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Machine Learning and Marketing: Tools, Examples, and Tips Most Teams Can Use

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Machine Learning and Marketing: Tools, Examples, and Tips Most Teams Can Use Machine learning, a subset of AI, is a powerful tool that's rapidly transforming marketing. Around 35% of marketers are using AI to simplify their jobs and automate tedious tasks, according to HubSpot’s latest research. However, the same research reveals that 96% of marketers still adjust AI-generated outputs — indicating that it's still far from perfect. In today‘s post, you’ll learn how machine learning can supercharge your marketing team. We’ll also share actionable examples from real-world companies implementing machine learning and noticing significant improvements. Table of Contents Machine Learning and Marketing How Machine Learning Can Improve Marketing 15 Examples of Machine Learning and Marketing 5 Tips for Using Machine Learning in Marketing Machine Learning Tools for Marketing Machine Learning and Marketing Machine learning is a form of artificial intelligence (AI) that enables software applications to become more accurate at predicting outcomes without being explicitly programmed. Marketers use ML to understand customer behavior and identify trends in large datasets, allowing them to create more efficient marketing campaigns and improve marketing ROI. For example, Netflix uses machine learning to enhance its recommendations algorithm, forecast demand, and increase customer engagement. By leveraging customers' viewing history, the company gains powerful insights into customer preferences, enabling them to make relevant content suggestions. Look at the image below to see what makes business professionals adopt ML and AI technology. Image Source How...

Top 15 Ecommerce Platforms of 2023: Find the Best One for Your Business

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Top 15 Ecommerce Platforms of 2023: Find the Best One for Your Business Today's businesses need a reliable ecommerce platform to expand their online presence. Luckily, organizations can simplify operations, provide seamless shopping experiences, and manage their online stores more efficiently with an ecommerce platform. This article explores the top 10 ecommerce software options, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. Now let‘s find your business’s best ecommerce software solution. In this article, we’ll cover: Online Point-of-Sale Websites Analytics Online Point-of-Sale 1. Shopify Image Source A great ecommerce platform that can handle a large inventory is Shopify. This popular platform offers a range of features, including multi-channel selling and customizable templates. Creating a professional-looking online store is easy with Shopify's intuitive interface. With features like abandoned cart recovery, gift cards, and product reviews, Shopify can help boost sales and enhance the customer experience. Best for: All businesses, especially those with large inventories. Pricing: A basic account is $29/month, and advanced is $299/month. 2. WooCommerce Image Source WooCommerce is an open-source platform powered by WordPress. It’s designed to help merchants and developers build long-term successful businesses. People who want to sell online or build stores for others can use WooCommerce. It has an active community of developers and users who provide support and resources. Besides offering next-level customization, advanced selling features, and dedicated support, WooCommerce also...

How to Create a Segment in Google Analytics

Google Analytics
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How to Create a Segment in Google Analytics Gathering insights isn’t enough. To truly harness the power of the data of your Google Analytics dashboard, you need to leverage segmentation and drill down into your data. In this post, you’ll learn three ways to create segments in Google Analytics to help you isolate and analyze your data to uncover opportunities. Table of Contents What is segmentation in Google Analytics? How to Create Segments in Google Analytics How to Build Custom Segments in Google Analytics How to Import Segments in Google Analytics from the Analytics Solutions Gallery There are three ways to segment data in Google Analytics. You can apply “system segments” which are pre-defined segments available across all Google Analytics accounts. You can build custom segments that allow you to group and analyze your data for your specific use-cases. You can import a segment “template” from the Analytics Solutions Gallery. The method you choose will depend on your unique use case. Knowing the level of customization you require and the complexity of your segment can help you make a decision. We’ll explore these three methods below. How to Create Segments in Google Analytics Step 1: Login into your Google Analytics account. Step 2: Navigate to the “reports” section on your dashboard. Image Source Under reports, you have five options: Realtime. Audience. Acquisition....

