What’s a Blog (& Why I’d Consider Starting One)
If you’re not sure what a blog is, you’ve definitely come across one at some point. Perhaps you’ve stumbled across a blog when you’ve searched “healthy dinner recipes.” Maybe you…
My Comprehensive Guide to Micro-Influencer Marketing
I recently purchased an adorable cable-knit sweater on TikTok Shop merely because I saw an influencer post about it. The pull influencers of all followings have on social media users…
The Startup Distribution Engine: Why You Need One and How to Build It
As a startup founder or marketing leader, you've likely heard the mantra “distribution is everything.” But what does that really mean, and how do you put it into practice? Building…
The Ultimate Guide to Statements of Work — Here’s Everything I Know
I have been freelancing for nearly 6 years now (gosh, time flies). Initially I didn’t formalize my agreements with clients — no signed documents or contracts. But as I gained…
21 Creative Lead Generation Ideas to Try (& Why Marketers Recommend Them)
Coming up with effective lead generation ideas is tough — and I’m the world’s worst at putting off this aspect of my marketing strategy. Sending cold emails and scraping together…
Level Up Your Content Marketing Funnel — Here’s How I Make the Right Content for Each Stage
I have a confession: I’m a chronic review reader. I start every purchase with a Google search. I rely on content — both from reviewers and from companies themselves —…
The Ultimate Guide to Advertising in 2025
We’re surrounded by ads all day, every day, but how often does one end up living rent-free in your head? And more importantly, how can you make an ad so…
The Future of Google: Web Strategists Predict How AI Overviews & Other Search Changes Will Impact Traffic [New Data]
More than 300 marketing pros told us whether their worst fears or wildest dreams have come to fruition since the launch of Google’s AI Overviews (formerly SGE) in May 2024.…
From Pretty Logos to Real Impact: How I Shifted My Focus from Visual to Emotional Branding
Welcome to Creator Columns, where we bring expert HubSpot Creator voices to the Blogs that inspire and help you grow better. I never wanted a business that only looked good…
Optimizing B2B Conversion Rates — All My Tips and Strategies
One of my favorite things to do is watch college football. And if you think I’m going to compare optimizing B2B conversion rates to football, you’re absolutely right. Just like…