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Martech. That’s a nice, short way of saying “marketing technology.” Every time people use MailChimp to send out a newsletter, schedule a tweet using Hootsuite, or sift through Google Analytics data, they’re using martech. But what about emerging tech like augmented reality and virtual reality?  For some, it’s a buzzword. For digital marketers, it’s their bread and butter. It’s also a blessing and a curse. That’s because marketing technology evolves at a rapid pace. As soon as someone masters the

To say we live in a mobile world is an understatement. As a business owner, you're probably well versed in the importance of targeting mobile customers. Chances are, your website is crafted using responsive design to ensure that it's accessible to everyone, no matter their screen size. Maybe you've run a mobile campaign that targets customers using SMS messages. But have you ever thought about how you could use a mobile device to run your business more efficiently? If not,

Positive Reviews Pro Users, The team at here at National Positions wanted to take a moment to inform you about some updates from Google that will be affecting some of our Positive Review Pro’s functionality settings. Reputation Management, Reviews, & Google: What Has Changed? Reviews are a fantastic driver of business. Often, reviews are the sole or primary factor that determines whether a new or returning client chooses your company over your competitor.  Furthermore, Google’s continued focus on using public

  People are tired of traditional advertising. They skip through commercials and ignore banner ads. They’re skeptical of marketing claims. In the age social media, people want to hear from other people, preferably people they trust. They listen to friends, family, and coworkers. They read reviews and the watch influencers.  They also follow influencers – trendsetters, celebrities, YouTube stars, critics, bloggers, experts, analysts – major players who have gathered large and active followings on social media channels. Influencers hold sway

Last year, Google banned addiction treatment centers from using its AdWords Advertising platform. Now, after an extended review process, the company has once again given the green light to drug and alcohol programs. What made the largest advertising provider ban a $78 million segment of the market, and what has changed since the ban was implemented? Why Did Google Ban Rehab Facilities? Last September, Google suspended addiction treatment and rehab centers from advertising on websites, search pages and apps because

People want to eat healthier, feel better and live longer. That desire has caused a boom in the global health and wellness market, which now rakes in almost $4 trillion dollars each year. The supplement industry alone contributes over $120 billion annually to the U.S. economy. That has proved both a blessing and a curse for those marketing nutritional supplements and other wellness products. The industry is growing, but so is the competition. In such cutthroat times, the only way