A PR pitch is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure using a journalist who covers your industry. Unlike a press release, a pitch tends to be less formal and more personalized. A solid pitch can lead to a beneficial long term media relationship which can have profound benefits for a brand or business. However, with...Read More

We are living in an era where content is indeed a king. The internet has opened up unprecedented avenues for brands. Online content helps them share their stories and reach out to audiences. Good and original content that has relevant information and carries a cohesive message is an excellent way to connect with existing customers....Read More

The purchasing preferences of consumers can change frequently. However, their buying behaviour is generally more resistant to change.  It takes something significant to create this kind of a mental shift. When consumers’ instincts are transformed, buying behaviour changes, which means they’ve evolved on a subconscious level. Havard professor, Gerald Zaltman, believes that over 95% of purchasing decisions...Read More

Content marketing is a fantastic tool for companies to engage with current and potential customers. It allows for brands to control their message and can have a profound effect on sales if a piece of content goes viral. Well-written content should be at the heart of any marketing strategy. However, over two-thirds of businesses don’t currently have...Read More

Traditionally, we characterise hard-selling as an overtly direct sales approach.  Honed for decades, this method can include cold-calling, aggressive advertising, and attempts to play on a consumer’s fears.  For example, a salesperson might try and convince a customer that a particular model is limited. If they wait, they could miss out or end up paying...Read More

Remote working has gained a lot of popularity and is fast becoming a way to attract talent to successful companies. Employees who are able to work remotely report being happier and more productive compared to their office-based counterparts. For organizations with a remote team, it also has the added benefit of being extremely cost-effective and can...Read More

Over the past two decades, the internet has given customers more information and awareness than ever before. Marketing strategy has adapted dramatically to cater to this paradigm shift. However, despite early fears of the empowered consumer, smart marketers have learned how to use this change to their advantage. Digital Marketing Guru Jay Baer has been at the...Read More

This is my first intern experience as well as the first time working remotely, the learning curve is bound to be steep. I have had to learn the job and also adapt to a completely new way of approaching work. I have to be a “self-motivated expert” to be able to work remotely. It is...Read More

In the first post of this series, we established why and how social media marketing can help SMEs and startups scale their business. We discussed the nuances of getting it right and also busted some myths about social media marketing. In this post, let us explore some tips about how to engage people on social...Read More