Sell the sizzle, not the steak

Sell the sizzle, not the steak

What really matters in marketing “Sell the sizzle, not the steak.” It’s one of the first lessons every marketer learns. Its message is simple – people don’t buy products, they buy the end result — or the solution. Shake or steak, any meal will do the job...
Demystifying SEO – writing for humans

Demystifying SEO – writing for humans

What, really, is SEO? And how do you write for a search engine while remaining human? Whether you’ve got a website, blog, or are running online ads, search engine optimization is a term you’ve likely heard countless times before. For some, the thought of optimizing...
Keep it Personal

Keep it Personal

Why the business story still matters no matter how large your company grows Amanda Wilson & Bruce Williams, owners of Spark Strategic Group, who believe you should never remove the personal touch when it comes to growing your brand. Photo: Jeffrey Bosdet. What was...