The Top 3 Skills Needed on an Elite Digital Marketing Team

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Digital marketing is a fast growing field of employment. Every year there is more and more of a demand for experienced digital marketing experts. Our article “Why Digital Marketing is a Major Career Opportunity” highlights some of the biggest reasons as to why this industry is booming.

While hard work and determination can certainly increase an individual’s chances of success in digital marketing, there are some natural skills that all of the top performers possess.

Video Content Production

Consumers are tuning out advertisements more and more everyday. Overall screen time is continuing to rise, but people are paying less attention to advertisements and what they are saying.

One new way to boost engagement rates with ads is to use video. Videos make the process much easier on the consumer because they smoothly deliver the message through visuals, rather than some kind of long winded text.

Videos also have the added benefit of being absorbed quicker. Images can be seen much faster than words can be read. This gives the advertiser a little more time to get their message across, before the audience moves on.

Professional Copywriting

Even with videos, the content has to be solid in order to get the right message across to the consumer. This message comes from a qualified copywriter.

Content is the centerpiece of every advertising campaign. It is essential that every commercial, blog post, and Google Search ad is focused around the same marketing strategy. Driving home the same big idea to every potential customer is how you tell the world about your business, and why others should do business with you.

An article by Forbes recommends that agencies look for writers that can produce quality material over a wide variety of subjects. In some instances, companies will only require technical writers, but it is better for you as an applicant to have multiple writing specialties in your wheelhouse as you search for jobs in digital marketing.

Social Media Management

Once the copy has been created, there needs to be a way to spread the word. According to the Pew Research Center, oughly 70% of the U.S. population uses social media. This includes all age groups and demographics, generating endless possibilities for marketers.

Facebook leads the pack in terms of engagement rates and audience size with over 175 million daily users according to Business Insider. Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram round out the list of major social platforms to utilize in digital marketing.

A deep understanding of each of these platforms is invaluable. One important aspect to consider is that the interfaces and services offered by these social media leaders are constantly changing. The best way to maintain current working knowledge within these platforms is to utilize them in every day marketing activities.

New Client Website Launch: West Suburban Garage Doors in the Chicagoland

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West Suburban Garage Doors (westsuburbangaragedoors.com) is a garage door services company serving areas of the Chicagoland including Oak Park, Hinsdale, Elmhurst, Downers Grove, and other cities. In need of a new website and better SEO presence, our website development expertise at Onimod Global has taken West Suburban Garage Doors to the next level.

Objective:
To build West Suburban Garage Doors a highly functional website from scratch with engaging content and an enhanced SEO presence. At the same time we wanted to ensure device accessibility through Responsive Web Design. West Suburban didn’t just need an appealing website, they needed to showcase their garage door expertise and generate as many new business leads as possible.

Onimod Global’s Strategy:
We implemented an effective Website Development SEO strategy and API Integration to develop a highly responsive website. We built a robustly designed and developed website that empowers West Suburban Garage Doors to attract clients and enable them to become consistent conversions.

Old Website:
West Suburban Garage Doors

Current Website:


Massive Upgrades:

  • Enhanced on-page Call to Action Tools
  • Parralex Effect backgrounds
  • Enhanced SEO Presence
  • Mobile Responsive Upgrade
  • Custom Design
  • Enhanced on-page Menus
  • Advanced Firewall
  • Custom Back-end for easy client-side updates. 
  • Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP)
  • Full-width Image Headers
  • Increased Security
  • Job Application Portal
  • Clear Navigation
  • Redesigned News section
  • 2 Color Transparent Header


Contact Us: If you’re a ROI driven business like West Suburban Garage Doors seeking an upgrade in website development or any other digital marketing services, feel free to reach out to us at Onimod Global on our Contact Us page. We look forward to hearing from you!

Client Spotlight: AWC Industries

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AWC began its rich history in the wire forming and tube bending industries 60 years ago in 1947. A-Wire Corporation emerged at the tail end of the second world war where the potential to succeed in a new business was high. It all began with a simple idea: lamp shade frames.

This basic type of wire forming grew rapidly. Today, wire forming goes far beyond a common lamp shade. More than a dozen industries such as construction, food service, and agriculture depend upon wire forming experts like AWC for their everyday needs.

Every few years AWC Industries was expanding its divisions to include an even more diverse selection of products. This growth began with tube bending.

