2021
STARTUP How to Keep Your Social Media Fans Engaged and Attract New Followers
Why is engagement on social media important? Having an engaged following on one or more social media platforms allows companies, brands, and organizations the ability to connect on a deeper level with their audiences, raise awareness, and ultimately drive leads
Google Ads vs. Facebook Ads – Which is Better for Business?
As a business owner, you need to be careful about where to spend your money. Very few companies (especially small businesses) have the luxury of no holds barred spending. When it comes to spending your money on online advertising, there
5 Local SEO Strategies For Your Business
In the age of instant information and smartphones in every pocket, Local SEO rose to become one of the more powerful tools for businesses of all sizes. Everyone sees and understands the importance of Maps Listings and “Near Me” searches…
UX and Healthcare Websites – Balancing Form and Function
In digital marketing, when a new website design is proposed, a battle typically occurs between the internal departments of design, development, and SEO. The team must execute a design that will balance design and development or form and function. However,
Marketing for Niche Medical Practices
New patients are the lifeblood for any medical practice… and niche practices in particular. A doctor who maintains a full patient load and the daily needs of a busy practice can lack the time required for effective marketing.
Social Media Tips for Medical Marketing
In today’s world, it seems as though everyone is on social media. From major corporations to small mom-and-pop shops… business owners are taking advantage of the opportunities social media provides their company to grow and prosper.
Continuing the Conversation: Creating Remarketing Campaigns To Close Window Shoppers
While business owners always hope that prospective customers will see their name or product and buy immediately, that is rarely the case. The sales and marketing term “buyer’s journey” is accurate – most consumers go through a process when selecting
Online Reputation Management for the Healthcare Industry
“Just Google It”. The most common three words heard around the world. What a prospective customer finds on Google will determine if they make the call, send the email, or walk through the door. This is because nearly 80% of
When Should My Business Start Advertising on LinkedIn?
Are you thinking about advertising on LinkedIn but you’re not sure whether it’s a good marketing channel for your business? We already know about other social media platforms that offer advertising like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat, and of course,
Top Healthcare Digital Marketing Tips for 2021
The past year was difficult for many. Yet here at Efferent Media, our healthcare clients had a good year, unlike many of their competitors. As circumstances change for 2021, here are marketing tips to make it the best year yet
2021 Google Algorithm Updates and Their Impact
Google has rolled out an unusual number of algorithm updates during the past few months, with alarming regularity. Beginning in September, updates were issued every month, ranging from minor to significant. Since August, many glitches have also caused headaches for
5 Tips for Spring Cleaning Your Digital Marketing Efforts
With spring right around the corner, scheduling some spring cleaning for your digital marketing is just as crucial as sprucing up your house. Digital marketing encompasses many techniques and strategies to increase your product’s visibility or services, across a wide
5 Ways To Improve Your Website
Your website is your digital business card and the first impression many prospects get. Fancy animations are pretty but are not necessary to grow your business. Instead, you need a website that is clear, easy to navigate, and pleasing to
Google Guaranteed – Everything You Need to Know
We explained how Google Guaranteed is part of the recipe for optimal local SEO efforts in a prior blog post. In this post, we will explain more about Google Guaranteed itself, how it works, and its relationship to Local Services
Why is Inbound So Important During the Pandemic?
COVID-19 has been brutal for a lot of businesses and some industries have been hit especially hard. The common response to revenue downturns is to stop or drastically curtail marketing. That is a big mistake and at Efferent Media we
Mixing Evergreen Content Into Your Blogging Schedule
Evergreen content is an important part of any content marketing strategy. Yet people often misunderstand the meaning and purpose of “evergreen” content and accidentally sabotage their overall marketing strategy. So, let’s take a look at the right way to mix
5 Tips to Enhance Website Traffic for Medical, Health, & Wellness Businesses
A website is essential for any business that wants to succeed and grow, and that includes medical, health and wellness businesses. While at one time such practices could rely on getting enough clients from medical directory referrals and having a
What is White Hat SEO and Why Should You Care?
SEO and search engine marketing have existed in some fashion since the first website was published in the early 1990s. In its current form, SEO is a product of Google and how both it and smart phones have become ubiquitous
What Makes a Website HIPAA Compliant?
HIPAA-compliant websites must have physical, network, and process security to safeguard protected health information. While that seems clear, HIPAA privacy and security rules involve many concerns and components. Here are some of the most common questions we get at Efferent
