#MarketingTipMonday No. 20

Writer’s block. Everyone struggles with it. And a blank page can seem even more daunting when you’re tasked with creating a piece of content as a subject-matter expert (i.e. not a “writer”). You know so much about your trade, whether […]

#MarketingTipMonday No. 19

Writing is the cornerstone function of successful marketing. I would argue that it’s even more important than design, because captivating copy sans design can still convert. Design without copy can’t. There are two ways to improve your writing skills: Read. […]

image with text: "#MarketingTipMonday Use emojis in your marketing if they fit into your brand style, make sense for the communication channel, and will delight your audience. BrightOathMarketing.com"

#MarketingTipMonday No. 18

👋! Let’s talk emojis and if they have a place in your marketing. The answer? It depends! 🧐 If you’re a hair stylist 💇🏼‍♀️, a chef 👨🏼‍🍳, or a marketer 👩🏼‍💻, likely emojis make sense for you. But if you’re […]

Image with text: "#MarketingTipMonday A frequent review how your company stacks up against competitors is crucial for your marketing and your overall success. BrightOathMarketing.com"

#MarketingTipMonday No. 17

It’s uncomfortable to compare yourself to others, and this rings true for companies as well. Reviewing each SWOT component can feel like a death by a thousand cuts to your company’s self esteem. But, a frequent review how your company […]

#MarketingTipMonday No. 16

Deadlines are important. But don’t let an arbitrary deadline force you to launch a bad (or boring!) marketing campaign. And let’s be honest — unless you’re Apple launching a new product or Beyonce dropping a new album — you are […]

#MarketingTipMonday No. 15

For many small businesses, the brand’s personality and the owner’s personality are one in the same. And that’s fine! But as the team contributing to the marketing grows, maintaining a cohesive brand voice takes a concerted effort. To keep a […]