Weak calls to action are often the culprit behind poorly performing marketing. Here are 7 reasons your calls to action (CTA) are probably failing (and how to fix them). 1. You don’t know what you want from your audience. Okay… so ultimately, you know what you want....
The word gamification has been around for several years now. It describes a marketing and recruitment trend that at times has felt like a fad. But I’d like to explore the power of gamification as a concept that we should all be thinking more about in the coming...
Audience-first marketing goes well beyond crafting content your audience will love. Being audience-first also determines the channels you use to reach your audience and the frequency of your publications. It’s also an obsession on how your audience reacts to your...
During my nearly 30 years in higher ed marketing, fundraising appeal letters have been the bedrock of alumni and donor development. They’re especially relevant as we inch closer to the end of 2023. That’s because about 30% of nonprofit donations happen during...
To get the most out of every dollar, higher ed marketers need to follow best practices for PPC and digital marketing. In today’s fast-paced world, staying ahead of digital trends is crucial. Besides that, higher ed marketing is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor. Each...