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October 3, 2022 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Social Media
PersonID - NWS Data Modules If you've already mastered online catalogs and carts, and target shopping ads at defined cohorts of customers, social commerce may be your next step. Here's why and how to determine if social commerce is right for your business.
September 26, 2022 | Edward KozlowskiNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Google offers several types of Google ad options, but the type of ads you run generally pertains to the campaign type you choose. Here's a look at Google advertising options so you can determine which ones are right for your business.
September 19, 2022 | Patrick Bieser, Jr.NWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Analytics
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules A cookieless future isn't far away, but marketers and advertisers shouldn't panic. Here's what the loss of third-party cookies really means, how to prepare for it, and new tracking alternatives to consider.
September 12, 2022 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules A successful SEO strategy begins with analyzing search results for specific keywords and adapting content accordingly. Here's how discerning search intent and identifying Google Micro-Moments are critical to that process.
September 6, 2022 | Edward KozlowskiNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules A strong backlink profile contributes significantly to your website's success. Here's what you need to know about backlinks, why quality backlinks matter, and how to measure and improve them for greater SEO success.
August 29, 2022 | Alex BostonNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Enrollment in America's colleges and universities is shrinking, making competition for new students fierce. Now more than ever, schools need to reach prospective students where they live: online. Here are key trends that higher education marketers should consider when developing a digital strategy.
August 22, 2022 | Matt KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules WordPress is the world's most-used content management system, but it's also the most misunderstood – especially by marketers. Here are the most common WordPress-related mistakes marketers make that we've found and fixed, so you can avoid them!
August 17, 2022 | Sydney ShimkoNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Final publication of the newest version of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, WCAG 2.2, is expected in December 2022. Here's what you need to know about the updated standards to ensure your website is accessible to all.
August 15, 2022 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Manufacturers that get content marketing right can reap substantial long-term rewards. These steps will help you avoid wasting time, effort, and resources pursuing the wrong content marketing strategy.
August 8, 2022 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Learn all about Featured Snippets, why they're valuable to your SEO strategy, and how to get your content featured in them.
August 1, 2022 | Fred PikeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Google's Core Web Vitals measures website performance on key factors related to user experience. Several different tools can show you where your website does well on CWV measures and where it falls short. Here's a look at the pros and cons of these tools and how they help you understand your site's CWV performance.
July 14, 2022 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules One of the most useful features of WordPress is the ability to use third-party plugins that let you add functionality to your website. With more than 59,000 plugins available, though, it can be both exciting and overwhelming to determine which ones you should choose. Follow these tips to select the best plugins for your WordPress website.
July 5, 2022 | Jim BrophyNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Accessibility
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules What policies should a website owner or manager post? Learn about the three policy pillars – the bare minimums you'll need, including privacy, terms and conditions, and accessibility – and the intent behind them.
June 27, 2022 | Matthew KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules WordPress isn't free – no matter what you've heard. Here we break down what you need to know about the costs of development, licensing, and hosting required to ensure your website's success.
June 20, 2022 | Dana GrennierNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Establishing a framework for future website content that meets the unfolding needs of your business is important. But how do you get started? By developing a content governance plan! Here's what to include.
June 15, 2022 | Edward KozlowskiNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules On May 25, 2022, Google announced the release of a core algorithm update. Here's what we know so far, how it might impact your website, and tips for regaining lost rankings.
June 13, 2022 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Good website design helps guide your users seamlessly and intuitively through your site, making your brand more memorable. Good design also matters with non-human site visitors: the web crawlers that index your site and drive your position on search results pages. Improve your SEO with these design tips.
June 6, 2022 | Aaron Stearns | Amanda AalpoelNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules- Aaron Stearns
- Amanda Aalpoel
Microsoft offers SharePoint developers an abundance of tools and many ways to solve any given problem. But without proper understanding of available options and the implications for your business needs, you can get into trouble. Check out these tips for giving your end users the best possible experience as they work in SharePoint.
June 1, 2022 | Edward KozlowskiNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Here are five potential reasons why your website is losing organic traffic – and several tips to help you get back the traffic you’ve lost.
May 20, 2022 | Fred PikeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Analytics
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules As of July 1, 2023, Universal Analytics (UA), also called GA3, will no longer accept any incoming traffic. What does that mean, though, and what should you do? Here’s a high-level outline of the steps you need to take to ensure continuity in your analytics.
May 16, 2022 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Today’s digital marketers must collect and analyze a significant amount of data. How does a marketer begin to make sense of it all? Data visualization! Here’s how to get started.
May 2, 2022 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules These days, programming is an important factor in designing and executing digital marketing strategies, which is why it’s essential for marketers to understand programming basics. Find out how marketing teams can benefit from leveraging the power of Python to help improve efficiency and measurement.