Utilizing state of the art machinery, AWC quickly became a leader in the business of metal fabrication. Their ability to tube bend multiple kinds of ferrous and non-ferrous materials into any kind of desirable shape is what has kept AWC’s clients satisfied all these years.

Virtually any and all metal fabrication projects can become a reality through AWC Industries. AWC is an ISO 9001:2008 Certified & OEM Approved Supplier, making them a producer of high quality custom tube bending and metal fabrication.

Today, AWC Industries offers the following services:

As their business continues to grow, AWC remains committed to improvement and innovation. As AWC’s digital marketing agency, Onimod Global continually works to create the best customer experience possible through ongoing website development.

We make regular updates to the company website in order to make it as easy as possible for a client to connect with AWC for any of their wire forming, tube bending, or assorted metal fabrication needs.

Onimod Global also assists AWC Industries with our digital synergy services. Digital synergy is a comprehensive service that allows a business to have the visibility they need across all kinds of digital mediums. With this added visibility, AWC is able to quickly and easily present itself to consumers that require all kinds of metal fabrication services.

Should you ever find yourself in need of any wire forming, tube bending, or powder coating services, please contact AWC Industries by clicking HERE or give them a call today at 773-745-0116.

 

Mobile Search Traffic has Taken Over Desktop

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It’s no surprise that the quantity of mobile searches has eclipsed desktop searches in the past 2-3 years. The rate of mobile/tablet searches compared to desktop will continue to rise in the future as well. According to Brightedge, it’s reported now that “57% of all search traffic is coming through smartphones and tablets. Compared to 43% from desktop searches.” Listed below are some factors as to why mobile search traffic will continue to surpass desktop.

One of the reasons this remains the case is simplicity and convenience. Smartphones are typically on us at all times and that allows for convenient search engine access at the “tip of our fingers.” Literally in the click of 2-3 buttons, a Google search can be conducted on any smartphone or tablet. This trend isn’t going anywhere in the near future as well. According to the Pew Research Center “Approximately three quarters (77%) of all adults in America today own a smartphone.”

Evolution of Mobile Users

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The “always on the go” mentality of society today is another reason for increased mobile search traffic. Everyone’s got something going on and people are always on the move. Moreover, the direct result of this mindset is a large volume of search traffic coming from mobile devices. Lets say you’re out and about trying to find a place to eat for instance. What’s the first instinct that comes to mind – mobile searching on Google. “Best restaurant in the area” or “best places to eat in the city” are common searches that would be used in these scenarios. In the end, mobile search traffic will continue to flourish and it’s up to advertisers to know how to adapt to this trend.

Contact Us: For more information regarding digital marketing expertise, visit the Onimod Global Website. We provide weekly news updates on the latest in the world of digital marketing. Enjoy!

Recipe For Success: How to Utilize Digital Marketing in the Food Industry

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Every industry is different. While some digital marketing objectives may be applicable over a wide variety of products and services, there are some areas in which a specialty is needed.

One of our successful clients, Theory, is an upscale sports lounge in downtown Chicago. Theory goes above and beyond in order to stay ahead in the highly competitive food industry. Offering excellent food, style, service, and all around comfort, this is definitely not your average sports bar.

You may be wondering, how does this company stay ahead of the curve? The answer my be hiding in their digital marketing tactics.

SEO

Keyword Lists: Experimenting and tweaking different groups of keywords and search terms is essential to figuring out what will work best for your business. But first, you have to start with a wide range of options.

Be sure to include several different types of keywords throughout your website and advertisements. Broad match, niche-specific, and individual brand terms can all help drive traffic to your restaurant.

Keep it Local: Try to keep many of your marketing strategies centered around local consumers. After all, these are the people who are going to be the lifeblood of your business.

Gain as much ground as possible on local directories. Google My Business is an incredible resource. Listing your company through Google will immediately boost its awareness. You definitely want your business to pop up when someone does a local search for “food near me.”

Social Media

Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter are all hugely influential to customers in the food industry. Impactbnd.com compiled 49 statistics on social media. The following stats highlight the incredible affect social media can have on your brand:

  • In 2015 Facebook influenced 52 percent of consumers’ online and offline purchases, up from 36 percent in 2014.
  • 68 percent of Instagram users engage with brands regularly, and Instagram has 58 times more engagement per follower than Facebook.
  • 67% of Twitter users are far more likely to buy from the brands they follow on Twitter.

