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Stay safe when you work remotely with a VPN
VPNs help you keep sensitive data safe when you're on the move - especially if you're working over public wi-fi. What you need to know.
Date: 6 June 2019 By:
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Six steps to designing a great business logo
Your logo is the cornerstone of your business branding - a good one reinforces your firm’s image and values. Follow these steps to success.
Date: 3 June 2019 By:
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Why the biggest mistake you can make in B2B is assuming your customers care
B2B clients don't want to hear about your innovative solutions or excellent people. Why adopting a 'you-you-you' mindset is the only way to go.
Date: 28 May 2019 By:
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Four key display advertising trends for 2019 - infographic
Display advertising continues to thrive - but many marketers still struggle to get the best from the format. Bannerflow reveal four trends for 2019.
Date: 28 May 2019 By:
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Why classic billboards are here to stay
Firms are increasingly realising that digital billboards fail to offer the reach of traditional alternatives. Why classic billboards are here to stay.
Date: 21 May 2019 By:
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Think you have a marketing strategy? Think again
You know you need a marketing strategy. But do you really know what needs to be in one - and, crucially, how to apply it in the real world?
Date: 15 May 2019 By:
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Marketing and HR - how collaboration can bring benefits to both
Although you hope that staff across your business are collaborating and sharing knowledge, sometimes people need a little nudge. Where to start?
Date: 15 May 2019 By:
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Branding basics - the 12 brand archetypes
A strong brand is invaluable when you're looking to engage with the right target audience. How matching your imagery to an archetype can help.
Date: 15 May 2019 By:
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Why big data is the ultimate resource for sales and marketing
Data is valuable for businesses - and big data could help you unlock amazing insights about customer habits, behaviour and interests. Here's how.
Date: 9 May 2019 By:
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Three smart ways to improve your site's search ranking
If your website is vital to your firm's success, then search visibility should be a top consideration. Three ideas to help you get found online.
Date: 7 May 2019 By:
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Brand culture: What millennials expect from the 2019 workplace
All employers are in the competition to attract talent from the millennial generation. So, what are millennials after in the workplace?
Date: 16 April 2019 By:
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Ten years of top content - and a few Donuts
It's ten years since we launched our first Donut site. We share the Donut editors’ top ten most popular pieces of content from the last ten years.
Date: 16 April 2019 By:
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Three ways AI is bridging the gap in marketing
A look at how artificial intelligence is changing the face of marketing - offering tailored, 24/7 customer support, marketing and sales opportunities.
Date: 16 April 2019 By:
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Improve conversion rates with professional packshot photography
Customers can't physically inspect goods online. Discover how professional packshot photography is key to helping customers assess products online.
Date: 9 April 2019 By:
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When should your business consider expanding into international markets?
As tempting as trading internationally may be, you shouldn't consider trading overseas until you have the finances, team and market research in place.
Date: 8 April 2019 By:
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Reasons to be cheerful - ten years of change
Time flies when you're having fun! We launched the Donut sites back in 2009 and how things have changed - from office space to tech and social media.
Date: 3 April 2019 By:
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Run your business better with five productivity apps
Five productivity apps for business. Time tracking, discount discovering, team communication, to-do list, social media and idea-recording apps.
Date: 3 April 2019 By: