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As content marketers, we spend most of our time sitting in front of a screen, buried in a Google Doc.But sometimes, it’s a great idea to leave the desk and socialize with other human beings—ideally on your employer’s dime 😉Conferences are a great excuse to hang out with other content marketers, talk shop, learn some new tricks, and learn how to do less work today with generative AI.Without further ado, here are the biggest and best content marketing conferences happening throughout 2026.ConferenceWhenLocationContent JamApril 22-23Chicago, USACopyConApril 24OnlineSocial Media Marketing WorldApril 28-30Anaheim, USAAhrefs Evolve Singapore ⭐May 14SingaporeVidConJune 25-27Anaheim, USACreator Economy Live EastJuly 28-29New York City, USAPodcast…

By Sean Tinney October 16, 2025 You already know email marketing works, you’re here because Mailchimp isn’t cutting it anymore. Whether pricing jumped unexpectedly, automation feels limited, or you’re just ready for better features, you’re making the right move by exploring alternatives. This guide compares five solid email platforms that might fit your business better, with honest breakdowns of what each does well and where they fall short. Top 5 Mailchimp Alternatives AWeber Constant Contact ActiveCampaign Brevo GetResponse 1. AWeber AWeber delivers powerful email marketing without the complexity that bogs down other platforms. We built our features specifically for small…

Video blogging works when you focus on three things: your smartphone camera, a clear niche, and consistent publishing. You don’t need expensive equipment to start a successful vlog. Most creators begin with the camera in their pocket and add gear as their audience grows. The truth is, video content creation has become accessible to everyone. What once required thousands in equipment now needs just a smartphone and basic editing software. Your personality matters more than production quality when building an audience. This guide walks you through the complete process of starting your video blog. You’ll learn equipment essentials, platform selection,…

For years, brands have obsessed over follower counts, basing their biggest marketing decisions on this metric. The reality is: follower count is often the least important metric when evaluating influencer partnerships. If you are investing real dollars into creators, you need to look beyond vanity influencer metrics and focus on indicators that actually drive business results. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube rely on these metrics to decide what content to promote. Below is a list of the most impactful metrics you need to grow your brand’s digital presence.   Looking for more ways to gain audience trust? Check out…

In 2026, companies aren’t just hiring content marketers to write blog posts or manage calendars. They want them to own visibility across search, AI-driven discovery, and storytelling—and to prove impact.To understand how the content marketing profession is shifting, we analyzed 8,000 content marketing job listings across the US.We looked at job titles, skills, responsibilities, salaries, degree requirements, and AI expectations—and explored the top trends for this year.Methodology To understand the trajectory of the 2026 job market, we analyzed 8,000 content marketing job listings from Indeed.com (US) as of November 25, 2025.Here’s how we approached it: Data collection and cleaning: Because many roles…

When it comes to creating designs that represent simplicity, nature, and the rugged raw feel, nothing beats the rustic design style. It’s a design trend that never goes out of style. While rustic design style is most popular in home interior design, it’s also commonly used in graphic design as well, especially in logo, signage, label, and wedding designs. The font you use for typography is usually the key element of a rustic design. In this post, we look at some of the most beautiful and stylish rustic…

Social media has become a routine part of daily life for most Americans, but for military service members, posting online carries unique risks and responsibilities. The Department of Defense actively monitors social media activity, and what service members share can have serious consequences for their careers, security clearances, and unit safety. This article reviews how the military’s interest in social media goes beyond simple curiosity. Commanders and security personnel review posts to identify potential threats to operational security, assess character and judgment, and ensure service members uphold the standards expected of those in uniform.  Understanding what triggers military scrutiny…

Web development is an ever-evolving industry. That means we’re constantly adapting to what’s new, all while maintaining quality and efficiency. No sooner are we comfortable with something than it changes on us. This applies to our workflow just as much as it does to other parts of our business. The way we build websites must align with modern best practices. The good news is that you don’t have to scrap your tried-and-true processes. Rather, it’s about adjusting to your project’s needs. Your workflow should reflect the tasks you perform and the technologies you work with. It should also improve your…

When it comes to NBA All-Star Weekend, the league is helping brands have a solid game plan.This year’s All-Star activities kick off this weekend in Los Angeles with events such as the Castrol Rising Stars game on Friday; the Kia Shooting Stars, the State Farm 3-Point Contest, and the AT&T Slam Dunk Contest on Saturday; and the All-Star game on Sunday, with the competition featuring a new U.S. vs. the World format.With so many options to be a part of a premier live event, the NBA All-Star Weekend has been a major draw for advertisers. NBCUniversal announced an ad-inventory sellout…

Written by: Keegan Heinrich The Super Bowl has always been one of the most anticipated marketing events with viewers even excited for ad breaks. Brands spend millions of dollars on 20 second ad slots, anticipating engaged viewers. Consumers yearn for a sense of authenticity and relatability, something that traditional advertisements lack. Influencers aren’t just participating in Super Bowl marketing, they are redefining it.  Take Poppi for example: the soda brand used big influencers like Jake Shane and Alix Earle. Although they have millions of followers, the nature of their content makes them feel so much more accessible than a big actor. The influencers in this ad had unique rises into the…