Kathryn Aragon
B2B Growth Consultant
“Perception is reality.” That’s how my professor started every marketing class, repeating the words as a mantra until they became a permanent part of our thinking. Even so, when you’re on the …
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One of the most challenging assignments for any marketer is the elusive (and intimidating) unique selling proposition (USP). "Own a piece of the market," instructs your marketing manual. Okay, but …
What is marketing? Big ideas, persuasion, sales, motivation, call to action... Yes. It's all of these and more. But the easiest expression of it is this: strong ideas, simply expressed. A big …
Results. Converting prospects into customers and customers into loyal fans. That’s the bottom line in marketing. So why are marketing departments satisfied with lackluster messaging that doesn’t …
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Is there ever such a thing as pure, unadulterated creativity? Probably not. Which is why even great writers like Shakespeare borrow ideas and plots. Hey, if Shakespeare wasn't above a little …
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When you think of copywriting tips, it isn't Shakespeare who typically comes to mind. Maybe it's because he wrote in King James English or that we study him in advanced English classes. But …
