would normally get for free? You may have a strong brand name already, you may have a lot of repeat business or prospects who have
Digital Marketing Tips For The Holiday Season
Every year, as soon as Melbourne Cup is behind us, it seems like Christmas is here. Holiday marketing campaigns pop up almost immediately with signs appearing in shops, festive banners appearing on websites and promotional emails hitting inboxes – all complete with a dash of Christmas cheer. What does this mean for your business? Well, in the midst of preparing for a hectic holiday season, it’s tempting to play it safe with your digital marketing and stick with what you
Target Local Customers Quickly and Efficiently
Digital advertising is a great way to get in front of customers who are searching for your products and services online, as well as get brand awareness for people who may not know about your business. But where do you even start? Here’s how you can pair two strategies to target local customers quickly and efficiently. Search Marketing: Search ads appear at the top of search results when people look for products and services. These ads make sure that your