Whether you’re a marketer or not, being able to clearly express your views, or your company's message, through writing is a skill worth developing. Every one of us is, in fact, a writer, so you better get used to it.

As a wine eCommerce platform, VineSpring stemmed out of the tight-knit beverage alcohol industry with a heavy reliance on word-of-mouth marketing. As they grew, so did their marketing needs. As a small and hardworking team, VineSpring didn’t have the capacity to or expertise to build out a multi-channel marketing strategy. Think Better offered the know-how and flexibility that they needed.

To embrace our team value to always be curious and think creatively, we started a book club. We are continually looking for new opportunities to learn and as a team of self-proclaimed bookworms, a bookclub was the natural way for us to continue to grow, learn, and explore.

May 2019’s Book: This is Marketing, by Seth Godin

I’ve been thinking and talking a lot about the current B2B buying process this year.

The B2B buying journey is longer and more complex than it’s ever been and sellers have less ability to influence customer decisions directly. Buyers collect information when they are looking for a new vendor, in all kinds of places and ways that aren’t owned by you, the seller.

Since search engine algorithms regularly change, it’s a good idea to regularly update your search engine optimization (SEO) tactics and keep your site current. What might have been successful for your site a few years ago could be irrelevant today.

Plus, SEO isn’t a one-time task, it’s an ongoing process and something you should be constantly thinking about as you add new content and update your site.

Your website is often the first impression a person gets of your business, and it needs to be a positive one. In just a few short seconds, you’ll need to encourage engagement, explain your product and its value, and make the path to convert clear and friction free. The best websites capture the attention of a prospect, no matter where they are in the buyer's journey, the moment they hit the homepage.