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Do it like Netflix: how to create content in the streaming era
In this post, you’ll learn lessons from Netflix that you can apply for your own content strategy in the streaming era.
How to newsjack popular trends like the #WorldCup for your brand
Building a brand on the back of a popular news item or trend can work — or not — based on the timing and effectiveness of your campaign. This post explores the art of the newsjack.
The end of boring content: A call to belong
There is no more room in the world for boring content. Stop trying to fit in. Instead you need to belong. This is an urgent imperative for the marketing world today.
Negotiating the new relationship between content and platform
The rules of breaking out on the internet have changed so much. It’s time to re-negotiate the relationship between content and platform.
Five golden lessons from writing 2,000 blog posts (and counting)
I’ve learned some lessons from writing more than 2,000 blog posts. Here are a few surprises that may resonate with content creators.
New Research Answers: Is Content Marketing Sustainable?
New research shows that content effectiveness declines as volume increases. Is content marketing sustainable under these conditions?
Content Shock isn’t the problem. It’s the solution.
Controversial? Hardly. Content Shock is actually the most effective content marketing strategy if your goal is inbound marketing benefits
How to find homegrown content marketing evangelists
The most important trait of a new content creation team might be enthusiasm. Here are tips to get your effort going
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