Our Thoughts

Welcome to where we say the quiet parts out loud. From marketing truths and creative trends to business growth strategies, we unpack what works, what doesn't, and what's next. No fluff. Just insights you can actually use.

Winning: It’s all about the team

We’ve won another Best + Brightest award! You might be thinking, “Wow, they must be doing a lot of things right!” Well, we believe that’s true, but don’t take our word for it. Ask our team members. We did. There are thousands of awards up for grabs in the marketing...

Is your biz (search) trending?

Marketers have access to an abundance of search data, content and recommendations from Google but let’s be honest – all of that information can be a bit overwhelming at times, especially if you don’t know where to start. Laying the foundation Most of us are familiar...

Challenging the sales norm

Some things in life rarely change, and sales techniques used to fall into this category – until now. Let’s talk about one of the most impactful selling tactics: the challenger. Sales for business growth The formula for successful selling has always been to establish a...

The impending “cookie-pocalypse”

Yes, it’s true. Google Chrome will soon stop allowing cookies that collect data on individual users’ browsing habits. Here’s what you need to know so the impending “cookie-pocalypse” doesn’t derail your marketing strategy. These are very different kinds of...

Asking the tough questions

Let’s face it – answering tough, high-level questions about your organization can be pretty intimidating. However, it’s an important part of the process because it forces you to look at your business through a more critical and strategic lens. With this outlook,...

Writing an agency RFP? Here’s what you need to know

As a digital marketing agency, we have received hundreds of RFPs. We’re here to guide you in improving the chances of receiving meaningful proposals in return. Rethinking the RFP Think of your project as a problem waiting to be solved. The agency partner you seek is...

How do you stack up?

Digital marketing is all about getting your message on the right channel, in front of the right people, and at the right time in the customer journey. If your efforts pay off, however, depends on how they stack up to your competitors. Taking the first step It all...

5 modern-day black pioneers in martech

For many, Black History Month is a time to recognize and acknowledge the accomplishments of black Americans who have contributed to our nation — back in the day. But the real opportunity to realize this ongoing impact lies in the extraordinary work being done...

It was inevitable

Industry watchers following the digital versus traditional trends acknowledge that the single most important differentiator is the ability for digital marketers to target tailored audience segments. Digital marketing now accounts for close to 60% of all ad spending....

B2B salespeople and the end of an era

It’s the end of an era for sales folks. Roaring into a new year, and a new consumer environment, B2B salespeople are finding themselves in some very unfamiliar territory. Over the last 13 years in B2B sales, we’ve had the opportunity to witness some pretty exciting...