The International Housewares Association’s (IHA) latest 2023 Market Watch Report highlights the consumer trends that drive home and housewares success. According to the report, 54% of consumers are eating at home more often and 35% of consumers plan to entertain at home more often, leaving plenty of opportunity for home and houseware brands to flourish…
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Amazon’s Prime Day 48-hour sales event is the company’s largest sale of the year. During last year’s event, Amazon Prime members purchased more than 300 million items worldwide while saving over $1.7 billion. With no official date announced yet, Amazon Prime Day feels close as we are nearing summer. Here is everything you need to…
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In this episode… Join David Hernandez, host of There’s Always a Lyric, in his interview with Alan Kraft, Chief Revenue Officer at The Media Horizons Companies. Alan shares the story about his company’s acquisition, the importance of working with good people, experiencing full circle moments, the state of direct-to-consumer marketing, and more. Episode…
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Another month comes to an end, which means it is time for another industry wrap-up! May has brought us changes in temperature and major updates to our favorite social media platforms. From GIFs in Instagram comments to AI-generated ads, here is everything you need to know that is new from this past month. Social…
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There are around 4 billion daily email users according to Statista, and this number is projected to grow to 4.6 billion by 2025. Utilizing email in your marketing strategy is a quick and ensured way that you are reaching customers and encouraging them to shop again. However, making sure they sign up for your email…
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While Pinterest can often fall through the cracks of a company’s social media marketing plan when put up against other platforms like Tiktok and Instagram, the “pinworthy” app still holds valuable advertising real estate. There is a unique opportunity with Pinterest as it serves as both a social media platform and a search engine. Knowing…
In this episode… Join David Hernandez, host of There’s Always a Lyric, in an insightful conversation with Ralph Quintero, a Founder, Advisor, Investor, Strategist, and passionate Storyteller. Ralph shares his journey as a Miami DJ turned entrepreneur in the Web3 and NFT space, with the support of his family, friends, and mentors. …
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Mother’s Day is the perfect time to reflect on your policies and benefits to evaluate how well you’re doing at accommodating the parents on your team. Millennials currently account for 25% of all parents but this number is expected to jump to 80% over the next decade. Learn more about how to start planning…
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Time to celebrate that lotus823 is one of the 2023 Inc. Best Workplaces for a consecutive year! As a company that truly believes in our culture, core values, and that our employees are our most important resource, we are proud to have cultivated a supportive climate where our team truly enjoys the work they…
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Is your business looking to expand its marketing and advertising efforts? Social media has grown into a powerful tool that advertisers can use to target and reach new customers. Facebook, one of the largest social media platforms, offers advertisers a variety of different advertising options and has its own unique advantages. Before diving into your…
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Top AI Trends Brands Should Watch to Stay Competitive
March 23, 2026
Artificial intelligence (AI) has quickly moved from a marketing experiment to an everyday business tool, and marketing teams are feeling that shift in real time. Brands across industries are using AI to create content faster, understand audiences more deeply, and deliver more personalized experiences. So what are the most important AI marketing trends brands should...
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Celebrating 15+ Years of lotus823: Leadership, Growth, and Building a Woman-Owned Marketing Agency in New Jersey
March 9, 2026
More than fifteen years ago, I took a leap of faith and founded lotus823, guiding its vision and strategy with my husband as a supportive business partner. What started as an idea has grown into a thriving integrated marketing agency in New Jersey, built on strategic thinking, operational excellence, and a leadership philosophy that...
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In the era of AI, 58% of Google searches (U.S.) are now resolved without a click. This means that your website traffic will decrease in 2025 & beyond. You must have a strategic plan to ensure you are still discoverable. That starts with your owned content! Download our free AI blog optimization checklist here: ...
