Millenials, those born after 1982, are often described as tech-savvy, educated, self-involved, socially connected (a product of coming to age during the social networking era), and impatient. At 80 million strong they make up the largest generation in U.S. History since the Baby Boomers. According to industry experts they carry as much as $170 billions annually in spending power. Car dealerships and automotive brands that can develop brand loyalty early are well positioned to reap a hefty portion of the millenial’s spending pie. Selling a car to millenials is a lot different than selling to their parents. Here are two things that car dealerships can do to market to millenials. Get On Social Media For many millenials, their social network is the center of their lives. It’s the driving force that keeps them updated with their peers and the world around them. In fact, some millenials don’t make a move without consulting their social network. It’s important for car dealerships to develop a social presence. This means crafting social media content that is shareable and using social media as … Continue reading →
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What is online content marketing?
Online content marketing is any marketing done online that involves the creation and sharing of media and publishing content in order to acquire customers. This information can be presented in a variety of formats, including custom websites, custom webpages, blogs, review sites, social media, how-to guides, question and answer articles, photos, etc. So basically, online content marketing is the art of communicating with your customers and potential customers without selling. It is a non-confrontational form of marketing. Instead of pitching your products or services, you are delivering information that makes your buyer smarter and increasing their interest in the product. The essence an online content strategy is the belief that if we deliver consistent, ongoing valuable information to buyers, they ultimately reward you with their business and returning loyalty. How does online content marketing create website traffic? Traffic is received through search engines and social media. Our content is written in a way that utilizes keywords that customers search for. Most of our keywords are also accompanied with local cities and places near your potential customers. Example: some one lives … Continue reading →