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What is a web content audit?

May 27, 2024

Your website is a crucial component of your business. It’s vital for gaining new customers, making sales, deepening your brand’s relationship with its existing customers, and creating a credible and trustworthy brand image. Every element of your website is important, including the written copy, content organization, URLs and design. As a busy entrepreneur or small business owner, you might not have time to regularly review and update your website. If you have an older website, or it has been a…

Storytelling: How can you tell stories on your business blog?

May 16, 2024

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Blog Content, Communications, Email Marketing, Marketing, Professional Writing

What comes into your mind when you think about storytelling? Campfire stories, bedtime stories, life stories? Stories in books and movies and television shows? What about the story of your brand? Storytelling is an effective communication tool. It transforms information and impersonal data into engaging, relatable, easy-to-understand narratives. That’s why stories are still the best way to share information and engage audiences. How you deliver your story is highly significant. It impacts comprehension and whether your content (and brand) is…

Starting out with content marketing

May 16, 2024

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Blog Content, Communications, Content Editing, Marketing, Professional Writing, Web Content

Do you want to start using content marketing but are unsure where to start? Whether you’re a brand-new business or an older one ready to try something new, Circlewood Creative can help. Here are some tips for starting out with content marketing: Review your website First, take a look at your business’s website. What content do you already have? Are there any noticeable gaps in your content? Is your content up-to-date? Do you have a blog, or would you like…

The benefits of social media advertising

May 2, 2024

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Branding, Communications, Digital Advertising, Social Media Advertising, Social Media Content

Social media advertising is essential for all businesses, big and small. Specifically, paid advertising campaigns are an effective and economical way to improve brand awareness and increase conversions. Flexible budgeting First and foremost, social media advertising is very cost-effective. Many social media platforms use a pay-per-click or pay-per-view model, so you only pay when someone clicks on your ad or views your video. Since you only pay when a potential customer takes action, it’s a highly effective use of your…

Why and how you should respond to online reviews

April 8, 2024

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Branding, Web Content Management

Consumers look at online reviews when researching a company, including yours. Monitoring and responding to online reviews is a significant part of good reputation management. Plus, they contain valuable insights into your customers’ experiences, highlighting your strengths and areas for improvement. Additionally, online reviews can open up a valuable dialogue between you and your customers. Whether the review is positive or negative, it provides an opportunity to engage with consumers and build a stronger reputation. Responding to online reviews: Why…

Content creation tips for small businesses

March 19, 2024

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Blog Content, Content Editing, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Content, Web Content

In 2024, small business marketing requires content creation. This content populates your website, social media accounts, and blog. To elevate your content creation, follow these four tips. Remember, if you need assistance, contact Circlewood Creative! We offer cost-effective content creation services that will help you connect with customers. Don’t post duplicate content. Google’s algorithms aren’t great at sorting out duplicate copies of the same content. When you post and re-post the same content on your website or from another site,…

How to tell your brand’s story

March 14, 2024

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Branding, Communications

Storytelling helps brands build emotional connections with their target audience. Your brand’s story can authentically build brand awareness, help people remember you and build trust and loyalty. Because no one’s story is the same, your unique brand story will set you apart from competitors. Consumers are drawn to authenticity. A compelling brand story lets them see your business’s values, mission, and personality. Here’s how to craft a brand story that resonates: Determine your brand’s core identity Defining your brand’s purpose,…

Should my business be posting on Google My Business?

January 16, 2024

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Communications, Search Engine Optimization, Web Content

Should my business be posting on Google My Business? In short, yes! Posting to your Google My Business (GMB) profile benefits your organization. This article covers the significant advantages and a few tips for effective posting. 5 Benefits of Google My Business 1. Appear in Google Local Pack listings The Google Local Pack lists businesses at the top of the page whenever you search for places on Google. This placement is very valuable. If your business ranks in the Local…

How scripting can help your video marketing

January 16, 2024

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Video Script

Professional video scripting is an essential part of effective marketing videos. Not only does it make your videos more compelling and clear, but it also streamlines the production process. Let’s take a closer look. It ensures clarity One of the most significant characteristics of professional scripting is that it ensures clarity. Clarity is an essential factor in video marketing. Audiences need to understand what you’re saying and understand your message. Thoughtfully and professionally written scripts are clear, concise, and easy…

What is purpose-driven marketing?

January 16, 2024

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Communications, Marketing

Winning customers’ enduring loyalty and support requires more than just selling a good product or offering a helpful service. Modern consumers are increasingly choosing to support businesses that are pursuing more than just profit. They want to know how the business is bettering the world around them. When a company demonstrates that they have a purpose bigger than itself, they’re implementing “purpose-driven marketing.” The core principle of purpose-driven marketing Purpose-driven businesses place purpose at the centre of everything they do.…