When we think about selecting a font for a print marketing piece, we tend to think about the creative aspects of the selection. Does it match the branding? Will it convey the right message (strength, creativity, whimsy) to the target audience? But there are some practical issues that need to be considered as well. These…
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How can you tell if your 1:1 print efforts are working? It’s fairly simple, Measure them!! Even if you don’t have a full-time staff of business analysts, creating a simple ROI doesn’t have to be daunting. Here’s how to get started. 1. Set specific goals for your campaign. What are the goals of the campaign?…
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With online search being the default way many people find information these days, the question “Should I start a magazine?” may seem strange to many marketers. But the reality is, while overall magazine pages are down, highly targeted, specialized magazines are on the rise. Just look at the successful magazine launches from companies like Lowes,…
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A high-impact marketing campaign comes from creativity and strategy, not from having limitless resources. Let’s look at seven ways to optimize your marketing budget for maximum impact, even on minimum dollars. 1. Concentrate on a niche market.Target your message to a smaller market versus a diverse group of prospects. Maximize your marketing spend by mailing…
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Would it surprise you to know that 78% of consumers say they would be “more likely” to purchase from a retailer again if provided with offers targeted to their interests, wants, and needs? It shouldn’t. Here are some other eye-opening data on how willing consumers are to provide personal data if it provides them with…
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Maybe it’s the thinning volume in the mailbox. Maybe it’s marketers’ drooping results after focusing on e-marketing as a replacement for print. Whatever it is, we’re seeing it more and more. Marketing experts are talking about the benefits of keeping print in the mix. Most recently, Marketing Profs published an article titled “7 Reasons to…
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According to a survey by Forbes Insights,64% of global marketers “strongly agree” that data-driven marketing is crucial to success within a hyper-competitive global economy. An additional 27% agree. This makes 91% of marketers surveyed agreeing or strongly agreeing with the crucial nature of data. Not only do marketers agree that data-driven marketing is critical, but…
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Get ready for great USPS promotions in 2016! Just like in 2015, the USPS will offer a 2% discount on qualifying promotions that use interactive technologies that make your mail pieces more effective and cost-efficient, too. The new promotional categories for 2016 are as follows: Emerging and Advanced Technology/Video in Print Promotion (March – August…
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Print-based direct marketing is growing which is providing a huge opportunity for digital print. According to InfoTrends’ study Direct Marketing Production Printing and Value-Added Services: A strategy for growth, marketers are realizing print plays an important role in a multi-channel world. This study provides strategy and business development support to help vendors, print service providers,…
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Print marketing does more than communicate a message about your products and services. It communicates about your brand. The elements of your printed pieces send a strong message whether you realize it or not. Here are five tips for communicating the right brand messages: Have a consistent brand message across channels. From piece to piece…
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