The Strategic Crossroads: Customer Acquisition Cost vs. Sales Growth

Low CAC vs High Growth

This article analyzes the distinctions between prioritizing the lowest cost for new customer acquisition and the broader goal of increasing sales.

CAC vs Growth

In the dynamic world of business, two fundamental objectives often vie for attention: acquiring new customers at the lowest possible cost and the overarching goal of increasing sales. While seemingly intertwined, … Read the rest

#1 Copywriting Tip

There are many important elements and guidelines for effective copywriting. And among those who write copy for the business world, there are different viewpoints on which would be the most important.

In my testing experience, “the offer” is the most vital — at least in terms of generating actual revenue. The offer is how … Read the rest

Video Editing: Sometimes it’s not Inconspicuous

Nike can be counted upon to present compelling messages, particularly via video and TV. In one of their commercials, narrated by professional soccer player Megan Rapinoe, “You Can’t Stop Us,” athletes are juxtaposed from a variety of sports in creative split-screen actions that present a message of diversity and unity by converging different competitive … Read the rest

How Google Search Works (in 5 minutes)

Every time someone searches for content on the internet, there are thousands, sometimes millions, of webpages available. How Google figures out which results to show starts long before a searcher begins to type.

In brief, Google evaluates the search terms a user enters into its search engine and matches them to the content on … Read the rest

Ten Lead Generation Models

Pay-for-Performance Video Advertising

Generating an ongoing flow of sales leads is the most fundamental component of marketing for every business that requires new sales to sustain itself and/or for established businesses that want to expand.

Lead generation includes any, or a combination of, the following:

♦ Broadcast Advertising: Infomercials are a prime example here. Not only is … Read the rest

David Ogilvy’s Secret Weapon of Advertising (from 1962)

In 1962, Time magazine called David Ogilvy “the most sought-after wizard in today’s advertising industry.” In this 7-minute “We Sell or Else” video, Ogilvy discusses his “Secret Weapon” of Advertising.

DAVID OGILVY VIDEO TRANSCRIPT

I wish I could be with you today in the flesh, as they say, unfortunately I’m in India. Ever been … Read the rest

Consumer Purchase Decisions: The “Messy Middle”

How do you make purchase decisions?

It may be similar to others, even if it’s not an identical process.

Surely, you’ll use the internet for research. You may look up articles, user reviews, product or service comparisons and visit brand websites. You may find useful info on shopping platforms and perhaps recommendations on social … Read the rest