These Roadblocks Prevent AI Adoption — HubSpot’s Senior Director of Global Growth Shares How Champions Can Conquer the Challenge

Over the last year, I’ve seen AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT transform from cool tech novelties into total game-changers. These technologies are no longer nice-to-haves — they’re critical for any organization looking to stay competitive.
Social Proof Backfire: The Marketing Mistake Costing You Conversions

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How to Do Market Research & Better Understand Your Target Customers [Template]

A few months ago, I struggled with creating effective email copy, despite following best practices. But once I dove deep into market research, everything changed. Based on my findings, I used our customers’ own words and pain points in our messaging. This resonated deeply and led to increased reply rates and conversions. That’s why market […]
How TikTok, Canva, & Other Top Marketing Teams Outperform the Rest [New Data]

Imagine trying to describe a giraffe to someone whose never seen one.
Be an Addition, Not a Substitution: Lessons from Tom Holland's NA Beer Brand

When actor Tom Holland made the late-night rounds last October to talk about his new company, BERO Brewing, he said that he’d “find myself in these boardrooms” surrounded by experts spouting unfamiliar terms.
Social Media Marketing Mastery: How to Turn Likes into Loyal Customers

I mourned a little the day Duo, Duolingo’s mascot, died. And, I rejoiced when the company brought him back, saying the neon-green owl faked his own death. That’s the power of social media marketing. Brands have the opportunity to tell stories in creative formats that can win our attention. That’s a huge market. According to […]
25 Live Video Stats Marketers Need to Know This Year

As a content marketer, I’m always on the hunt for effective ways to deliver content that will result in more customers and conversions. Video has grown into an essential marketing platform, and social media is rewarding those who prioritize a live approach. I’ve narrowed down the top live video stats to give you and your […]
Here’s Why Integrated Marketing Is So Effective [+ Best Practices]

I fly Southwest Airlines almost exclusively, and one thing I’ve noticed about Southwest is that their branding is on point. Whether I’m booking a flight on their mobile application, being served my go-to in-flight ginger ale, or walking through the terminal at Midway Airport, I’m surrounded by Southwest’s consistent brand colors, messaging, and imagery. This […]
How to Create a Great Social Media Strategy in 2025 [+ New Data]

Creating a social media strategy in today’s ever-changing digital landscape can be overwhelming. But here’s what I learned: It’s also absolutely essential. I recently sat down with three top-tier social media experts and dove into HubSpot’s State of Social Media report. Together, we explored how to develop a strategy that drives traffic and delivers real […]
Why Everyone Is a Social Media Entrepreneur Right Now — Trends You Need to Know

In TikTok’s early days of mostly dance challenges and lip-syncing exchanges, Shola West, a Gen Z career advocate, speaker and educator, spotted a gap.