April 25, 2022 | Matthew KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules B2B companies sometimes ask the wrong questions of their potential website vendors. Here are some common questions we get, along with tips for asking better ones that will give you greater insight into vendor capabilities and how they can help you achieve your goals.
April 18, 2022 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules User input yields valuable data that can help guide your website strategy and marketing efforts. Here's what you should ask to effectively assess whether your current efforts are working.
April 11, 2022 | Edward KozlowskiNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules In good times and bad, charities and nonprofits need all the help they can get. Google Grants allows qualified nonprofits to advertise on Google search results with no out-of-pocket expense. Read on to see how Google Grants can help your nonprofit organization.
April 4, 2022 | Sydney ShimkoNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Accessibility
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Many accessibility tools and products on the market “bolt on” to your website as third-party scripts or plugins. They claim to make websites more accessible to end users and/or protect site owners from accessibility lawsuits. Sounds like a great, easy solution, right? Here's what you need to know.
March 28, 2022 | Matt KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Redesigning your WordPress website takes time and money. So, how can you be sure you really need to endure the disruption and expense a redesign will cause? Watch for these red flags.
March 21, 2022 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Email design mistakes can inhibit your users from taking action after receiving your email. Here are the most common ones to avoid when developing your next campaign.
March 14, 2022 | Sydney ShimkoNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Accessibility
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Although automated website accessibility testing tools can't replace human judgment, there are several that are helpful in performing an initial accessibility audit. Here are some of the ones we recommend.
March 9, 2022 | Edward KozlowskiNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules If you're starting a new social media ad campaign – or even if you've been running one for awhile –, keep these helpful pointers in mind to ensure the greatest return on your investment.
February 28, 2022 | Matthew KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules WordPress was initially known as a blogging tool but has since evolved into one of the leading content management systems – making website management easier than ever. Find out why 43% of all websites worldwide use the WordPress CMS for their business.
February 14, 2022 | Fred PikeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Analytics
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Want to improve your Google Analytics event data collection? Try these four tips for GA4 events.
February 13, 2022 | Jaimie SomlaiNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Brand strategy and marketing strategy are distinctly different from one another, yet equally important to your long-term business success. Here's an overview of each and how they work together to drive growth, profitability and loyalty.
February 7, 2022 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Thinking about a website redesign or refresh – or developing a brand new site – this year? Here are 10 design trends to consider to modernize your site and create an engaging user experience.
January 31, 2022 | Matt KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules In the world of manufacturing, marketing and IT teams don't usually see eye-to-eye when it comes to the benefits of using WordPress for their company website. But in between IT's skepticism of WordPress and marketing's optimism around it is where both teams can find common ground.
January 24, 2022 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules SEO myths and misunderstandings are abundant in the digital marketing world, which isn’t surprising given the speed at which things change. Here are the ranking factors you should pay attention to in 2022 and the ones you should leave behind.
January 17, 2022 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Website design is visually stimulating and engaging, which sometimes makes it easy to forget that design and content need to work together. While you should definitely enjoy the dazzle of design, make sure to maintain focus on content, too.
January 10, 2022 | Matt KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules In the world of WordPress, things can happen quickly and dramatically. That's why our expert team stays on top of trends and changes, so you don't have to! Here's what WordPress website owners, developers and marketers should focus on in 2022.
January 3, 2022 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules No matter if you're an SEO newbie or a pro, here are the SEO basics and best practices you need to know this year!
December 29, 2021 | Chris WilsonNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Strategy
- Software Development
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules An email warning of imminent disaster due to all sorts of security issues with your website hits your inbox. It includes lots of scary technical jargon, and the sender ultimately asks for money in exchange for information. Should you send funds immediately? The quick answer: No. Here's what's really going on and how to protect your company.
December 22, 2021 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Analytics
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Gathering data is critical to understanding what visitors actually do on your website. Here are five methods that can give you the data and insights you need to ensure your site is meeting your users' – and your business' – needs.
December 17, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Both ad copywriting and website content writing complement each other as essential elements of digital marketing. Here's why they're both important and how they differ.
December 10, 2021 | Matt KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules The end of each calendar year is a perfect time to look at your website with a discerning eye in preparation for the new year ahead. Here are the 10 most important tasks to complete to get your website ready for 2022.
December 2, 2021 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules User research gives digital marketers valuable insight into what really matters to users. But, the reality is that sometimes those users lie to you - either unwittingly or on purpose. So, can you truly rely on user research to inform your digital marketing efforts?
November 22, 2021 | Jaimie SomlaiNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Effective rebranding can keep a business relevant with its target audiences and give it an edge over competitors. Here are five of the most common reasons companies rebrand and when you should consider it, as well.
November 18, 2021 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Marketers who use social media for business can deal with fake social media profiles. Learn more about the fake social media follower problem, how it affects your business, and why it's important to purge fake followers from your lists.
November 15, 2021 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules WordPress tags and categories both play an important role in organizing content and have UX and SEO benefits. Find out how they work and best practices for developing and using them.
November 2, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Good UX makes your site memorable for all the right reasons: It’s engaging, useful and rewarding. Keep in mind that the latest trends and wow factor can also make your site memorable, but sometimes for the wrong reasons. Here's how UX and trendy design can work together.
October 6, 2021 | Amy KantNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Are you starting a new WordPress website project and looking for a developer to help? Don't hire a new partner without first asking these six smart questions to ensure both short- and long-term success.
September 23, 2021 | Matt Karge and Amy KantNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Website builders like Wix and Squarespace offer a relatively quick and easy way to create and launch a site. But before you jump in, it's important to understand how website builders and content management systems differ so you can determine which path is best for your small business.
September 8, 2021 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Design elements – color, imagery, font – matter. But the sitemap comes first, whether you’re embarking on a major redesign or a minor refresh. Here's why.
August 30, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Link building is hard, but it's worth the time and effort – just make sure you're using Whitehat strategies and avoiding Black Hat ones. Here are five ethical link-building strategies that can help improve your referral traffic, content value and domain authority.
August 19, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Transparency, choice and control are the new keywords of online marketing strategy and are integral to first-party data collection. Here's why and how you can improve your first-party data collection in a way that shows customers their purchase behaviors inspire your strategy – and not the other way around.
August 16, 2021 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Gutenberg was introduced by WordPress as a new website editor in 2018. Since then, users have come to appreciate its benefits, including the ability to make changes without calling in a developer each time. But there are other not-so-obvious benefits, as well. Here's a look at the top five.
August 4, 2021 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Schema.org is a critical way to tell Google about the content on your website and, thus, improve your search engine rankings. If you haven't added schema.org code to your site already, here's how to get started.
July 19, 2021 | Jaimie SomlaiNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules When we finally admitted that we had an identity crisis, we did what any great agency would do for a client: recommend an effective solution. In our case, the solution was a comprehensive brand strategy. So we got to work and built an authentic brand that finally defined our identity and set us up for long-term success.
July 12, 2021 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Plugins add features and functionality to your WordPress website. But how do you know which ones are right for you? Too many plugins and the wrong mix of plugins can slow performance and, more important, threaten security.
July 7, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Forward-thinking advertisers are harnessing the power of machine learning to automate ad optimization for better results. If you haven't tried Google's dynamic ads yet, here's how to set them up, some best practices to follow, and why digital advertising strategists are still needed to ensure successful campaigns — despite the rise of artificial intelligence.
June 29, 2021 | Jaimie SomlaiNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules A solid brand strategy leads to a brand identity that represents your company’s unique personality. Your visual branding can prompt the positive emotions you want customers to feel. Here's why that's so important and why you shouldn't leave your visual brand identity to chance.
June 22, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Keywords help your website show up in search engine results so potential customers can find you. That's why it's important to revisit your web pages regularly to check page performance and to conduct keyword research in order to keep up with how your audience searches for your products and services. Here's how.
June 17, 2021 | Chris WilsonNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Software Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules MarTech is one term that's made the rounds of marketers and developers recently. But is MarTech just another fad? Our team believes it's here to stay. Here's what you need to know about MarTech and the different types of integration options available that will help you better understand your customers and prospects.
June 14, 2021 | Jim BrophyNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules A website redesign offers a golden opportunity to benchmark the performance of your current website and to make sure it's aligned with both user needs and business strategy. Follow our website redesign strategy framework to make your next redesign a success.
June 7, 2021 | Jaimie SomlaiNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules When it comes to brand, many organizations jump right into execution — focusing only on visual elements like logos, fonts, colors and imagery. But execution without a strategy to guide it leaves your business growth to chance. Always start with brand strategy first. Here's why.
June 2, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules While Apple’s release of iOS 14.6 comforts users concerned about their online privacy, it’s also triggering headaches for marketers accustomed to leveraging user data to target ads and messaging. Here are four ways digital marketers can adapt.
June 1, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Are your Google Ads performing as well as they could be? A Google Ads audit helps you analyze the effectiveness of current campaigns, reveal problems and opportunities that might have gone undetected, and enable you to address issues, identify inefficiencies and eliminate wasteful ad spend. Here's how to get started.
May 24, 2021 | JJ Best and Rick FessenbeckerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Content Management Systems (CMS)
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules- Juliana Jaekels Best
- Rick Fessenbecker
As organizations generate more and more digital content on their websites, fast, effective on-site search becomes critical. Content curation can help solve this problem by enhancing search results and getting users to the information they need quickly.
May 19, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Content strategy is all about understanding your audience and developing content that helps them, while at the same time encouraging them to take actions that boost your business. A successful content strategy requires up-front planning and ongoing management. Get started with these tips.
May 13, 2021 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules How do you know when to use a 301 redirect and when to use a canonical tag? What are the differences between them, and how does Google react to each? We define these common technical SEO tactics and explain when it’s best to use each one.
