The latest trend on social media is Instagram Reels: short videos that can be synced to music or audio clips. If you have a good following on Instagram, why not give Instagram Reels a try with these nine creative ideas for businesses.
Our Predictions: Top Digital Marketing Trends 2020
The most awaited year for marketers and advertisers is here. This year we are going to see more digitalisation and automated interaction between brands and consumers. In this blog, we will share with you our predictions to give you a competitive advantage for your 2020 marketing. Data-Driven Marketing Data-driven marketing has evolved from simply measuring bounce rates and cost-per-click. Businesses are now recognising the importance of analysing data to understand consumer behaviour and interactions in order to cater to a consumer’s personal needs. In 2020, 40% of
Video Marketing is Growing!
In December 2018, we predicted that video marketing would be the most prominent trend of 2019, and we were right. As of this year, 87% of businesses have used video as a marketing tool. Video today has a significant impact on consumers’ choices and buying decisions, so it’s essential for marketers to understand the most valuable ways to apply it. Let’s find out where is video going this year. Going Live Live videos resonate well with audiences because they provide a ‘real experience’ which helps shape brand image and loyalty. 78% of
Benefits of Social Media for Your Business
Considering there are over a billion active users daily on social media, it is not news that every business should be present on these channels. But there are number of elements that can work towards the success or failure of your business on social media. By the end of this blog, you should have a better understanding of how to set yourself up on these channels, know exactly how social media can benefit your business. As of January 2018, there are over 3.196 billion active users on social media, and that number is growing day by day. Social media has a huge impact on society and the way we consume information. Social
OK Google, Optimise My Business For Voice Search
We are all aware that voice technology is on the rise. With tech giants building more devices with digital assistants and consumer demand growing, one thing is clear; voice search is here to stay. Current trends 41% of adults and 55% of teens are using voice search daily, making this a trend that cannot be ignored. What does this mean for our Australian market and local businesses? Our Product Manager Rooman Osamany notes, “We have seen this reoccurring trend with all our solutions – whether it is YouTube Advertising, ReachSearch or ReachDisplay, we notice here in Australia we pick up on trends not long after they have gained popularity in the
Video Advertising – Why It Works
There is no shortage of material circulating business hubs imploring marketers to make the shift towards video advertising – but what is it about video content that makes it so successful? The plain and simple answer is that it works. Here are a few insights into the powers at play when it comes to why video advertising is taking the market by storm, and why more and more businesses are (rightly) jumping on the bandwagon. #1 Video Advertising Increases
Digital Marketing Tips For The Holiday Season
Every year, as soon as Melbourne Cup is behind us, it seems like Christmas is here. Holiday marketing campaigns pop up almost immediately with signs appearing in shops, festive banners appearing on websites and promotional emails hitting inboxes – all complete with a dash of Christmas cheer. What does this mean for your business? Well, in the midst of preparing for a hectic holiday season, it’s tempting to play it safe with your digital marketing and stick with what you
Target Local Customers Quickly and Efficiently
Digital advertising is a great way to get in front of customers who are searching for your products and services online, as well as get brand awareness for people who may not know about your business. But where do you even start? Here’s how you can pair two strategies to target local customers quickly and efficiently. Search Advertising: Search ads appear at the top of search results when people look for products and services. These ads make sure that your
Your Top 5 Geofencing Questions, Answered!
Geofencing – it sounds like a complex marketing term. But it doesn’t have to be difficult to understand or implement. We’ve answered five of the most commonly asked questions with everything you need to know about this location-based marketing technology. First of All, What is Geofencing? Our top geofencing tactics for small companies provide an effective way, targeting consumers at a hyperlocal level to increase brand awareness and conversions in your area or virtual perimeter using GPS. When a mobile
The Inside Scoop: Microsoft/Bing Roundtable, Powered by ReachLocal
If you haven’t already heard, we had the pleasure of hosting a Microsoft Bing Roundtable Session for an exclusive group of ReachLocal business partners at our Sydney Headquarters last week. While you can read more about the event here, I’m sure you’re keen to learn about the key insights and details that were discussed with Rik van der Kooi. Rik van der Kooi (Corporate VP Microsoft Search Advertising, Seattle USA) took our guests and team through the following topics: Growing