“How can I get more Facebook likes and Twitter followers?” Often I wonder if social media strategists like myself wince a little every time they’re asked that question. It’s a valid question, being the most obvious metric of success on your brand social page. Strategists debate with clients that website traffic and overall content impressions…
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In integrated marketing, effective content is affective content. Think of your business message as a lonely child in a vast new world, poised to embark on a spiritual journey through the digital realm a la Siddhartha. Remember that this idea, be it something you grabbed from Mashable or something you pulled from your own head,…
You’re surely familiar with old adage of “reach exceeding grasp.” If people read your content and then their people will read it through your people, it spirals outwards again further, into the most distant arms of the social media galaxy. So how can you make sure you’re sending your information as far as it can…
What does your favorite color say about your personal brand? Do people gravitate towards brands they personally identify with? Articles recently published in Fast Company and Entrepreneur examine the science behind why brands choose certain colors. Even if Facebook is blue only because The Zuck is red-green color blind, these articles examine several amazing reasons…
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The key to a successful marketing campaign is communication. Integrated marketing is a conversation between company and customer, where proper branding speaks clearly about a product’s worth. Like so many other aspects of marketing, communications skills between people in your office float all the way to the top of your company’s projects. That is to…
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Summer is a bombastic time. Epicurean blockbusters saturate the theaters, larger-than-life hip-hop records drop, and it’s the season when our hemisphere is closest to the sun. We feel our astral position on a philosophical level, and at lotus823 we know that perspective is the difference between good marketing and great marketing. So, in the season…
Marketing professionals know that things rarely ever stay the same. Whether you’re a PR practitioner, community manager, or SEO guru, change is the engine that drives the digital marketing industry. Being a professional in the digital marketing world can be likened to the movie 50 First Dates. Every day you learn new things; even master…
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In the integrated marketing world, social media plays a pivotal role in delivering a brand’s message as well as generating customer and fan interaction. Let’s look at a few examples of ‘out of the box’ social media marketing utilization. When planning and implementing an integrated marketing campaign, one major component is social media. Along with…
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Being a communications professional is a lot of fun. No day is the same, and the opportunities to grow and learn both professionally and personally are endless. And one thing’s for sure: you never know what you’ll stumble upon on the Internet. Working at an integrated marketing agency requires the daily task of research. I…
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The integrated marketing monthly roundup is your source for all lotus823 blog posts from the past month. From public relations to social media and search engine marketing, we’ve got you covered! This month gives insight into a sass monster’s bad day, fueling creativity, and social media for business. The Sass Monster’s Guide to Turning Around…
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LOTUS823 & CMI CORPORATION ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
May 12, 2025
An End-To-End Marketing & Sales Solution for Suppliers and Brands lotus823 is excited to announce its partnership with CMI Corporation. This new partnership combines the capabilities of CMI, which is to link brands and suppliers with retailers, with the full-service public relations and marketing capabilities of lotus823. CMI works with retailers such as, but...
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May 9, 2025
Introducing a A New End-To-End Marketing & Sales Solution for the Music Industry & Beyond We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Sound Strategy Marketing. This new partnership forges a bond between a traditional manufacturers’ rep firm, Sound Strategy Marketing, LLC, specializing in MI, Pro Audio, DJ, and CE, with the full-service public relations...
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Media Training for Trade Shows: Why It’s Important
March 25, 2025
You invest a lot into trade shows. The significant time coordinating and planning the logistics. The money spent on elaborate booth builds and attendance. The travel for your employees. Have you invested in preparing your team to speak with the media who attend? Media training for trade shows is often an overlooked preparation tactic. A...
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