May 5, 2021 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules The XML sitemap is one of the many tools in the SEO toolbox. But what exactly is a sitemap? What does Google do with it? And what should you include in it?
April 28, 2021 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Today's highly targeted marketing campaigns require more audience data than in the past. To convert your specific audience, you must first know exactly who they are and then craft effective messages and approaches to reach them. These five audience targeting strategies can help you achieve success.
April 23, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules A content calendar organizes production and flow of content and provides an at-a-glance overview of how that content advances both short-term and long-term business goals. Here are the elements of a successful content calendar and tips for creating and managing it.
April 20, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Google Ads budget adjustments can be determined by following a process that factors in tracking, campaign testing, calculating return on ad spend and estimating remaining market size. Only after completing this process can you arrive at proper monthly budget adjustments for your business. Here are some tips and tricks to help.
April 6, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules When it comes to websites, users want both content and functionality - and they want them fast. Google understands this need for speed, considering it one of three elements that make up its Core Web Vitals. But just how much of a role does site speed really play in your rankings?
March 11, 2021 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Understanding your target audience is more important in marketing today than ever before. But audience data and personas are only useful if they're developed with your digital tactics in mind. Read on to learn why the best personas are developed using data.
February 26, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Black hat SEO tactics manipulate a search engine’s algorithm to artificially raise a website’s ranking in search engine results pages (SERPs). Simply put, it isn't a strategy for long-term success. Here are eight black hat SEO tactics to avoid to stay in search engines' good graces.
February 22, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Optimizing your website for local searches - those made in the state, city, town, or even neighborhood where you attract and serve customers or clients - can be extremely beneficial for many businesses. As with real estate, local search is all about location, location, location! Here's how to optimize your site to drive more local business.
February 17, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Many marketers overlook remarketing as an effective method for increasing both brand affinity and sales. Here's why remarketing works and the four key elements you need to run a successful retargeting campaign.
February 10, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Websites differ in appearance, structure and business aims. Still, every site must leverage both on-page and off-page SEO to succeed. Read on to learn the differences between the two, the value each provides, and how they work together to improve your site’s overall SEO performance.
January 26, 2021 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Increasing your site's organic traffic is not easy and does not happen overnight. It takes time and effort to see long-lasting results. If you need guidance or help to improve your site's visibility, traffic, and overall digital presence, follow these tips.
January 18, 2021 | Gerry Heidenreich | Rick FessenbeckerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules- Gerry Heidenreich
- Rick Fessenbecker
Starting over with a custom software rewrite seems like a non-starter. But the instinct that resists starting over tends to conflict with the effects of age on software. Here's why custom software rescues often turn into software rewrites, what to expect from a consultation, and a helpful self-assessment to identify potential areas of concern.
January 14, 2021 | Amy KantNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Hosting a WordPress website should be simple, right? You just find a company with the best price and click to purchase. Easy enough. Not so fast! Take these six things into consideration as you narrow down your WordPress website hosting options.
January 6, 2021 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Many WordPress website owners take advantage of page builder tools, such as Beaver Builder and Divi, to build and manage their websites. Whether you’re a B2C or B2B company, your website might have a lot of product data, locations or events. Managing and maintaining large amounts of data with a page builder isn’t hard, but it does take time and a deep understanding of your data. Here are some tips on how to get your data ready for the web.
January 5, 2021 | Fred PikeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Analytics
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Now's the time to get started with GA4. It's powerful and rapidly-changing and the sooner you start recording data and working with it, the better. Our recommendation, though, is to double-tag your website - run both GA4 and Universal Analytics side by side. Best of both worlds.
December 30, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Do conversations with your SEO expert about your site's performance leave you with more questions than answers? You're not alone. Check out our SEO field guide to help you navigate through Google's ranking factors.
December 28, 2020 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Connected TV advertising is one of the fastest growing industries, and many companies are shifting their traditional TV advertising budgets over to it. But what exactly is Connected TV? How is it different from traditional TV advertising? And is it right for your company?
December 22, 2020 | Jim BrophyNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Following best practices for landing pages can help increase conversion rates for your marketing campaigns and lower the cost of acquiring a lead or sale. Here are some tips to help you achieve success.
December 21, 2020 | Amanda Koehler and Matthew KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules- Amanda Koehler
- Matthew Karge
Good SEO not only drives more traffic to your site - it also connects your content to your most relevant audience. When you expand that target audience and engage with it, conversions happen. Websites on any platform benefit from good SEO, but certain tricks apply, especially to WordPress sites. If you own or manage a WordPress site, read on!
December 16, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Keeping your website current can help engage site visitors. Check out this overview of the trends that our designers anticipate shaping the digital design landscape in the year ahead.