Website Optimization

Every real business needs an equally real website. A “real” a site can direct users and help to answer their most common questions.

More basic questions consist of “what is your address, phone number, and business hours?” Slightly more complicated questions may include, “are you available to cater special events or reserve a room for a private event?” All of these questions should have an answer that is clearly stated on your website.

The user experience should also be clear and efficient. A customer should be able to navigate your website with ease, both on a desktop or mobile device.

The overall visual appeal of a site is also incredibly important. If a potential customer is not pleased with photographs of your business and the food it offers, then they are very unlikely to order anything off of your menu.

No one gets a second first impression. Make sure that your restaurant gathers all the right kinds of attention with a spectacular website.

Case Study

Onimod Global was able to work with Theory of Chicago on each of these aspects. We used our expertise to build a new website, pack it full of SEO content, and spread the word about their incredible services across all major social media platforms. Take a deeper look into this project by viewing the Theory case study HERE.

How Important is Blogging for a Company?

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Having a company blog and posting consistently may seem like a “no brainer,” yet it’s surprising how many organizations either don’t have a blog or don’t post enough. Many times blogs just become an afterthought and businesses don’t understand the importance of posting. Listed below are a few reasons as to why having a company blog is so important in today’s world of marketing.

Enhanced SEO:
Maintaining a blog in general will only increase online visibility and fuel your SEO. Google and Bing’s algorithms reward valuable and fresh content for specific search queries. Regardless of the industry, maintaining a well written blog is one way to appear ahead of competitors in the search engine results. The use of relevant keywords and phrases in your blog content  is what makes this happen. A client of ours for example (Theory) is a sports bar in Chicago wanting to rank well for the Mayweather McGregor fight soon. As you can see in the image below, a blog post we created is ranking first and second organically for relevant searches.

Company Blogging

Driving Traffic to Website:
Related to increasing SEO presence, the ultimate goal of blogging is to drive traffic to your company’s website. It’s a common sense marketing strategy – the more traffic driven to your website, the better chance of someone becoming a consumer of your product/service. The best way to increase blog traffic is through promotion on multiple social media channels. Most notably Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, and other relevant platforms. Promoting a blog is essentially free, and if your content is interesting you will gain a following and see increased website traffic over time.

Contact Us: For more information regarding digital marketing expertise, visit the Onimod Global Website. We provide weekly news updates on the latest in the world of digital marketing. Enjoy!

How to Run a Successful Cause Marketing Campaign

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Cause marketing is a relatively new term. What it boils down to is a campaign led by a large organization in order to help fund a charitable project. This idea began with American Express back in 1980.

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The credit card company decided to launch a campaign that would donate a portion of each American Express transaction to fund the restoration of the Statue of Liberty. The results were wildly successful as the company generated over $1.7 million for the restoration project, and the card’s use rose 27%.

Since this marketing milestone, many other large businesses have followed suit, and have achieved the same success. But how do they do it? Sure, everyone loves a good cause, but that is not all there is to it. Follow along for deeper insight into cause marketing and how your business can reap its benefits too.

Find Your Cause

The first step behind a cause marketing campaign is to take a look at how your brand is associated with a certain cause.

For instance, Dawn dish soap has been partnering with wildlife foundations for years. Most notably, their soap was instrumental in the rescue of thousands of animals after the giant BP oil spill in 2010. This kind of direct link between grease-covered ducklings and dish soap is exactly what your business should be looking for.

Positive or Negative?

The outcomes from positive vs negative advertising have been debated many times over. While a review of 100+ scientific studies from Wiley found no definitive difference between the two approaches, there is still more to the story.

Certain types of industries tend to have different reactions to these two methods of advertising. Negativity tends to work very well in political situations. On the other hand, positivity relates well to humanitarian efforts.

Ultimately, the direction of your cause campaign lies in the stance that your business wishes to take. Get a comprehensive view on the situation. Do a little research. It may even be worthwhile to run short campaigns in select areas to see which message produces better results.

Social Media

The use of social media in marketing should never be overlooked. For cause marketing specifically, this rings especially true. Once it is time to start running your campaign across a variety of digital mediums, social media will prove to be very advantageous.

