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Mindgruve Wins San Diego Union-Tribune’s Top Workplaces 2023

The San Diego Union-Tribune’s Top Workplaces award distinguishes organizations that foster a positive work environment, encourage professional growth, and place the well-being of their teams at the forefront. It’s with immense pride that we announce Mindgruve’s recognition as a recipient of this esteemed award for 2023, a testament to our unwavering dedication to our team…

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The Reason You Need an Amazon Storefront

Amazon Storefronts offer a unique opportunity for online retailers to establish a strong, branded presence on the world’s largest ecommerce platform. To really win sales and stand out against competitors, there are a number of factors to consider.  Understanding Amazon Storefronts An Amazon Storefront, also known as a Brand Store, serves as the equivalent of…

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5 Reasons Why SEO Drives Business Performance

SEO isn’t always the top priority of many marketing strategies. The value it can bring to the business is commonly misunderstood by those less familiar with SEO. It’s an honest mistake. The return on investment isn’t as clear-cut when compared to marketing channels like paid search or social media, but the value is undeniable with…

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Grow Your Business with LinkedIn Newsletters

LinkedIn newsletters have emerged as a powerful tool for those aiming to bolster their online presence and connect with their audience effectively. In this article, we cover everything you need to know, including how to create one. What are LinkedIn Newsletters? LinkedIn newsletters are periodic publications that provide updates on relevant news. They consist of…

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Mindgruve Makes Adweek’s Fastest Growing Agency List 2023

Amidst an ever-evolving advertising landscape, Adweek shines a spotlight on agencies that not only adapt but also thrive and lead the industry. This year, Adweek’s list of Fastest Growing Agencies recognizes those that have demonstrated remarkable expansion and innovation in a fiercely competitive environment. We’re thrilled to announce that Mindgruve has secured its position on…

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Mindgruve Executives Named in SDBJ’s 2023 Leaders of Influence

Global digital agency Mindgruve is proud to announce that the San Diego Business Journal named two of its executives, CEO Chad Robley and Vice President of Media Ellyn Savage, on their list of San Diego’s 2023 Leaders of Influence in Advertising, PR and Marketing. Before founding Mindgruve in 2001, Chad spent a decade as a…

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How to Leverage AI for Paid Search

Marketers and advertisers know that AI has been heavily featured in the news. Typically, articles that highlight AI tools focus on the ability of the chatbots to provide thorough answers and expand on a simple question in great detail. There have also been discussions about AI replacing people. While we don’t agree with that, we…

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2023 Audio Landscape for Marketers

Audio Time Spent Growth By next year, a fifth of all time spent with interactive digital media in the US will go to digital audio. Spotify will take up almost an hour per day this year, and Pandora will take 48 minutes. Over half of digital audio listeners are tuning in to podcasts at least…

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Navigating the Amazon Customer Journey

The concept of the “Customer Journey” is fundamental in the world of ecommerce. Understanding how potential customers progress from recognizing their need for a product, to ultimately choosing yours is pivotal, especially in an environment where numerous brands vie for attention. Traditionally, the marketing funnel is built on three stages: awareness, consideration, and decision. However,…

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Understanding Google Analytics 4: Part Two

Google Analytics 4 (GA4) was officially launched on Jul 1, 2023. Many companies using the standard version of Universal Analytics (UA) will have noticed the large number of alerts added by Google in the interface, particularly the countdown timer to the official transition date. Companies that did not create a GA4 property by July 1,…

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Meta Introduces Threads

Threads is Meta’s newest social product. It was built by Instagram and is a text-sharing app and Twitter competitor. Threads offers a new, separate space for real-time updates and public conversations. Just like on Instagram, Threads users can follow and connect with friends, creators, and brands.  Threads is the name for both the app as…

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Mindgruve Named on the SDBJ Best Places to Work List

Mindgruve was recently recognized with The San Diego Business Journal’s Best Places to Work award, which celebrates the outstanding companies whose benefits, policies, and practices are among the best in the region. We’re honored to receive this accolade.  Mindgruve is a powerhouse of diverse talent, consisting of strategists, creatives, media experts, data scientists, and engineers,…

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4 Skill Sets of Highly Effective Creative Project Managers

The buck stops here. One of the reasons a project manager at your average ad agency typically clocks 10+ hours a day in her timesheets is because we’re responsible for managing budgets, developing project plans, communicating all project expectations, graciously herding the team along the primrose path of the timeline, and coming up with ad…

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Personas: Building a Bridge to Your Audience

Understanding your target audience is the cornerstone of effective marketing, and customer personas serve as the ultimate tool for forging these connections. They humanize your audience and provide insights into their needs, desires, and pain points. By inhabiting their perspectives, you can tailor your marketing strategies, content, and messaging to resonate with their unique perspectives. …

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Building Your Brand: 5 Best Online SEO Tools

When developing your brand’s website, one of the most vital components to ensure success is a thoughtful plan to engage your target audience. If you want to accomplish this, and stay competitive, you need to consider SEO. Whether you choose to work with an agency or develop a plan with your in-house team, SEO tools…

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Mindgruve Named a Finalist in 15th Annual Shorty Awards

Mindgruve, one of the fastest-growing digital marketing agencies in the U.S., was recognized as a Finalist in the 15th annual Shorty Awards for the Mindgruve Blog, “Food for Your Brain.” The Shorty Awards is an international awards competition honoring the best work by brands, agencies, nonprofits, and individuals across digital and social platforms. We’re honored…

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Seller’s Guide to Amazon Prime Day 2023

The highly anticipated shopping event of the summer, Prime Day (July 11th & 12th), is quickly approaching. As the global leader in ecommerce, Amazon holds immense influence over consumer trends and industry standards. Prime Day, along with the Prime Early Access Sale, has become a crucial barometer for understanding consumer behavior and effective marketing strategies….

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Unraveling Meta’s Conversions API

Facebook Conversions API has become the new solution to tracking data since Apple’s iOS 14 privacy update was rolled out in April 2021. This made it mandatory for users to opt in or out of allowing Facebook to track their behavior across websites and apps owned by different businesses. If someone decides to opt out…

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