December 8, 2020 | Marshall StaabNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules There are hundreds of e-commerce plugins available for WordPress websites. But, with so many to choose from, how do you know which one is right for your company’s site? Check out these recommendations from our WordPress experts.
November 30, 2020 | Matthew KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Almost 40% of websites run on WordPress. If you're considering WordPress as your site's content management system, here are the key features that marketers and IT teams prize.
November 10, 2020 | Matthew KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Launching a WordPress website requires a meticulous approach to be successful. But if you don't have a team to take on the task of launching a new site, it can be daunting. That's why Northwoods put together a WordPress checklist to help you get started.
November 5, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Google announced that an index ranking change for English language will be released in late 2020. The new index ranking update means that Google will do a better job of bringing relevant content to search results. Here's everything you need to know.
October 29, 2020 | Matthew KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Many organizations find themselves in an unexpected and challenging situation soon after launching a new WordPress website: their beautiful new site has turned into an unruly, seemingly untamable beast. While WordPress is a fantastic tool for creating and launching websites quickly and cost efficiently, constant updates and maintenance are required.
October 21, 2020 | Fred PikeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Analytics
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules A list of setup tips for Google Analytics 4 (GA4). Tips cover filters for both hostname and internal traffic; creating custom insights to warn you of low traffic and other anomalies; setting up tracking of search terms entered on your site, etc.
October 12, 2020 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules The shift in editing experience caused by WordPress’s introduction of Gutenberg has caused many WordPress customers to question whether themes are still important. The short answer? Yes! Find out why and what you need to consider when selecting a theme for your WordPress website.
October 1, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Google Ads Scripts can help digital marketers with reporting, save time with optimizations, and automate tedious tasks. There are many pre-written Google Ads scripts available for download or purchase; instead, consider creating your own or tweaking existing scripts to get the best results. Here's how.
September 28, 2020 | Brett SmootNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules On June 1, the California AG submitted the final regulations for the CCPA. In addition to publishing the new and original regulations, starting July 1 the California AG began enforcing the original version of the CCPA. While many people are familiar with the initial requirements, the proposed final regulations add additional steps for compliance.
August 31, 2020 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules One of Northwoods' B2B clients was regularly ranking on the first page of SERPs for several target keywords but averaged bottom-of-the-page rankings. Find out how our team helped them achieve top-of-page results and how you can use our strategies to improve your own rankings.
August 18, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Most marketers unknowingly overlook several advanced features in Google Ads. One of those features is called “Geo Ads Customizers,” which allows the advertiser to insert a user’s location in the ad copy dynamically. Read on to learn how Geo Ads Customizers can improve your Google Ad strategy.
July 14, 2020 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Email marketing is a critical form of communication between companies and consumers, especially right now. But, how do you get recipients to open your emails and answer your calls to action? Start with these four personalization tactics.
June 19, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, one of our national B2C clients made winning digital moves this past season that significantly strengthened its brand long-term. Find out how Northwoods and our client achieved exceptional results and how your B2C brand can, too.
June 16, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Has your ecommerce business ventured into digital advertising yet? Digital advertising fuels growth for any ecommerce play. In this case study Northwoods shows how your ecommerce business could thrive through digital advertising. Read on to learn more.
June 11, 2020 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules We know it can be hard to keep up with ever-changing digital marketing news and trends. But no need to stress – we’ve got you covered! Check out our round-up of the latest news and trends in the world of digital marketing for summer 2020.
June 8, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Google’s recent featured snippets update leads users to highlighted text on the webpage from which a featured snippet result is pulled. The change isn’t happening on every featured snippet, but for sites that are impacted, it could (for better or worse) alter where users land on your webpages. Learn more about this latest update and its potential impact on your digital strategy.
June 2, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules The importance of link building to your overall SEO strategy has never been more important. Follow these tips to increase your site's domain authority, referral traffic, and trustworthiness.
May 20, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Google’s May 2020 core update was a larger one, impacting search ranking algorithms and resulting in individual sites performing better or worse. Our team shares an overview of the update, which industries were most affected, and what to do if your site lost ranking.
April 17, 2020 | Jim BrophyNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules A website redesign is challenging enough without the additional disruption of a global pandemic. So how do you develop a strategy to redesign your site in today's uncertain environment? Start with these 6 steps.
April 17, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules One of the best ways to grow leads is by implementing strategies other companies have found successful. Try combining these three tactics we used with one of our manufacturing clients to drive impactful results and substantially lower cost per conversion.
April 10, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules The change in market conditions and uncertainty created by COVID-19 has impacted many businesses. But how do you know if there's an increased demand for the goods and services your business offers? Market research. Here are some free online market research tools you can use to find out.
April 2, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules The COVID-19 outbreak has created dramatic change for all of us. While the internet is getting more use than ever before, take this time to focus on your SEO efforts. Here are ten ways for you to get started.