As in many marketing strategies, your goal in this instance is to tell a compelling story. The use of photos and videos is a great way to get this message across.

When consumers can actually see what their support it going toward and how they are changing the world, they feel much more drawn to the cause. Many social media platforms are constantly evolving to create more ways in which to share a story.

As mobile usage continues to skyrocket, we see users spending less time looking at each individual post on their social media feed. So in order to get your message across, you need to do it quickly and effectively. Continue reading more about the benefits of mobile advertising with our article “Why Mobile Matters.”

Conclusion

A cause marketing campaign should always start with your business. How can it help? What can it do? Once you find a connection, find your viewpoint. Determine how to tell your story, positive or negative. Finally, start sharing that message across every digital space you can think of to get people involved. This is how your company can achieve success through cause marketing.

New Client Website Launch: Woodfield Garage Doors

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Woodfield Garage Doors (woodfieldgaragedoors.com) is a garage door services company serving areas of Chicago including Elgin, Mt. Prospect, Buffalo Grove, Arlington Heights, and other cities. In need of a new website and better SEO presence, our website development expertise at Onimod Global has taken Woodfield Garage Doors to new heights.

Objective:
To construct a highly functional website from scratch with engaging content and an enhanced SEO presence for Woodfield Garage Doors. At the same time we wanted to ensure device accessibility through Responsive Web Design. Woodfield didn’t just need an appealing website, they needed to showcase their garage door expertise and generate as many new business leads as possible.

Onimod Global’s Strategy:
We implemented an effective Website Development SEO strategy and API Integration to develop a highly responsive website. We built a robustly designed and developed website that empowers Woodfield Garage Doors to attract clients and enable them to become consistent conversions.

Old Website:

Current Website:


Massive Upgrades:

  • Enhanced SEO Presence
  • Enhanced on-page Call to Action Tools
  • Parralex Effect backgrounds
  • Mobile Responsive Upgrade
  • Advanced Firewall
  • Custom Design
  • Custom Back-end for easy client-side updates. 
  • Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP)
  • Full-width Image Headers
  • Increased Security
  • Enhanced on-page Menus
  • Job Application Portal
  • Clear Navigation
  • Redesigned News section
  • 2 Color Transparent Header


Contact Us: If you’re a ROI driven business like Woodfield Garage Doors seeking an upgrade in website development or any other digital marketing services, feel free to reach out to us at Onimod Global on our Contact Us page. We look forward to hearing from you!

The Importance of Transparency in Digital Marketing

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As marketers, we naturally feel the need to put a fresh and positive spin on every situation. Unfortunately, this tendency can easily become filled with dishonesty and secrecy. In digital marketing this usually manifests itself in the skewing or complete obscurity of data. So how can companies better hold themselves accountable?

Customers

One of the best steps that your business can take towards being more honest with customers is letting them in. Giving clients access to all of their company platforms is a great way to remain transparent. Making sure that the client is the administrator of their own Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and other social media accounts is crucial. This way, the customer can maintain control over their accounts no matter which digital marketing agency they decide to work with.

Paid advertising campaigns are a bit of a different story. Typically, digital marketers have top level control over all client campaigns. This gives them the ability to organize all customer accounts side by side, with as little fragmentation as possible. However, marketers can still easily grant permissions to the client through these paid platforms.

It is also very common for digital marketers to withhold access to paid platforms, so that the client does not accidentally alter any campaigns. The real problem lies in marketers who do not provide genuine reports. Any reputable digital marketing agency should provide ample proof of their advertising efforts. These reports should highlight both the successes and failures of those efforts.

Employees

Many people assume that transparency involves only the customer, but true transparency concerns every aspect of the business. All employees, from the top to the bottom of the corporate hierarchy, are a part of the company’s transparency.

An article from Forbes suggests that there are four major components to improving transparency within a business: honest communication, open doors, collaboration technology, and sharing news.

One main takeaway from these four points is for leaders to be open and receptive of all employees. This can be done in many ways. Even something as simple as literally leaving an office door open can have a large impact. Allowing employees to feel heard and respected is vital in keeping their work efforts honest.

The same article also shows a focus on collaboration. Making an effort to keep each staff member up to speed with emails and instant messages can go a long way. These techniques make employees feel connected to one another, which in turn makes them more likely to maintain open and honest work behaviors.