Looking over your Q4 reporting, you’re likely seeing a potentially startling trend: a drastic decline in follower growth, impressions, and engagement on Instagram. It’s not just you. We’ve noticed similar declines across profiles we manage, and even on my own account. So, what gives?
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SEO Demystified: A Conversation with Our Strategic Partner, Chase McGee
SEO remains one of the most misunderstood aspects of digital marketing. Small business owners hear conflicting advice, get overwhelmed by technical jargon, or fall victim to promises of overnight success. That’s why Grace sat down with Chase McGee, our SEO specialist and strategic partner, to cut through the noise. Chase brings years of hands-on experience helping businesses of all sizes navigate the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. In this candid conversation, he shares practical insights, realistic expectations, and actionable advice that any business owner can understand and implement.
Getting Started with SEO: What Every Business Should Know
In the digital age, where visibility can determine a business’s success, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) has emerged as a crucial strategy. In this post, we’ll break down the essentials of SEO, why it matters for your business, and the key steps to building a successful SEO campaign. (more…)
Interesting times: A quick look at AI’s impact in and out of marketing
Artificial Intelligence continues to shape a rapidly evolving digital landscape right before our eyes. As a marketing agency, we’ve been particularly interested in how it may affect the marketing and advertising industry. But, that’s not to say we haven’t seen it used in other aspects. We asked several Reuben Rinkers to weigh in on the most surprising or interesting applications of AI (marketing-related or not) that they’ve seen to date. While some cited examples from the marketing world, others were able to pull from personal experiences. (more…)
Partnering for Authentic Influencer Marketing
Captivating an audience through social media channels is becoming increasingly essential, and even harder to navigate as channels evolve. While creating social media content is a well-established marketing strategy, the popularity of including influencer marketing is rising. Influencer marketing has grown to become a $16.4 billion industry, with 67.9% of US marketers planning to participate in influencer marketing campaigns this year. (more…)
Where & When to Reach Your Audience on Social Media
When your goals include reaching more people, it can be tempting to push your message out via every channel available. But when it comes to social media, it pays to be more selective. By targeting your audiences where and when they’re already scrolling, you can increase returns on your investments and generate higher quality engagement that drives your brand forward.
Not sure which social media platforms will work best for you? Wondering when to post on each account to maximize your reach? We’ve done the legwork for you – check out our roundup of optimal days and times to post, plus an overview of each social network’s top audiences, to get started.
Spice Up Your Life – The PSL Craze
Nothing marks the return of fall quite like the return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) from Starbucks. Introduced in 2003, the PSL has become the coffee giant’s most popular seasonal drink, selling roughly 424 million worldwide.
The Influence of Color Theory
Whether we are developing a new brand identity, updating a website, or laying out an advertisement, color is an integral part of our days. Applying color in a wide array of applications can be challenging and art directors excel at interpretation of color. The art directors at Reuben Rink execute designs for a diverse set of clients every day, and in this blog post we explore the influence color has on their design philosophies.
5 Reasons To Use Google Analytics
You go to the time and effort to put up a website. You make sure it’s designed using best practices and written to enhance your search engine optimization (SEO). But how do you know if anyone is actually visiting it, and if so, how long are they staying? That’s where Google Analytics comes in.
What Fosters Creativity And What Stifles It
At Reuben Rink we’re charged with coming up with ideas every day. We plan, create and execute for a diverse set of clients. How do we draw inspiration and keep our ideas fresh? What happens when we hit a brick wall? Check out how our Reuben Rink Creatives foster creativity – and what stifles it.
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