March 31, 2020 | Matthew Karge | Amy KantNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Many organizations choose WordPress for ease of use, readily available plugins, and quick launch. But, those assets can turn into liabilities without thoughtful planning and ongoing technical management. Here are six key questions a business owner and manager must be able to answer about their sites.
March 26, 2020 | Jim BrophyNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Your website is a logical, strategic channel by which to publish urgent messaging. When implemented correctly, website alert messaging is extremely effective and reliable in providing your users with consistent messaging without being intrusive. Here are some examples.
March 24, 2020 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Coronavirus disease, known as COVID-19, has affected many businesses, large and small. As a web development and digital marketing agency, here at Northwoods we are seeing how COVID-19 is changing the way people are approaching their digital marketing strategy.
March 23, 2020 | Jaimie SomlaiNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules The first thing many companies do in trying economic times is to immediately cut back on non-essential spending (as they should). However, more often than not, marketing gets lumped into that category. Although it might feel like the right thing to do, here are a few examples that prove otherwise.
March 10, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules The most recent nofollow Google update has caused concern and raised questions. The update gives Google more flexibility with how it treats links within search, but what does it mean for your rankings? Here’s what you need to know.
March 3, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Whether your company is well established or just getting off the ground, good software can almost certainly improve the efficiency of some of your business processes. But before you try and build it yourself or hire a vendor, consider these five costs.
February 21, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules See what's new in the world of digital marketing in February 2020, and get our expert take on what all of the changes mean and how you should respond.
January 22, 2020 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Read the latest installment in our digital marketing trends series, highlighting recent news, and updates we've been tracking this month and the trends and features we're keeping an eye on in January.
December 19, 2019 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Last month we shared the third installment in our new digital marketing trends series, highlighting the latest news and updates for November 2019. Our newest post focuses on the changes we’ve been tracking this month and the trends and features we’re keeping an eye on in December.
December 10, 2019 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules 2020 is the year of unification. All SEO and PPC strategists should work together to deliver the best results for their clients and help them to spend their money more wisely. Here’s how to approach Search Engine Optimization from all sides.
December 3, 2019 | Matthew KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Many manufacturers like the idea of cutting out the middleman and selling directly to the consumer. But before you jump in, ask yourself these four questions.
November 25, 2019 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules If you're looking to redesign your website in 2020, check out this overview of the trends that our designers anticipate shaping the digital design landscape in the year ahead.
November 18, 2019 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Last month we shared the third installment in our new digital marketing trends series, highlighting the latest news and updates for October 2019. Our newest post focuses on the changes we’ve been tracking this month and the trends and features we’re keeping an eye on in November.
November 4, 2019 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Everyone talks about voice search these days. However, some marketers in manufacturing wonder whether voice search even applies in their business sector. The short answer: Yes. Learn why voice search matters in manufacturing and how to optimize your content for the best results.
October 14, 2019 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Last month we shared the second installment in our new digital marketing trends series, highlighting the latest news and updates for September 2019. Our newest post focuses on the changes we’ve been tracking this month and the trends and features we’re keeping an eye on in October.
October 1, 2019 | Rick Fessenbecker | Brett SmootNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules- Brett Smoot
- Rick Fessenbecker
Non-compliance with evolving internet privacy laws can lead to some scary outcomes. But fear not; compliance is within reach and even has some good side effects -- if you get out in front of the rules and put the right tools and procedures in place. Here are three basic steps to take now.
October 1, 2019 | Rick Fessenbecker | Brett SmootNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules- Brett Smoot
- Rick Fessenbecker
It’s possible to set up online cookie consent and DSAR tools yourself. But unless you have very savvy marketing and/or IT teams, it might be best to work with an experienced partner. Find out why and get five tips to help make your implementation go as smoothly as possible.
September 30, 2019 | Chris WilsonNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules A reverse proxy is a wall between your end-users and your web server. Reverse proxies offer significant benefits, but also come with risks and overhead. Read on to learn about our Cloudfare experiment and how it can help you decide if a reverse proxy is right for your organization.
September 25, 2019 | Fred PikeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Analytics
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Through years of experience working with a multitude of Google Tag Manager containers, our in-house GTM pro has come up with some tips and tricks to help you more efficiently and effectively manage GTM. If you’re ready to take GTM to the next level, this is a must-read!
September 17, 2019 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Last month we shared the first installment in our new digital marketing trends series, highlighting the latest news and updates for Summer 2019. Our newest post focuses on the changes we’ve been tracking this month and the trends and features we’re keeping an eye on in September.
July 30, 2019 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules We know it can be difficult to stay on top of the latest trends while handling day-to-day job duties. Beginning this month, the Northwoods Digital Marketing team will start publishing monthly digital marketing updates. Our first update focuses on the latest and greatest in digital marketing, and tips on how to respond to (or take advantage of) the latest updates.
July 16, 2019 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Proximity marketing, also known as location-based marketing, aims to advertise at users as they visit a specific “geo-fenced” location or after they have left that location. Learn how to implement proximity marketing in your marketing strategy.
