Two heads are better than one, they always say. OK, I’m suddenly getting Fallout vibes of two-headed Brahmin in a post-apocalypse landscape, but that’s not at all what I meant. No, we’re talking real-world collaborations here. Brand and influencer collaboration, when done right, can be magic in a bottle for your brand. Perhaps this is […]
Remember when cartoons were weird, wonderful, and insanely creative? We do, too, but that’s not really what we’re talking about this week. No, we’re diving into yet another hot topic in the marketing industry right now. Can you guess what it is? Hint? It has something to do with the paid side of the sandwich. […]
Hey everyone! We’re taking a trip to the land of dinosaurs this week, and you’re invited! No, wait, that’s not right. It’s more like back to the future, maybe. No, that’s definitely not right. Whatever. What is beyond the welcome email? That is the question. Let’s just get to the point. Email marketing is NOT […]
Hey everyone! This week we’re digging into the hot topic of Zero Click Google Searches. Google owns not only the largest search engine, but also the second-largest search engine (YouTube), the most-used operating system (Android) and the most-used browser (Chrome). So, how do you compete against a company that basically owns the internet? Check out the video or podcast above […]
Hi everyone, we’ve got a fun topic for you this week! The bees have found 5 creative marketing campaigns from local businesses in Waterloo Region that are killing it, and we’re here to share them with you. I know, crazy, right? Top 5 lists! Woot. Ahem. Ok, so maybe I love lists. Don’t judge me. […]
This week we’ll be looking at the foundations of a successful digital marketing plan, and five fundamental Digital Marketing programs you need to be successful and grow your business online: Customer Reviews Citation Listings Google Ads Facebook & Instagram Ads Social Media Content Creation & Publishing Subscribe to our weekly live stream on Facebook, or take […]
Welcome to our How to Optimize Your Google My Business guide. If you need a refresher on How to Get Verified on Google My Business, you can find it here, or How to Set Up Google My Business, you can find it here. *** Update *** Google My Business now allows you to tell customers […]
Welcome to our How to Get Verified on Google My Business guide. If you need a refresher on How to Set Up Google My Business, you can find it here. How to Get Verified on Google My Business and Why it is So Important Simply put, if you do not verify your business, you will […]
What is Google My Business? Google My Business (GMB) is a powerful free tool that lets you manage how your business appears in Google search results, Google Maps, and Google reviews. You can add your business name, contact information, location and hours, photos, and you can monitor and respond to customer reviews. Read on for […]
Let’s take a look at how to build a B2B customer journey from awareness to purchase. Understanding this process is the key to building successful relationships. Subscribe to our weekly live stream on Facebook, or take it on the go with a podcast on your choice of platforms. Keep up-to-date on news, trends, and tips in […]
The Beginning It’s been a whirlwind. That’s the best way to describe my first month of agency life at the Hive. Well, technically, it’s almost like my second month since I was doing my Conestoga College co-op placement here when COVID-19 hit. Then suddenly, BAM! ✔ Co-op cancelled halfway through ✔Graduation cancelled ✔Awards cancelled Welcome […]
Pinterest has always been a place where people go to look for new, creative ideas. Lately, we’ve been seeing a shift in daily habits while people adapt to the new normal, and the world starts moving forward again from the COVID-19 lockdown. Those who are coming to Pinterest are looking for inspiration more than ever […]
June is here at last, and the first week just flew by in a heatwave. Stay hydrated, friends. This week we’re taking a deep dive into a topic that many businesses struggle with – how to promote a Webinar and execute successfully to increase conversion rates. New technologies can be difficult to adapt to, and […]
Just like you can’t build a house on a leaky foundation, you shouldn’t open a social media account for your business without having a strategy in place. All businesses, big or small, need to understand what makes them stand out, why they are different, who they are targeting, and what they are measuring success against. […]
The long weekend is behind us, we only got one glorious day of perfect weather, but it was just enough for us bees to recharge and dig into some new and exciting topics. This week we’re looking at headless commerce and how small businesses can leverage social media as a sales channel. And we’re super […]
