Today, search is a constant part of consumers’ journey, regardless of what stage of the funnel they are in. Thanks to search, the journey itself is longer, more serendipitous and essentially never-ending. Google gives an example […]
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Shopping Insights on the Consumer Journey
The upcoming holiday shopping season is projected to exceed $1 Trillion for the first time ever. Although its share is on the decline, brick and mortar stores still represent the majority of holiday retailing at […]
Thoughts from Google Marketing Live Keynote
In July Google held a conference and livestream where it announced upcoming innovations in all things Googley. Speakers across various marketing specializations focused on three themes: value, transparency, and trust. But if you listen to […]
How Instant Gratification is Reshaping Marketing Strategies
The world market is constantly evolving due to changes in consumer behavior. One behavior that perhaps may be the most influential on how businesses make decisions today is the growing need for instant gratification. Technology […]
Google’s Launch of YouTube Kids has Important Implications for Advertisers and the YouTube Brand
Google is launching its YouTube Kids Android app on Monday, February 23rd. The easy-to-navigate app will show only approved content. While this may present good opportunities for advertisers to reach children, companies will have to comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act.
Utilizing the Second Screen
(GeekWire, 2013) There exists today no shortage of marketing initiatives crafted to exploit new technology. Where can consumers be reached and how can we deepen levels of engagement once we find them? The consensus is that rapidly […]
The Marketing Value of WhatsApp for Facebook
$19 Billion. It is not a bad day to be a stakeholder in the mobile messaging company started by Jan Koum and Brian Acton in 2009. Facebook’s purchase of the CA-based start-up is a clear […]
Marketing Trends in the New Year
A new year always brings a level of excitement to our business and our teaching. We have incoming MBA candidates just dipping their toes in the waters of graduate school, while also assisting those that […]
