Navigating Marketing Through An Economic Slump: Part 2

Navigating Marketing Through An Economic Slump: Part 2

During an economic slump, it can be easy to slip into a cycle of having your team search for quick results, which is a sure-fire way to end up with a lot of “shiny new objects” and very little revenue to show for it. In Part 2 of our series, we’ll look at investing in proven strategies for weathering economic storms and coming out on top.

Do You Need Fractional Marketing? 4 Questions To Ask

Do You Need Fractional Marketing? 4 Questions To Ask

The average tenure for CMOs fell to 40 months in 2020, the shortest it has been since 2009, according to research from leadership advisory firm Spencer Stuart. Why? Sometimes it’s just hard to find the right fit. It’s no doubt expensive to recruit a CMO and more so if they leave. The rise of the Fractional CMO makes sense in today’s gig economy and can be a great option for companies of any size and industry. Here are four questions to ask to know if one is right for YOUR business.

What is Fractional Marketing, You Ask?

What is Fractional Marketing, You Ask?

Even though marketing is one of the most essential tools businesses have to support their growth, the marketing budget is often one of the first to take a hit when making cuts in times of economic hardship. Fractional marketing is designed to respond to constricting marketing budgets across industries. With fractional marketing, businesses can outsource critical parts of the marketing process, helping fill in any gaps and maximizing their marketing budget, all under the direction of a senior leader.