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The calendar may not officially say summer yet—summer begins on June 20. But once school lets out and the sun stays up until 8 p.m., it’s practically summer. You can feel it in the air—the kids playing outside, flip-flops kicked loose in your closet, and lemonade tasting just a little sweeter. It’s that time of […]
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Marketing is difficult, even for some of the world’s biggest brands. You can use all the data and analysis, but ultimately, the people make the decisions. Your well-thought-out commercial flopped? Happens. What about your social media campaign? No traction. We get it. Some of the most reputable companies across the world have fallen victim to […]
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Maybe you’ve been skeptical of digital marketing from the start. You’ve watched the trends, heard the buzzwords, and wondered if it’s all just hype. You’ve had other priorities, and diving into digital never felt urgent. But here’s the thing—it’s time. And not just because “everyone else is doing it” or because it’s the trendy thing […]
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As spring takes full effect and summer lingers around the corner, there’s one thing on the to-do list for many suburban and rural homeowners—landscaping. A well-kept yard not only enhances curb appeal but also creates an inviting outdoor space to enjoy. While your neighbors may not judge your overgrown flower beds and shoddy mulching, we […]
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First impressions are everything. Was your handshake too weak or too firm? Did you have food in your teeth? Were you underdressed? How about your posture? We can analyze these things endlessly—or we can take steps to make sure we don’t have to worry about them in the first place. The same goes for your […]
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Was it a bad joke on live video? A promotion that failed to read the moment accurately? Or is it something more sinister…like a social media campaign that went wildly off track? Figuring out what killed your marketing mojo can be a challenge. When online orders tank, website traffic goes silent or leads fail to […]
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Golf. You either love it, hate it, love to hate it, or hate to love it—sometimes all at once. It’s a polished, classy and surprisingly peaceful sport. And honestly, most of us can at least appreciate the beauty, challenge and tradition of the game. Hit the ball into the cup… sounds simple enough, right? Wrong. […]

Not long ago, geofencing was a practice related only to military operations, and later to commercial ranchers locating livestock. But geofencing has grown more accessible and developed into a valuable tool for marketers in industries of all types and for businesses of all sizes. When implemented strategically, geofencing transforms the way you connect with your […]
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If there’s one platform that stands out in B2B, it’s LinkedIn. When decision-makers need to research a potential purchase, they turn to this platform. Is your LinkedIn marketing strategy fine-tuned and ready to make an impact? Statista reports that 86% of B2B marketers use LinkedIn, confirming that the platform was the #1 choice. Furthermore, it […]
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A local tradition becomes even more enriching as the 2nd Annual BFIT CrossFit Apple Blossom 5K gears up for action. The Apple Blossom Parade is a St. Joseph tradition dating back to 1924, celebrated every spring. With colorful floats, marching bands, dazzling dancers and enough candy to ensure local dentists stay gainfully employed, the parade […]
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