Election season brings a unique set of challenges and opportunities for marketers. With heightened public interest and shifting consumer behaviors, the stakes are high, making it crucial to navigate this period carefully. Here’s how to ensure your marketing dollars are well-spent while avoiding potential pitfalls. Be Careful with Mail the Week Before the Election Mailboxes Read More Navigating Election Season: Smart Strategies for Marketing Investments
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August 2024 Trends
We compiled these trends from over 100 brands, comparing year-over-year data for the date range July 1, 2024, to July 31, 2024. July 2024: Consumers Watch Their Wallets Consumers exhibited caution with their spending in July. Although there was an increase in sessions for many retailers, this did not translate into higher sales, with order Read More August 2024 Trends
Strategies for Managing Higher Postal Rates with Effective Marketing
Rising postal rates pose a significant challenge for industries that rely heavily on direct mail. However, increased costs don’t have to spell the end of your direct mail strategy. With a few strategic adjustments and considerations, brands can offset these higher rates while continuing to achieve their marketing goals. Here are some strategies to consider: Read More Strategies for Managing Higher Postal Rates with Effective Marketing
Enhancing Holiday Media Strategies: Print Media as a Digital Champion
As we prepare for the Holiday season and consider last-minute changes to our media spend, it’s essential to ask: Can print media be a digital champion? Overwhelmingly, the data tells us YES. Print campaigns are often perceived as more credible and trustworthy than digital ads. This trust translates into a stronger brand presence and higher Read More Enhancing Holiday Media Strategies: Print Media as a Digital Champion
July 2024 Trends
We compiled these trends from over 100 brands, comparing year-over-year data for the date range June 1, 2024, to June 30, 2024. June 2024: Summer Boost: Rising Consumer Engagement The apparel sector shows strong demand compared to other industries experiencing subdued or stable demand. Despite this, all sectors saw increased consumer engagement in June. The Read More July 2024 Trends
June 2024 Trends
We compiled these trends from over 100 brands, comparing year-over-year data for the date range May 1, 2024, to May 31, 2024. May 2024: Embracing the Summer Slowdown Despite economic challenges like inflation, consumer engagement remains strong, supporting our positive outlook for 2024. While we expect a temporary slowdown in the economy, there are still Read More June 2024 Trends
May 2024 Trends
We compiled trends from over 100 brands, comparing year-over-year data for the date range April 1, 2024, to April 30, 2024. April 2024: Spring Softness Continues Following a sluggish trend, shopper activity remained subdued in April. Although demand for apparel remained robust, other sectors experienced declines compared to the previous year. Despite economic challenges such Read More May 2024 Trends
Marketing KPIs: March 2024 Trends
Want to discover the latest industry developments for March 2024? Gain valuable insights with in-depth analyses from more than 100 diverse brands, uncovering key trends shaping the landscape. March 2024: Spring Softness After a strong February, shoppers took a breath in March. Demand for apparel remained strong, and home and furniture retailers saw improving market Read More Marketing KPIs: March 2024 Trends
Marketing KPIs: February 2024 Trends
Want to discover the latest industry developments for February 2024? Gain valuable insights with in-depth analyses from more than 100 diverse brands, uncovering key trends shaping the landscape. February 2024: Robust Performance In February, there was significant growth in online activity, with sessions up by 12% year-over-year (YOY), indicating increased traffic to the platform. Additionally, Read More Marketing KPIs: February 2024 Trends
Is Your 0-12 Month Customer File Shrinking?
If you’re unsure about the answer to this question, I strongly advise you to pause for a moment and check. In light of the persistent rise in inflationary expenses, many brands are cutting back on their acquisition efforts without closely monitoring the potential shrinkage of their customer file. To illustrate this point, consider the case Read More Is Your 0-12 Month Customer File Shrinking?