Having an integrated marketing strategy in place allows you to stay organized and plan for the future. Many brands build out their strategies up to a year in advance to ensure marketing goals are met. The spread of COVID-19 reminds us of the importance of being able to pivot your brand’s strategy at any time….
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From sustainable practices to tackling issues in the food and fine beverage space, brands can use various marketing strategies for success. And just like other industries, the hospitality and foodservice industries are no different when it comes to requiring a solid marketing strategy. With a reported $863,000,000,000 sales in foodservice this past year, it is…
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“Art in general (and [Hugh MacLeod’s] signature style of cartoon art in particular) can express ideas, vision, beliefs, stories, culture, mission and purpose faster, better and more deeply than any other method of business communication.” ~ gapingvoid.com First: Meet Hugh MacLeod, a Cartoonist on a Mission! Hugh MacLeod is a cartoonist and the Creative Director…
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Most kids want to be something like a doctor, a lawyer or a teacher when they grow up. I used to dream of becoming a trapeze artist and joining the circus. I don’t spend my days flying high under the big top; however, I like to think I came pretty close with my career in…
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Social media has refined itself in its tenure as a modern powerhouse, a lynchpin almost, in modern advertising. A business that does not incorporate social media is laughable in this day and age. But, since everyone is a player, there’s more to it than the basics we’ve grown accustomed to. In integrated marketing, it’s important…
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“Numbers have an important story to tell. They rely on you to give them a voice.” -Stephen Few In dealing with multiple communications channels, a number one priority is to pull as much data from each channel that is physically possible before making strategic decisions in marketing a brand. While data is key in integrated…
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Today, language has shifted. Inside and outside of marketing, economy of words is key. Twitter has reinvented the way we have thoughts; Vine has reinvented the way we make videos. Everything is either a headline or a punch line, now, and it all happens quickly. If you want to continue to affect change on the…
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After more than two years of working side-by-side our stellar Integrated Marketing Manager, Katie Foley, I’ve learned not only a thing or two about managing and executing branding campaigns, but also about “Spirit Junkie” Gabrielle Bernstein and her positive affirmations. Us sass monsters out there try to toughen up before reaching for these affirmations but it’s…
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As an integrated marketing agency it is our job to keep content new and interesting. Sometimes connecting with your audience could be difficult considering the array of social media platforms available today (check out my last post on the many platforms to use for video marketing, the latest social media craze). With the birth of…
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I was first introduced to SEO about 5 years ago while working at a large network TV dot com. The SEO team was separated from the content team and the SEO specialists passed around convoluted keyword reports at the end of every department meeting that wasn’t really digested but anyone who was actually developing the…
Modern integrated marketing solutions are heavily reliant on social media. To ignore social media is to reject the future, and if your company doesn’t evolve, it dies. The problem is with so many runners in the race it can be difficult to stand out. Luckily, in integrated marketing, it’s not about finishing first, it’s about…
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Integrated marketing, social media marketing specifically, is an ocean, and no site is an island. At our integrated marketing agency, we understand that when you drop a piece of data into the water, its ripples emanate outwards, far beyond the plane of your site and even related sites. It’s important to think of modern marketing…
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At lotus823, we are the needle and thread to creating a seamless experience for client and customer. As a fully integrated marketing agency, making sure that there is uniform information across all media is extremely important. Social media platforms are ever changing, syncing with some (and not others) and competing with one another. It’s important…
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As I’ve written about again and again, us loti love food here at our integrated marketing headquarters. As for me, I love all the worst best foods: grilled cheese and bacon, Chinese food, disco fries… bring it on! But alas, the perpetual, daily 2 p.m. craving of a nap on the cocoa puff always catches…
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Integrated marketing is about adapting to change. If you’ve been at the same position in your office for a little while now, chances are you’re beginning to feel complacent. If your work is good, then your work is good, and it’s easy to lose sight of ambition. Don’t forget that you can always be better. Usually,…
Confession: I love celebrities. I read People.com daily and I am obsessed with being “in the know.” Having recently joined the lotus823 integrated marketing agency, I quickly made it apparent to all of my fellow loti that I love celebrity gossip and can talk about it for hours. Personally, I like to think that my…
“The history of communication is mankind’s search for ways to improve upon shouting.” (via http://wronghands1.wordpress.com/2013/03/31/vintage-social-networking/) The smoke signal is one of the world’s oldest forms of communication and yet, in March of 2013, it was the vehicle through which major world news was delivered – a new pope was appointed. Yes, modern communication forms immediately…
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“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,…
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 workday always makes me feel hungry. Whether sorting e-mails, corresponding with clients or pitching new products, the brainwaves used at work seem to burn more calories than my nightly runs. That busy feeling is something we all crave and thrive on at lotus823. Whether the public relations team is vigorously pitching a new product…
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Pinterest Positivity. Indulge in some Monday-oriented quotes from Pinterest. You’ll come across gems such as this: Quote it Out. Are you the type that simply loves a good old plain text quote? We got you: For your Facebook page: Dear Monday, Thanks for having the word “mon” in you. That’s French for “mine,” in case…
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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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Unlocking Marketing Opportunities at CES 2025
November 25, 2024
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has long been the premier global stage for showcasing innovation in technology and consumer products. With CES 2025 just around the corner, it’s time for brands, marketers, and innovators to strategize how to make the most of this unparalleled platform. Whether you’re a startup looking for exposure or a seasoned...
Why Selling to Major Retailers Could Transform Your Business
November 20, 2024
Are you a manufacturer looking to boost your sales and expand your market presence? Partnering with major retailers might just be the strategy you need to achieve these objectives. Here are seven compelling reasons why this approach can elevate your business. 1. Amplified Brand Visibility When you partner with major retailers, your products are exposed...
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