Choosing your B2B marketing team structure hinges on two essential criteria: something that works for your needs now and something that will work in the future.
B2B marketing team structures every company should consider
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AI’s impact on social media: Top trends and predictions from 1,100+ social media marketing experts
In 2025, every marketing team needs a strong social media strategy to meet their customers where they’re at.
How to master the basics of social media advertising [+ 5 examples]
I can’t imagine any company today experiencing substantial growth without proper social media advertising.
Personalized experiences: Why I love them (+ brand examples)
Personalized experiences are becoming increasingly important to customers — and marketers are listening. Just look at Imañya James, a product and marketing specialist for the widely regarded skincare brand Topicals.
Here are the 23 best lead generation tools + why they matter
When I first started in marketing, the term “lead generation” felt like this big, vague thing everyone was obsessed with, but no one could explain clearly. I’d hear phrases like “capture demand” and “fill your funnel,” and I’d nod along pretending to understand while secretly Googling things like “what is a lead magnet?” during team meetings.
How to learn social media marketing: 33 resources for beginners
Social media marketing is a lot of work. It’s a fast-paced industry that quickly evolves by the time you learn a new skill, trend, or platform update. Whether you’re a marketer, a content creator, or a business owner, understanding social media involves a range of skills that require you to always be learning.
How to hire and manage a remote digital marketing team
The world of hiring and managing remote marketing teams is still changing. You would think that every kink in this process was resolved in 2020, but technology and workers continually evolve. This forces managers to continually update their process for finding and retaining the best marketing talent.
How Gen Z is using AI to build personal brands — a guide that helped me build a LinkedIn presence that’s reached over 140 million
I started my career in modeling, which, as anyone in the industry knows, is basically a crash course in branding. You learn very quickly how to present yourself online, especially on platforms like Instagram. From there, I moved into sales and the world of B2B. I figured, if I could thrive in sales, I could do just about anything.
The fastest growing social media platforms of 2025 [new data]
Are people still using Facebook? What about Threads? And is TikTok’s volatility driving users away? Just 54% of brands say they’re confident they can keep up with new social media platforms.
Attribution is garbage, says this email expert. (Plus, 3 reasons Jay’s a loser.)
“Email is the only marketing channel that offers an equal playing field for all marketers,” says Jay Schwedelson.
AI agents for social media: How to use them right now + what you can expect in the future
I was running social media for an organization when TweetDeck hit the market. That dashboard with mentions, DMs, lists, and trends was the neatest piece of technology. I left it running in a tab 24/7 in between using it to plan our posts and stay abreast of our audience’s needs.
Why your startup needs a content strategy (& how to build one that scales)
A content strategy for startups begins with a simple truth: Every piece of content needs a purpose. I learned this lesson the hard way when managing my first startup blog.
How to work from home: Simple strategies for staying productive
Figuring out how to work from home feels easy, right up until the cat throws up on your computer. And your neighbor, who you can only assume is building a time machine, starts firing up all sorts of power tools. In those moments, remote work life feels more like a punishment than a miracle.
Content aggregators can help you get more eyes on your marketing collateral — here’s how
Those who know me know that I have a healthy obsession with travel. So, I often pore over travel blogs looking for the best way to plan a trip and the best activities to do in a given place. One tool that will always help me find what I need is content aggregation.
15 AI tools to streamline your social media strategy
It’s no secret that content is king. And with more and more channels to keep up with — each requiring unique formats for your creative content — AI tools aimed at social media are stepping in to do some of the heavy lifting.
How to use buyer journey keyword research to unlock SEO-generated revenue
I know the impact of ignoring buyer’s journey keywords all too well. Early in my SEO career, I generated two million clicks for an ecommerce store. The client and I were thrilled. The graph on Google Search Console was trending strongly up.
How to create an effective Facebook ads strategy in 2025
Facebook ads can be incredibly powerful — when they’re done right. Most marketers say it consistently delivers a better ROI than any other social media platform.
28 free advertising tips for your small, large, or local business
When I first started my small business, advertising seemed daunting. With a limited budget, I couldn’t fathom spending thousands on TV commercials or ad campaigns.
AI agents for marketing — I talked to experts about the benefits
I love the Back to the Future series, especially Part II where we see “the future.” Of course, the most famous part of our promised 2015 was the Mattel Hoverboard. A decade later, and I’m still waiting to glide down the sidewalk on my hoverboard.
The pattern of excitement, overpromising, and then reality isn’t relegated to the movies. Because I’m a marketer, AI tools have flooded my working world with the promise of revolutionizing my department and company.
