Understanding Visual Branding: Your Guide to Success
Take a moment and think about some of the most popular brands you know. Maybe it’s Target, Nike, the soda you had with lunch, or even your favorite sports team. If I asked you to pick these brands' logos out of a sea of others, I bet you’d be able to do so quickly and...
Chase After The Dream, Don’t Chase After The Money
In this episode… Join David Hernandez, host of There’s Always a Lyric, and 30-year marketer turned Rutgers University professor, author, and keynote speaker, Mark Beal as they dive deep into Mark’s media junky past, current in-class Gen Z think tank’s, and of course...
Building Brand Authenticity: How Transparency on Social Media Can Drive Engagement
Today's consumers, particularly Gen Z and Millennials, demand honesty, integrity, and transparency from brands. Authentic branding involves aligning marketing with the company's values and actions, which includes consistency, customer focus, and a clear purpose....
Why Brands Should Utilize Instagram for Engagement
With the variety of social media platforms available, it can get stressful on how best to properly utilize each. For consumer brands, developing an engagement strategy not only helps with driving authentic conversations, increasing conversions and customer retention...
Every Day Above Ground Is a Great Day, Remember That
In this episode… Join David Hernandez, host of There’s Always a Lyric, as he speaks with Debra Rizzi, the President, partner, and co-founder of rizco, a woman-owned brand-led marketing agency. Tune in as they discuss the impact of AI, how she finds her work-life...
How to Write a Stellar Media Pitch & Why It’s Important
Crafting a great media pitch is key to attracting top-tier journalists, bloggers, and influencers. It's not just about thinking like a journalist and tailoring your pitch—it also needs to be interesting, brief, and relevant. Mastering this skill is crucial if you have...
How To Write Killer Blog Content & Why It’s Important
Blog writing is a powerful tool to connect with audiences, share knowledge, and establish authority. By understanding its purpose and key elements, anyone can create powerful and engaging content. Whether you're new to blogging or are an experienced vet,...