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Performance media insights, lessons, and tactics for organizations under a microscope.

What makes a good client when working with a digital agency

Marketing Strategy

What Makes A Good Client When Working With a Digital Agency?

Being a good digital marketing agency client isn’t just about saying yes to everything your agency proposes or spending a lot of money. There are many ways to establish yourself as…

8 min read Courtney Kennedy Sep 15, 2025 6:05:37 AM
Don’t Trust Google to Optimize Your Digital Ad Campaigns

Media Buying

Don’t Trust Google to Optimize Your Digital Ad Campaigns

Google search ads are like a best friend with a spending problem. Sure, they’ve got ‘helpful’ suggestions, but mostly they just want you to throw money at it. This blog is your int…

8 min read Courtney Kennedy Apr 3, 2025 12:35:13 PM
LinkedIn Best Practices: Paid & Organic

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LinkedIn Best Practices: Paid & Organic

Tired of shouting into the social media void? Well, LinkedIn, with its alleged “unique ecosystem” of over a billion professionals and 67 million companies, promises to be different…

7 min read Courtney Kennedy Mar 20, 2025 6:59:18 AM
Facebook Changes You Need to Know In 2025

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Facebook Changes You Need to Know In 2025

New year, new Facebook (kind of). Meta’s 2025 updates are here, and they’re shaking things up. From AI-driven everything to a controversial shift in political content policies, thi…

6 min read Courtney Kennedy Mar 10, 2025 5:49:20 AM
Why Local SEO Is Indispensable to Small Businesses

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Why Local SEO Is Indispensable to Small Businesses

As we all know, Small Businesses are the heartbeat of every community and face many challenges whether it be managing cash flow, finding and retaining qualified employees or even m…

8 min read Courtney Kennedy Oct 3, 2024 7:24:00 AM
Uncovering the Truth Behind CTR

Media Buying

Uncovering the Truth Behind CTR

In the wild world of digital marketing, there’s this magical number called CTR (Click-Through Rate) that’s basically like a popularity contest for your ads and links. It tells you …

9 min read Courtney Kennedy Jul 2, 2024 11:38:16 AM