July 10, 2019 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Developing an international or multilingual website can be more time consuming and complicated than expected. To succeed, you'll need a strong team that is capable of leveraging international SEO best practices.
July 1, 2019 | Fred PikeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Brian Clifton's Verified Data Google Analytics audit tool performs a thorough and comprehensive audit of GA implementation. A GA implementation audit may sound easy – but it’s not. Read on to learn how this tool can improve your data and decision-making.
June 18, 2019 | Jaimie SomlaiNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Brand Strategy
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Brands that can create exceptional digital experiences have an excellent opportunity to win new customers and enhance brand loyalty. Go back to the basics to improve your online customer experience (CX) with these nine steps.
June 6, 2019 | Sydney ShimkoNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules In November of 2018, Google announced that Lighthouse would drive PageSpeed Insights. Faster interaction times can improve your site ROI. Read on to learn how site audits can be helpful tools for exposing glaring content errors and highlighting opportunities to maximize your site's performance.
May 21, 2019 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Remarketing can be a highly effective tactic as part of your overall digital marketing strategy. Leverage these techniques to bring back and convert the 97% of website visitors you missed the first time around.
April 30, 2019 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Google provides two tools that can boost your products’ SEO: Google Merchant Center and Google Manufacturer Center. But, how can these tools improve product SEO? Read on.
April 23, 2019 | Matthew KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules What should it cost to maintain a website? Maintenance costs vary based on the technology and scale of the site, but all sites require a maintenance plan and budget. Read our blog to learn more about planning for your website maintenance.
April 18, 2019 | Amanda AalpoelNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Strategy
- Software Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Office365 continues to drive companies to push their data to the cloud. But with every application, there are different capabilities and integrations. Between OneDrive and SharePoint, how do you know which one do you use?
April 11, 2019 | Sydney ShimkoNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Accessibility
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Adherence to website accessibility standards can improve usability for everyone, enhance user experience, build brand loyalty and encourage conversions. Read on to make your WordPress website accessible and ADA Section 508 compliant.
March 19, 2019 | Matthew KargeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules The cost of building a website isn't a flat rate. Every business and every industry has unique online pressures that affect what a company should do with their digital presence.
March 14, 2019 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules A technical SEO audit of your website can shed light on how search engines view your site and interact with your content while boosting your overall SEO strategy.
March 7, 2019 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules The ironic cliché “What could possibly go wrong?” might well have originated among WordPress webmasters trying to figure out how to update WordPress sites.
March 6, 2019 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Why did Google expand text ads? (By the way, Bing did it, too.) What does expansion mean for you and your Google Ad campaigns?
March 4, 2019 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Use insights from your PPC campaign to boost your SEO and content marketing efforts for a truly robust digital marketing strategy.
February 26, 2019 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules We’re here to guide you through dynamic search ad campaign process, with a quick and easy tutorial and custom tips to help create a dynamic search, get it up and running right away, and get the most out of your campaign.
February 14, 2019 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Templates and page builders and Gutenberg … oh my! Here, we share the differences between the three, all of which can be used to build a WordPress website.
February 5, 2019 | Amanda AalpoelNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules Wondering how your business should prepare for the California Consumer Privacy Act? Find out how to ensure you remain in compliance.
January 29, 2019 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Struggling to develop the perfect subject line that will connect with your audience? Use our 10 tips to help create a subject line that will resonate with your recipients, customers and prospects.
January 24, 2019 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules It's 2019. If you're still spending hours writing meta descriptions for every page on your website, you're doing something wrong. Find out what role meta descriptions should play in your overall SEO strategy.
January 22, 2019 | Fred PikeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Analytics
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Want to improve your Google Analytics data collection? Our 10 Google Analytics Admin Tips can help keep your data clean and accurate.
January 17, 2019 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
- WordPress
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Confused about the new WordPress Gutenberg editor? Review the pros and cons and find out how you can use it effectively on your WordPress site.
January 15, 2019 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- Social Media
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Struggling to write unique, high-quality, comprehensive content? Our guide to conducting a content marketing analysis will help you develop content that resonates with your target audience.
January 8, 2019 | Sydney ShimkoNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Accessibility
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Websites built with accessibility in mind often turn out to improve usability for everyone. Better usability enhances user experience, which builds brand loyalty and encourages conversions.
January 3, 2019 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Thinking about using Google's dynamic search ads as part of your paid search efforts? Find out if they're a good fit and what you should consider before getting started.
December 10, 2018 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Understand the intent of your users' queries and help it guide your content development. Learn how to incorporate search intent into your SEO strategy.
September 5, 2018 | Aaron Stearns | Amanda AalpoelNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules- Aaron Stearns
- Amanda Aalpoel
Resist the temptation to misuse sub-sites in SharePoint. There are more efficient ways to structure site content without creating complicated nested information.
