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Social media has been the rage for the better part of the last decade, with marketers closely following trends and data to determine the right frequency, timing and audience to grow their brand presence. But can social media ever replace the power of email marketing? While both are digital formats, there are distinct benefits that […]

We are always quite elated when #TeamSJC grows and adds new faces … and this is a face we have seen before! Help us welcome back the ultimate “entertainer,” Justin Grubb! Justin graduated from Missouri Western State University in 2018 with a degree in marketing, and again in 2020 with a master’s degree in sport […]
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For companies of all sizes, figuring out how to increase brand awareness through search engine optimization (SEO) represents a way to edge out the competition, sustain online relevance and gain market share. On every Google search results page, there are top spots for brands to fight over, with all of them elbowing one another on […]
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Maybe you cringe every time you hear a recording of your voice, or the pressure of getting the setting just right is a bit stressful. But whatever your reasons for not jumping in on video marketing, this guide is all you need to get moving on five of the best formats. Video is popping in […]
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Would you say your marketing strategy is more focused on pitching or catching? Grab a cup of coffee and your favorite donut, scone or muffin and let’s talk about baseball as a metaphor for marketing. Or, you know, since it’s baseball talk, feel free to grab a beer and a brat and even your foam […]
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LinkedIn is a great way to get the word out about your brand, and it can help you establish yourself as a recognized expert in your industry. How do you get there? Here are six ways to help you get the most out of your LinkedIn marketing: Post at the Right Frequency: Like any kind […]
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The cocoon is a safe place, with everything necessary for survival tucked neatly inside. But nobody ever waxes poetic about the beauty of cocoons. It’s the butterfly that is the metaphor for beauty, for potential, for growth. Is your marketing strategy stuck in the cocoon stage? Are you always thinking about someday, but never taking […]
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At SJC Marketing, we are always excited to experience and celebrate growth, especially when that growth includes welcoming new team members. Help us welcome our newest Web Developer, Grace Thompson! Grace graduated from Missouri Western State University with a degree in Business Administration and Marketing with a minor in Painting. Grace first came to SJC Marketing […]
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In a 2020 survey, 86% of consumers said they would like to see more videos from the brands they like. Video is certainly maintaining the interest of audiences, but it may not be enough to simply put a video up on social media every now and then. Your video marketing requires a more targeted strategy. […]
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You’ve likely entered a contest on Facebook before, excited about the super-size pizza or cute new t-shirt you might win. But those fun contests aren’t just about the prizes, they are a way to gain targeted leads on the path to business growth. If you want to try running a contest as part of your […]
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