Content, as part of a successful marketing endeavor, is a big deal these days and I suspect (and hope) it will continue to be. Content–from social media posts, to blog posts, website content, case studies, white papers, ebooks, etc., etc., is used by marketers of all kinds to attract audience, raise awareness and, ultimately drive some desired end action.
Quality Content Remains in Demand
Multi- and Repurpose Your Content
- Responses you make to customer inquiries or questions about your products and services. If one person is asking about something, chances are others have the same interest. Turn your response into a social media post, FAQ, or use it as the starting point for a blog post.
- Testimonials/feedback you receive from customers–have a process in place to request permission to share testimonials through your social media channels, website, etc. They’re more impactful if they include a real person/company name than if they are just anonymous (although if you can’t/don’t want to get permission you could just include some generic identifier).
- If you respond to HARO, Profnet, or Qwoted queries use the content you submit as the basis for social media or blog posts. (The basis of this post, in fact, was from a response I made to a reporter via Qwoted.)
Virtually anything that you or someone in your organization is writing should be considered as a starting point for creating or repurposing.
Consider the Use of AI
Believe it or not some organizations, and individuals, are using artificial intelligence (AI) apps to help them create content. We’ve followed and written about the potential of these tools, although we haven’t found that it meets our, or our clients’ needs–yet.
Still it’s something to check out and experiment with as another potential option depending on your own content needs.
Seek External Content
Beyond repurposing or creating your own content, another good way to create content economically on a tight budget would be to check with local schools and universities’ communication/journalism departments for interns, contractors, or staffers to help with content creation.
One caveat: don’t try to cut corners too much. Whatever content you use is a reflection on you and your brand. So while you don’t necessarily have to pay top rates to hire experienced professionals, you do want to make sure your content is accurate, grammatically correct, relevant and free from plagiarism or infringement on others’ content.
And, of course, we’re always interesting in talking to potential clients about their content needs and how we might help keep fresh, relevant, and high-quality content flowing to their various digital, and traditional, marketing channels. Once you’ve explored other options, let us know how we can help!
About Us
Strategic Communications, LLC, works with B2B clients to help them achieve their goals through effective content marketing and management with both internal and external audiences. We work with clients to plan, create and publish high-quality, unique content. Whether on- or offline, or both, we’ll help you achieve desired results.
(Strategic Communications is certified as a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise through the Wisconsin Department of Administration.)
Stay up-to-date on the latest traditional and digital marketing trends and insights for communication leaders: subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter.
Recommended Reading:
21st Century Secrets to Effective PR
Direct Mail in the Digital Age
The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Strategic Planning