August 6, 2018 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules If we involve users in the design process, we can be more certain of meeting user needs. In User Centered Design, data collected from testing actual target users – rather than assumptions made by the project team – drives the decision-making.
June 26, 2018 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules A website redesign offers your company opportunity to re-market and rebrand. It’s exciting. Then the process begins and reality hits. We simplified our long list of Dos and Don'ts for managing your website redesign down to six main ideas that will help keep your budget and sanity intact.
June 11, 2018 | Sydney ShimkoNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Choosing the perfect images for your website is half the battle. The other half involves optimizing those images to give users the best possible experience.
May 16, 2018 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Accessibility
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Accessibility is about more than designing websites to accommodate people with disabilities. Webites will expand their reach by becoming more usable for everyone.
May 15, 2018 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules If you want to keep your historical data in Google Analytics, update your GA data and retention policy. This new setting within Google Analytics determines how long data stays in your Analytics account.
April 18, 2018 | Sydney ShimkoNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Fonts and typography are important website design elements. Keep these eight considerations in mind before choosing a font for your site.
March 14, 2018 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules PersonID - NWS Data Modules GDPR is a new set of EU regulations going into effect on May 25, 2018. It provides citizens of the European Union greater protections and rights pertaining to what companies can do with their personal information. Discover what this law means for you and what you should be doing to remain compliant.
January 2, 2018 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Accessibility
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Chances are, this update to Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 -- now called Section 508 Refresh – will not directly apply your website. Still, do not ignore the update. Section 508 Refresh recognizes WCAG 2.0 A & AA as its standard. In this, the U.S. joins most of the world in recognizing WCAG 2.0 as the standard and guideline for website accessibility. WCAG 2.0 is now the de facto international web accessibility authority.
November 6, 2017 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Not so long ago, marketers leveraged social media for brand recognition and little else. The growth and success of social media advertising has changed that; marketers now see a return on investment beyond brand awareness. Facebook is a good place to start social media advertising.
September 27, 2017 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Search Engine Optimization is a standard practice in the business-to-consumer sphere, but when embarking on a website redesign, or just tweaking an existing site, manufacturers also need to think about their SEO strategy.
September 13, 2017 | Fred PikeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules This series of Health I.Q. ads on the Google Display Network stand out as particularly effective in a highly competitive industry.
August 1, 2017 | Katelyn GoerkeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Brands use microsites to highlight sub-brands, target specific audiences, enhance certain services and more. If you do opt for a microsite, observe these seven principles.
June 6, 2017 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Software Development
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Builders of apps face many design decisions related to how a user will interact with the app. Those choices can mean the difference between a user raving about your app and uninstalling it within minutes.
March 16, 2017 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Digital marketing came late to B2B manufacturing. Within many B2B manufacturers, marketing remains “the department of pretty pictures.” If you’re a marketer in such a business, it’s time to create a strategy and assert your proper role.
January 27, 2017 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules People love infographics. They read them avidly and share them readily. Infographics are hot. Don’t let Photoshop or Illustrator illiteracy hold you back. You can design your own infographic without them by following these steps.
November 8, 2016 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Analytics
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Google Analytics is a powerful and essential tool. Making the most of it takes time and experience. Developing an understanding of Google Analytics will help you demonstrate your department's ROI to top executives.
July 6, 2016 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Storytelling allows your company to connect with readers emotionally, and people remember that. Thus, they are more likely to share your story on their own websites or social media accounts.
June 9, 2016 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Marketing and Advertising
PersonID - NWS Data Modules B2B paid search campaigns differ markedly from B2C, especially for B2B companies without ecommerce.
April 29, 2016 | Fred PikeNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Analytics
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Feb 9, 2017. Use UTM parameters to measure the success of your e-mail blasts or other outbound marketing methods. Without UTM variables, you won’t have a clue if your content marketing efforts are working.
April 12, 2016 | Northwoods TeamNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Digital Strategy
- Web Design and Development
PersonID - NWS Data Modules The term "User Experience" involves every aspect – practical, technical, perceptual and emotional – of every user interaction with a website. It encompasses how someone feels during and after visiting.
March 29, 2016 | Jenna DehnNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Analytics
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Understanding the terminology of Google Analytics is important, but you also need to know what good data looks like. Our infographic will help you understand your website’s analytics, which will help drive your digital marketing strategy.
September 22, 2015 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Analytics
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules If you're struggling to measure the impact of your content marketing efforts, Google Analytics Content Groupings can help. Learn how to use groupings to measure your success.
July 23, 2015 | Amanda KoehlerNWS Data ModulesTopic - NWS Data Modules- Analytics
- Digital Marketing and Advertising
- Digital Strategy
PersonID - NWS Data Modules Using Google Analytics dashboards will let you get the data you need at a single glance. Learn about setting up a custom dashboard for your site.