Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Targeting Consumers with Content Marketing

In today’s busy world, Internet-savvy consumers are on the hunt for relevant content at fast speeds. Most consumers begin their online search for your products and services long before they ever know anything about your company. So how do you make your company stand out online? Content. It’s time to become a content marketing expert.

Content marketing is the art of understanding what “content” the consumer wants or needs to know. When you impart that information to the consumer, you instantly become the consumer’s friend. You begin to form a relationship with them. You become a trusted resource that they will, in turn, pass on to their friends and colleagues.

So you understand it is important for your business to have relevant content, now what? It’s time to develop a content marketing plan. First, make a commitment. Understand that great, high-quality content takes time, effort and expertise. Second, think about your target audience and the type of consumer you are seeking. Third, determine the wants and needs of the consumer. And fourth, put your plan into motion by creating a content marketing schedule. Set your plan for at least six months out of when and where content will be generated and posted. You may want to consider hiring a media and marketing strategist to create a strategic content marketing schedule. Sound like a plan?

Creating a content marketing plan can be challenging, but Agency Creative can help you define and create a strategic content marketing plan for your company. Check back in a few weeks for my newest blog on content marketing tips.

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