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Establishing a robust online presence is crucial for your business’ success. Digital marketing offers endless opportunities to reach new customers, enhance brand awareness, and drive…

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Today, I want to take you on a bit of a journey — part cultural history, part personal branding, part reflection on how we show…

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Podcast Episode #89 – Thoughts on Thought Leadership

Today, I want to talk about something that gets mentioned a lot within digital marketing and sales, but rarely unpacked in a way that feels…

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When the economy gets shaky, businesses start looking for ways to cut costs. And all too often, marketing is the first thing on the chopping…

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As business leaders, we often feel the pressure to keep looking ahead, chasing the next big idea or opportunity. But what if the key to…

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How AI is changing the digital marketing world

How AI is Changing the Digital Marketing World & How You Can Leverage It

As technology advances and digital transformation accelerates, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an indispensable part of the marketing landscape. Whether it's optimizing customer interactions or…

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Podcast Episode #87 – The Human Touch: Thriving in an AI-Powered World

Hey everyone, this is Chris Auman, President of Sanctuary. Welcome back to The Academy, where you get the tools, tips, and advice you need to…

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Regret-Proof Your Strategy: How Manufacturers Can Still Win at Digital Marketing Despite a Late Start

For many manufacturers—especially those in their second or third generation of ownership—digital marketing can feel like a giant leap into unfamiliar territory. There’s a lingering…

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Podcase Episode #86 – Designed to Grow: Why Design is Key to Marketing Success – Part 3

Hey everyone, this is Chris Auman, President of Sanctuary. Welcome back to The Academy, where you get the tools, tips, and advice you need to…

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Podcase Episode #85 – Designed to Grow: Why Design is Key to Marketing Success – Part 2

Hey everyone, this is Chris Auman, President of Sanctuary. Welcome back to The Academy, where you get the tools, tips, and advice you need to…

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Podcase Episode #84 – Designed to Grow: Why Design is Key to Marketing Success – Part 1

Today I wanted to make an argument. That is, why I think an investment in design is critical to marketing and ultimately business success. As…

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Why Great Design is a Critical Aspect of Digital Marketing Strategy and Success

"Design is the silent ambassador of your brand, and first impressions are its opening statement." – Unknown You’ve invested time, energy, and money into your…

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Data-Driven Marketing: How Analytics Can Propel Your Business Growth

In a data-rich world, successful marketing goes beyond intuition; it’s driven by insights into customer behaviors, preferences, and trends. Data-driven marketing allows businesses to create…

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Today lets talk about customer retention. Retaining customers is how we not only keep our revenue steady, but also create opportunities to increase it. Many…