Social media platforms marketers should watch in 2025
Three years ago, if you’d asked Kasey Brown, founder and CEO of Different Breed Media, she’d tell you scheduling one post to identically populate across the gamut of social media platforms was a smart, time-saving strategy.
But in 2025, that won’t fly.
Lead form best practices for capturing high-quality prospects
When I was first setting up my freelance business website, I read tons of articles and social media posts about how to find and attract quality leads. Because none of that advice said much about designing the actual form for capturing those leads, I didn’t put much thought into whether lead form best practices even existed.
The Future of SEO: How People Will Get Their Questions Answered in 2+ Years
I’m optimistic about the future of SEO, and I want everyone who reads this to feel the same. Of course, I can’t deny that things are changing, and I’m preparing for many major shifts over the next few years regarding AI and the future of SEO.
How AI Will Impact Advertising, According to Top Marketing Executives [New Data]
AI is gaining traction in every industry and advertising is no different.
Social Media Marketing Campaigns: What I’d Do to Stand Out on Every Platform [+ New Data]
You and I both know it: there’s no secret to a successful social media campaign. Instead, there’s just strategy; nowadays, posting won’t cut it — and social media marketers are feeling the pressure more than ever.
Global Expansion Misfires and Triumphs: Lessons from Liquid Death & 7-Eleven
The story of 7-Eleven’s remarkable transformation in Japan offers a masterclass in global expansion done right. Despite being an American brand, 7-Eleven has become a beloved institution in Japan with twice as many stores, and 8x higher profit margins than in its home country.
The Best AI Search Engines to Try
I’ve fallen down countless rabbit holes while doing seemingly simple searches: “How to make a latte?” turns into “Latte vs. americano?” which turns into “How bad is caffeine for you?” and ends with “Coffee alternatives.” AI-powered search engines can save you time and give you better results — if you know how to use them.
Email Marketing Plan: Craft & Track Your Email Campaign [Free Template]
If you’ve ever tried to put together an email marketing plan, you might have wanted to pull your hair out at least once or twice. Maybe you didn’t have enough time to properly segment your lists, so you knew your clickthrough rate was gonna totally suck.
Every Team Should Know Its Earned Media Value — Here’s Why
Most brands chase exposure. They pour money into ads and PR, hoping to buy attention. And, it works if you have deep pockets. But if you don’t?
Main Character Energy: What Black Panther Can Teach You About Inclusive Marketing
“Inclusive marketing is all about brands acknowledging the many ways that people are different,” says this marketing master.
A Deep Dive Into the Different Types of AI Agents and When to Use Them
I have seen things I wouldn’t have believed even a few years ago. ChatGPT drafting content strategies from a three-sentence prompt. Grammarly solving my Oxford comma woes across an entire manuscript. I have yet to watch C-beams glitter in the dark. But I’ve witnessed AI reshape how I work — and it’s only just begun.
My Favorite B2B Email Marketing Examples and What Teams Can Learn
A Microsoft study found that people spend 15% of the workday checking email— that’s about six hours a week squinting at their inboxes. While many want that number to be lower, the truth is that email is still a valuable communication tool.
Social Media Engagement: How to Make Your Brand the Life of The Digital Party
Engagement on social media is like mingling at a party.
There could be tons of people in the room (read: following you), the music could be great, and the vibe could be just right, but if no one’s conversing, the party’s dead — and no one wants to throw a lousy party.
How Heike Young Uses Humor to Transform B2B Marketing
It’s rare that a B2B marketer is funny on LinkedIn.
How I Built a $2.6 Million Agency in Year One Without a Sales Team — Using Nothing But LinkedIn
Prior to launching my own marketing business, I worked at athletic apparel company Gymshark, driving our marketing strategy around community. I knew that bringing people together was powerful. I just had to move that concept out of the fitness space and into business. How hard could it be?
The HubSpot Blog’s Social Media Video Trends Report: Data from 1,000+ Social Media Marketers
2025 is upon us, and a new year brings new trends and new challenges. If you‘re a brand looking to leverage social media video this year, you may not know what to expect but don’t worry.
Customer Experience & Marketing: Why CX Matters More Than Any Other Marketing KPI Right Now
I’m fortunate to work on exciting marketing campaigns for fantastic Nickelodeon and Paramount+ titles. But I never forget that customer experience and marketing go hand-in-hand — everything I plan and execute is to fulfill customer wants and needs.