Which AI Tool Writes the Best Marketing Copy? [I Tested Several Different Tools]

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Which AI Tool Writes the Best Marketing Copy? As a marketing copywriter, I can tell you writing is critical to any successful marketing campaign, from emails to social media posts to blogs. Even the most seasoned writer can struggle to keep up with demand, so taking advantage of the AI tools available to streamline your process and boost your productivity is crucial. But what tool is best for you and the content you need to create? I tested several AI copywriting platforms to find which tools write the best marketing copy. By the end of this blog post, you'll have a better idea of what tools you should try to help you produce quality content faster. What is AI Copywriting? Blog Introductions HubSpot's AI Content Writer ChatGPT Scalenut Social Media Copy SocialBee Anyword Email Copy Copy.AI Hypotenuse.AI Choosing the AI Tool for You What is AI copywriting? AI copywriting combines natural language processing with machine learning to generate copy for social media, blogs, websites, landing pages, scripts, and more. Though AI generates the copy, the intention is for it to sound like a human wrote it. Furthermore, AI-generated copy is crafted quickly, helping marketers meet deadlines and allot more time toward other responsibilities. Blog Introductions My three contenders for the best AI tool for blog writing are HubSpot's AI content writer, ChatGPT, and Scalenut. To compare each device, I typed the following prompt into each system and evaluated the introductions in the results: “Generate a...

Are Virtual Influencers the Future of Marketing, or Untrustworthy Advertising (Top 15 Virtual Influencers)

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Are Virtual Influencers the Future of Marketing, or Untrustworthy Advertising (Top 15 Virtual Influencers) Just last week, I purchased a yoga mat after seeing a sponsored post on Instagram from fitness influencer Cassey Ho. Ho commands a large following on YouTube thanks to her bubbly personality and Pilates prowess. Ultimately, her endorsement was enough for me to click "Buy." But could this influencer magic work with a non-human influencer? In 2023, computer-generated influencers might argue, "Yes." Here, we'll discuss whether virtual influencers are the future of marketing, and list the top 15 virtual influencers of 2023. Let's dive in. Tables of Contents What is a virtual influencer? Are Virtual Influencers The Future of Marketing? The Top 15 Virtual Influencers What Virtual Influencers Can Offer — and What's Missing Let's take a look at this post from Miquela Sousa (@lilmiquela), a virtual influencer with over 2.7 million followers on Instagram: By all accounts, the post looks real. Miquela, a 19-year-old Brazilian-American model, influencer, and singer, is posting a #sponsored post for Calvin Klein and posing with fellow model Bella Hadid. But Miquela is a computer-generated character, introduced by Los Angeles company Brud in 2016. Each month, almost 260,000 people listen to her music on Spotify. Miquela works with major brands ranging from Prada to Samsung, and she's even given interviews at Coachella. All of which raises the question — why should companies pay real human influencers to promote their products, when they can create their own...

100+ of My Favorite Halloween Puns As a Marketer [Inspired by Real Campaigns]

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100+ of My Favorite Halloween Puns As a Marketer I love a good pun. Okay, who am I kidding? I’m a big fan of the bad ones, too. Halloween is the perfect holiday for marketers to get creative and let that punny side shine. That’s why I’ve taken it u-PUN myself to create this PUN-believable list of puns to use in your marketing campaigns this spooky season. The Ultimate List of Halloween Puns for Marketers In each of the categories below, I’ve selected my favorite marketing halloween puns from 2023 and included some additional ideas for inspiration. Find un-BOO-lievably creative halloween puns for: Marketing Campaigns Discounts and Product Offers Just For Fun Marketing Campaigns My 2023 Favorites: Hulu, Target, Yankee Candle What I love (from left to right in the picture above): Hulu: The play on words is perfection, and not pursuing “Huluween” would’ve 100% been a missed opportunity. I love that Hulu compiles all of my Halloween favorites into one cleverly-named category for easy access. Target: With the nod to “Hide and Seek,” Target’s Halloween campaign is completely on theme. I love the creativity behind this boutique, and it’s an effective way to re-advertise all of Target’s seasonal products. Yankee Candle: It’s candle season as much as it is spooky season. I love how Yankee Candle leans into Halloween with haunting imagery to promote their frighteningly good fragrances. Halloween Puns for Marketing Campaigns Great...

Product Launch Checklist: How to Launch a Product, According to HubSpot’s Experts

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Product Launch Checklist: How to Launch a Product, According to HubSpot's Experts Like a tree falling in the woods, if you plan a product launch without spreading the word — will anyone use it? Will anyone even want it? Probably not. Whether you‘re launching something huge, something small, or you’re updating a current offering, you'll want to start your preparation well in advance of the launch date with a product launch checklist. Because there are so many moving parts in this process, bringing your product to market can be intimidating and tricky. To help you, we've come up with a step-by-step checklist for a successful product launch and gathered the best product launch tips from a HubSpot Product Marketer. What is a product launch? A product launch is the process of introducing a brand new product or service to the world. It involves various marketing and promotional activities aimed at creating buzz and demand around your new offering. The ultimate goal is to get customers excited and eager to buy the new product. Product launches require a lot of planning. You can’t just drop a new product out of the blue and expect everyone to buy in — well, unless you’re Beyoncé. Luckily, our product launch checklist can help ensure that all your t’s are crossed and i’s are dotted before your official launch date. 1. Learn about your customer. Whether you call it “market research,” or “customer development” it's key to learn about what drives...

Are Meta’s Celebrity Bots Taking AI Too Far?

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Are Meta’s Celebrity Bots Taking AI Too Far? She looks like Kendall Jenner and sounds like Kendall Jenner, but is introducing herself on Instagram as Billie. Who is she? Billie is an AI-powered bot managed by Meta using Jenner’s likeness. Meta has rolled out a group of bots played by familiar celebrity faces including Paris Hilton, Tom Brady, and Snoop Dogg. Image Source Each bot has its own niche, specializing in specific topics for conversation. Tom Brady’s character Bru is a sports debater, primed for discourse with sports fans. Snoop Dogg’s character is a dungeon master, ready for conversations with fans of Dungeons and Dragons. Jenner’s character Billie is positioned as a big sister figure whom users can message for advice. When the news first broke, there seemed to be some confusion around whether the images and videos were actually of celebrities, or if they were generated by AI. In the introductory post for Jenner’s Billie, users left comments such as: “AI is getting out of hand….” “Is this legal? did Kendal consent to this? is she getting money from this?” “I would say I always know AI when I see it. This one seems nothing like AI to me. If it actually is AI generated ... I will freak out.” So far, the content featuring celebrity likenesses are real videos, with each celeb playing a human version of their bot. However, the chat features and messages from these accounts will be generated by AI. Why is Meta using...

How to Create an SEO Report — The Complete Guide

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How to Create an SEO Report — The Complete Guide Let’s say I moved to a new city, and I want to find a great, independently-owned coffee shop. My first stop is likely Google or another search engine. I’ll see several suggestions based on my location, but why do some java joints rank higher than others? Well, that’s all a part of SEO. The coffee shops higher on the list may have better site structure, making it easier for search engine bots to crawl and categorize their pages. Or perhaps they’re targeting the right keywords, like “specialty lattes” or “locally owned.” If you want to understand why your site ranks (or doesn’t) in search, you’ll need to run an SEO report. In this post, you’ll learn the ins and outs of making your own. Table of Contents What is an SEO report? SEO Report Template How to Create an SEO Report SEO Report Best Practices What is an SEO report? An SEO report shows how well your content and your web pages are performing in search engines and how prospective customers might be engaging with your content. Search engine optimization (SEO) aims to expand a company’s visibility in organic search results. As a result, these efforts drive more visitors to the company’s website, increasing their chances for more conversions and leading to more revenue. Now you know what SEO is, but how can you tell you’re doing it right? This is...