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Whether or not a business is limited to a so-called ‘niche’ customer base, or able to market its goods and services to a broad spectrum of prospects, depends on a complex set of variables. Economics, politics, and social factors all play determining roles, and nothing in the free market system is ever static, or certain, or permanent.

That’s why it’s incredibly important for marketers to stay up to date, not just on the latest technological developments in marketing channels like the recent ‘mobile-geddon’ for example, but also on best practices for employing those channels as well as the potentially shifting tastes and preferences of target audiences.           

Those who work in the marketing industry understand t... Read More

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Whether you’ve been a B2B marketer for a year, a decade, or a quarter century, you know that our industry is changing at a pace that’s both thrilling and intimidating.  Marketers and vendors have done an admirable job of innovating to integrate these changes into business mailing list marketing.  As we become more informed on how to target, engage, convert, and measure our key audiences, we are gaining a deeper understanding about buying behaviors.

It truly is an amazing time for B2B marketing.  There have been so m... Read More

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Marketing is one of the biggest expenses for successful business owners. Digital marketing has become a cornerstone of every company’s marketing strategy, and when you consider the cost effectiveness, it’s easy to see why.

Business owners using consumer mailing lists in a ZIP code with 5,000 homes can spend anywhere from $2,500 to $10,000 every month to reach those residents.  Unfortunately, most of that money is spent reaching consumers who are not currently in need of your businesses product or service.

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All marketers know, each business has unique marketing needs.  Each industry and niche requires its own set of marketing tools whether it is a business mailing list, email marketing, social media or one of the many other marketing tactics available.  The needs of small businesses are by far the most unique.  Small businesses might be nimble, but in most cases they also lack the financial strength to sustain the consequences of marketing missteps.  Not only is your time and money at stake, but your ability to continue ... Read More

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Women represent a huge opportunity for the automotive industry.  Targeting women through an automobile mailing list is a lucrative venture for any auto dealership.  In the US alone, 500,000 women are "in the market" to buy a car within a one to three month window.  We know that women heavily influence car purchases (up to 85%) and yet 74% of women feel misunderstood by auto manufacturers.  Additionally, women are becoming primary breadwinners in American households and make more buying decisions.

The changing mar... Read More

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Consumer mailing list data can be a critically important component of an all-encompassing marketing strategy for real estate and mortgage specialists, giving professionals a cost effective way to send action-oriented, personalized messages to key market segments and to continually improve that messaging based on results.  The reports of direct mail's death have been greatly exaggerated.  In fact, direct mail is alive and well, but it's changing.  If you've tried direct mail and not achieved the resul... Read More

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Marketing technology in business mailing list, email marketing and digital has made great strides for organizations of all types, but  marketing technology is not only driving the role of marketing to greater heights within organizations- it is the force that is moving businesses forward.

Yet, regardless of whether your marketing goals are aligned to B2B or B2C purchase decisions, there are universal challenges among marketers.  These challenges will continue to push marketers to devise innovative strategies and tactics, ultimately leadin... Read More

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So you’ve decided to add email marketing to your businesses regular consumer mailing list marketing approach.  Email can be a great way to bring your marketing into a digital arena, while creating a multi-channel marketing tactic when combined with your regular direct mail tools.  So, you have your email marketing lists ready.  You know exactly the kind of client you want to attract and you have composed an outstanding message which is simply guaranteed to convince your target audience that your business is by far the... Read More

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Direct mail whether a consumer, business or automobile mailing list, has been inseparable from technology since the days of the earliest database-driven campaigns.  The marketing mix has changed dramatically since then, with an explosion of digital channels, but direct mail remains one of the most effective hands-on tools to reach customers and spur prompt action.  When you want someone to attend an event, make a phone call, or do anything with higher touch, you still see people go back to physical mail.

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When people think of direct mail, they usually think of items being sent to a consumer mailing list like advertisements, flyers, and take-out menus.  However, direct mail can accomplish many different things, including soliciting donations or support for a good cause.  If you work for a non-profit or charitable organization, you may want to consider taking advantage of a direct mailing campaign.

Targeted direct mail lists that are designed specifically for those who are seeking charitable donations can create a buzz about your ... Read More