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Current Trends in Franchising
If you’re a current or aspiring franchisee or franchisor, it’s important to stay on top of the latest trends in the franchise industry to inform your business decisions. Let’s take a look at some of the most important franchise business and marketing trends and stats. We also included explanations about how to best use these…
Meet Cam “The Mustache” Benak, Account Manager
Cameron Benak, Associate Account Manager I was born and raised right here in Traverse City, Michigan, graduating from Northwestern Michigan College with an associate’s degree in Accounting along with extra credits in general business, marketing and advertising. Out of college, I got a job as a sales assistant at the local news station, TV 7&4,…
The Ultimate Glossary of Content Marketing Terms and Terminology
You don’t need to know it all. In a dynamic industry like digital marketing, even experts like us have to stay on our toes to keep up with the latest content marketing terminology. Industry-specific terms aren’t designed to alienate anyone; they’re created or used to accurately represent the tools, roles, and aspects of content marketing….
Video and Photography Marketing Glossary
With modern technology, anyone can successfully incorporate video marketing into their digital marketing strategy. If you’re still learning digital video terminology, our glossary was made for you. Find a list of video marketing terms you’ll encounter as you expand your video marketing strategy and campaigns, as well as photography glossary terms that are relevant to…
Social Media Marketing Terms to Know
Social media marketing is a huge marketing channel. There are many terms that are used frequently but may not be familiar to everyone. In this blog post, we will define some of the most common social media marketing terms. By understanding these terms, you will be able to better understand social media marketing and how…
How to Make a Content Marketing Plan That Works
Businesses can’t afford to guess and check their content marketing strategy. By learning how to make a content marketing plan built around your goals and within your capabilities, you can create a road map that leads you from where you are to where you need to be. Before creating content, bring your stakeholders together and…
Tips for Choosing the Right Web Design Agency
So, it’s time to build a website for your business, or update your existing site? That’s great! Wait, don’t be afraid! It’s going to be ok! These types of projects are a large (and sometimes nerve-wracking) undertaking, but finding and choosing the right web design agency to partner with will go a long way toward…
What’s New in Google Analytics 4?
Google Analytics 4 offers several new features that make cross-domain tracking, event reporting, and gathering valuable insights more convenient for marketers. While the transition to GA4 might seem like a steep learning curve, there’s one big reason to invest time in learning the platform: You have to. Google announced that Universal Analytics will stop gathering…
The Practical Guide to Google Local Listings for Franchise Businesses
Google provides powerful tools to connect customers to local businesses. Using Google local listings can help franchisors make the most of their marketing dollars and support franchisee growth. Take ownership of your Google Business Profile and get started! Essential Google Local Listing Terms Before we get started, here are two terms used throughout this guide…
Meet Laura Payne
Laura Payne, Head of Social I hail from Cadillac, MI, but my post-college journey took me to various parts of the country. While at MSU as a Spartan, I pivoted towards the entertainment industry and headed to Full Sail University in Orlando, FL, to pursue a degree in entertainment business. After graduation, I soaked up the…
Introducing Amanda Olsen
Amanda Olsen, Social Media Manager and Strategist I currently live in Midland, MI but I grew up in Muskegon—only a ten-minute drive from the lake. I have a Master of Arts in English Language & Literature/Creative Writing from Central Michigan University and also spent those graduate school years teaching ENG 101 to freshmen. Aside from…
Meet Gordy Rozga, Personable Website Developer
Gordon Rozga, Junior Web Developer Born and raised in this beautiful Up-North Mecca that is Traverse City. I’m a self-taught web developer who had contract gigs for a few local agencies and freelanced for a few local businesses. In my previous life, I was bartender at Kilkenny’s Irish Pub here in Traverse City and enjoyed…
