Change is a natural part of life, whether we like it or not. In spite of our opinion on it, I feel that we should always adapt with the changes that life brings since not keeping up with the times can equate to less success in life. Change is especially prominent in the digital marketing…
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Internship experience is a crucial asset to have on one’s resume prior to graduation day. An internship is a great way to gain experience in the field you wish to start a career in. However, it is not always as simple as it sounds. In today’s corporate landscape, companies don’t utilize their interns to the…
N.J.-based content marketing agency’s social media recognized for “Best Use of Social Media for Event Promotion” EATONTOWN, N.J., February 26, 2014 – Content marketing agency, lotus823, announced that it has received an honorable mention in PR Daily’s 2013 Social Media Awards for “Best Use of Social Media for Event Promotion.” The annual awards program celebrates…
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Over the past few years, users have learned that social media is not only a platform to keep in contact with family and friends, but also a means of direct communication with brands they know and trust. As a digital marketing agency, we have seen firsthand the positive and negative impacts that customer service on social…
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Redesigning a website is an opportunity for a brand to upgrade the aesthetic and functionally of its home on the web. A redesign gives SEO’s a chance to ‘look under the hood’ and retool a site’s SEO qualities. A website redesign is not simply about updated visuals and cool graphics – it’s an opportunity to…
If you don’t follow @MuradOsmann on Instagram, do yourself the favor. You won’t be disappointed. Murad Osmann is a 28 year-old music video producer from Moscow with a creative —and market-centric— mind. He has generated more than 829,000 followers on Instagram, a handful of imitators, and a cult of fans who eagerly await his every…
Looking to launch a crowdfunding campaign? Look before you leap. These days there seems to be a plethora of crowdfunding sites that will make your dream a reality. And, when you think you have a stellar concept, it’s easy to get excited and get ahead of yourself. Your dreams really can come true. Keyword: can….
“Life is not measured by how many breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.” There’s no denying it. People like visuals. They’re quick, to the point and pleasing to the eye. That being said, lets not waste too much time. Instagram. It’s a name we have all come to know…
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If you didn’t read part one, I talked about the “foundation” (the meta data) and “curb appeal” (visual and text elements) of your homepage. In this part, I’ll explain another important way your homepage propels your website. For your reference, here’s another snapshot of the lotus823 homepage. Entryway/Foyer When you open the door to a…
The very first second of your content marketing campaign is everything. People will choose to click or not to click on your site in less time than that, and if nobody opens the door, nobody will see what’s inside, so to speak. Research shows that it takes us roughly 250 milliseconds to lose interest in…
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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...
Building Community Over Followers: The New Social KPI
May 4, 2026
In the early days of social media, there was one metric that indicated success: follower count. Brands, creators, and businesses chased big numbers, believing that scale alone translated into impact. But today, that equation is shifting. Audiences are more discerning, algorithms are more complex, and attention is more fragmented than ever. A large following might...
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Is Earned Media Enough Anymore? The Shift to Amplified PR
April 27, 2026
For decades, earned media has been considered the gold standard of public relations. A feature in a respected publication or a product mention from a trusted journalist carries credibility that paid advertising simply can’t replicate. But while earned media remains one of the most trusted forms of brand exposure, the media landscape has changed...
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Why Long-Term Creator Partnerships Outperform Campaign Bursts In Influencer Marketing
April 20, 2026
Let’s start with a hard truth: Most one-off influencer marketing campaigns don’t deliver the ROI brands expect. They may generate impressions and short-term reach, and they may even look good on a report. But when it comes to building brand trust, driving meaningful engagement, and influencing purchasing decisions, campaign bursts often fall short. That’s...
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