Essential resources to bookmark for repurposing content

When you’re repurposing content, you’ve got a lot to consider. This comprehensive list of guidelines and insights will keep you on track for success. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

3 brands that nail their corporate photos (and 3 that don’t)

The best corporate head shots reflect your brand while highlighting your team's personality. Here’s a look at three that work and three that don’t. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Google will start penalizing mobile pop-ups: Here’s what to do

Google will begin penalizing mobile sites for using pop-ups and interstitials. Is yours at risk? | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Your weirdness is another person’s museum

Sometimes embracing “weirdness” is the best way to connect your content with a receptive audience. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

5 lessons designers can learn from Google Maps’ update

Google Maps made some subtle but effective changes to their design. Here are the 5 lessons you can learn from their update. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Do your keyword research: 4 steps for mapping longtail keywords

Ranking for a primary keyword might not be realistic, but that’s where longtail phrases come in. Here are our 4 steps for optimizing for longtail searches. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

#CMWorld is less than a month away: Are you ready?

#CMWorld is in less than a month. Here's a look at some can't-miss speakers, sessions and things to do in Cleveland. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

A picture is worth 1,000 keywords: Optimize graphics for SEO

Text isn’t the only way to increase the search visibility of your site. Graphics can help too. Here are our 6 tips for increasing the SEO of your images. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

The 3 reasons Verizon acquired Yahoo: Content, data & video

The Verizon-Yahoo deal shows us that targeted digital content is gold, but it’s only as powerful as the platform it is delivered on. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

How podcasting can benefit your content marketing strategy

Podcasting is emerging as one of the more effective thought leadership tools marketers can leverage to differentiate their brands. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Increase conversions with these 6 modern web design trends

Subtle web design features can go a long way. Here are six design elements for your website aimed to boost your conversions. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Beyond HTTPS security: SEO benefits of making the switch

HTTPS now accounts for 30 percent of first-page Google results. Here's why you should use it not just for security, but for SEO. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

How to boost your email marketing CTA click-through rates

Take your email marketing to the next level by targeting your mid-funnel audience with the perfect CTA. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

3 content marketing lessons from the success of Pokemon Go

What the sudden rise in popularity of Pokemon Go means for emerging trends in the marketing world and what marketers can do to stay ahead. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

2 marketing approaches to make the most of the summer slump

Feeling the summer burn? While business might be dipping, there are still content marketing opportunities to engage your audience and plan for the fall. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Tips to double dip into your content marketing resource pool

There will come a time when your content stops getting the traction it once did. When that day comes, make sure you know how to bring it back to life. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

eBay is using Google AMP – and you should too

This month, eBay became the first major non-news website to begin widely showing AMP results. Here’s why this is a good sign for content marketers. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Time for a mid-year SEO checkup: 6 techy SEO tactics to consider

SEO isn’t just about keywords and linking anymore. Here are our 6 technical tips to improve your SEO results. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

4 key marketing updates from Google’s SMX keynote

At SMX Seattle, Gary Ilyess filled us in on Google’s upcoming search updates. Here’s what you need to know. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

A snapshot of where social media marketing is headed

Recent changes to major social networks signal what is yet to come for social media marketing. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Your guide to choosing the right background music for your videos

You put a lot of effort into video production, and if you miss the mark on the music, all your work could go to waste. Here's how to do it right. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

How Lyft’s holistic marketing flank attack got me to convert in 3 days

During a weekend trip in NYC, rideshare service Lyft seemed to be following me everywhere I went, and their marketing efforts paid off. Here's how. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

4 writing tips to craft your content for mobile readers

Target your audience on mobile with these four content writing tips. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Typography: The unsung hero of successful messaging

How can typography impact the message your content is sending to your target audience? | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Marketing takeaways from 3 major Apple WWDC16 announcements

What do Apple's announcements at WWDC16 about macOS, Siri, iMessage and Apple Pay mean for marketers? | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Why marketers can ignore Microsoft’s LinkedIn purchase

If Microsoft buying LinkedIn isn't important for marketers, what should they care about when it comes to the latest news in their space? | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

How to use content marketing to rock your next trade show

Learn how to coordinate your existing content marketing strategy to boost the ROI of the next trade show that you attend. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

How 2 of Brafton’s content writers re-wired themselves to write for tech

Take a look at what it’s like to write content for some of the top influencers in the tech industry. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

The lost art of conversation: How to manage blog comments successfully

It may be a small part of your marketing strategy, but blog comments can have a big impact on your brand engagement. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

In defense of Pantone 448 C, the so-called ‘ugliest color’

Pantone 448 C is now known as the "ugliest color on earth," but that doesn't mean you need to keep it out of your marketing palette. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Get to know the anatomy of a Google SERP

Noticed the first page of Google SERPs is a little busy? Here's our Anatomy of a Google SERP, and how the features can affect your marketing efforts. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Marketers prepare! AMP is coming to Google’s iOS app

Google just upgraded the iOS version of their Search App, bringing AMP to users' fingertips. Here's what it means for marketers. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Video marketing roundup: 5 animated videos we loved making

An animated video can explain even the most complex ideas. Our talented animation team did just that in these five marketing videos. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

There’s no ‘viral button’ for videos: Success comes from strategy, production & sharing

You can't force a video to go viral, but with these marketing tips you can make great content people will naturally want to share. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

7 Memorial Day marketing campaigns that either nailed it or failed it

Memorial Day is first and foremost a day meant to honor the soldiers who’ve given their lives for their country. For many, it’s also come to represent the | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

No one wants to read a BS blog, so stop writing them

Are your marketing results more unimpressive than you care to admit? You might have BS content to blame. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

10 content types and their most suitable wine pairings

Consider content as wine. Knowing which types are best suited for which occasions will make your marketing strategy look effortless. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

5 marketing takeaways from Google I/O 2016

Five of Google's major announcements at I/O 16 will impact how marketers approach content creation. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

How to deal with 6 common engagement analytics problems

Low time-on-page, high bounce rates, and sudden dips in traffic. Here's how to deal with these, and other common engagement analytics issues. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

18 time-saving tips for the easily distracted marketer

No marketer wants to work inefficiently, but distractions and bad habits can make it hard to get organized. These time-saving tips will help get you on the path to success. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

5 steps to boost your site traffic with the right headline

A strong headline will capture your audience's attention and drive them to your site. Here are the 5 steps to crafting the perfect headline. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

SEO in 2016: 4 areas you may need to modernize

SEO isn’t what it used to be. Treat your audience like people, not machines, and your content will appeal to them, and Google will reward you. Here's how. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Guidelines to create winning social posts on 5 popular networks

Once you know where to publish your content on social, the next step is determining how to post on each network. Here's our guide to 5 popular networks. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Keyword Explorer: Moz’s latest tool offers 95% volume accuracy, metrics-driven results and more

Moz's new Keyword Explorer tool offers easily understandable metrics that make keyword planning more accessible. This new marketing asset could potentially change the way marketers approach keyword strategies. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

How to choose the right social network to share your content

Engaging your audience with your content on social media is getting harder as the noise gets louder. Here's how to map your content to the right network. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Take a peek inside the day of a graphic designer

Ever wonder what graphic designers do all day? Boston-based designer Alison Eagle paints the picture quite literally in this infographic. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

Instagram’s new video feed: What it means for marketers

Instagram is making move to become a video-heavy service. Here's why marketers should start taking advantage right away. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago

This week’s recap of Google’s changes: Local 3-pack ads, Google Maps & penalties

Notice anything different about three-pack listings, Maps or local optimization lately? Google has updated their ad policies regarding local listings. | Continue reading


@brafton.com | 8 years ago