For most products being advertised, the typical sales cycle speeds right along. First, the consumer becomes aware of the product. They then evaluate alternative brands and consider buying the product. Then the consumer locates where to purchase it and pulls the trigger–pretty simple and not all that time consuming. Financial advertising, on the other hand, [ … ]
An In-Depth Look at WordPress Site Maintenance
WordPress is one of the most popular web-publishing tools used today, with one out of every four new sites using it. From its origins as a blogging site, WordPress has turned into one of the best content management systems on the market. Davis Advertising uses WordPress as a go-to resource when designing and maintaining websites. [ … ]
Meet Our New Friends!
A few months ago, Davis Advertising was enlisted as the Agency of Record for Southwick’s Zoo—New England’s largest zoological experience, right here in Central Massachusetts. While we have a number of clients in the travel and tourism industry, this is the first time we’ve had a zoo as a client, and we could not be [ … ]
Git ‘er Done: Top Time-Saving Tips
Time is of the essence—especially when it comes to work. But there never seems to be enough time in the day to get everything done, does there? Let’s face it: Many of us procrastinate or aren’t making proper use of our time, whether unintentionally or not. But the truth is, with a few simple strategies, [ … ]
What Makes a Good eBlast?
An eBlast, an email using direct marketing strategies, is used to communicate with customers and drive sales. Contrary to popular belief, eBlasts aren’t meant to clog up everyone’s inboxes. In fact, it’s one of the best ways to keep in contact with past and prospective clients—that is, if done correctly. With a few essential elements, [ … ]
Is Content Really King?
Many advertising agencies would agree with Bill Gates’s 1996 assertion that crowned content as “king.” However, in reality, the declaration of content as king is vastly inaccurate. Let’s dig into this debate: Kings are automatically respected or feared. Kings speak, and people listen or risk penalty. Even the best content cannot, simply by existing, declare [ … ]
What Would YOU Do with A Million (or so) Dollars?
It’s the million-dollar question, and thanks to a friendly wager we initiated here at the Davis Advertising office, one smart and/or lucky winner will get to find out! Okay, so the bet isn’t for a million dollars. Actually, it’s $999,982 less than that. Yes, that is $18.
Content Creation: Starting an Online Conversation
You need: A reliable method to reach a wide variety of customers. We have: The ability to present your company as a leader in its industry, expanding your customer base. At Davis Advertising, we understand that content creation is a major component to our clients’ success. And not just any content—content that’s expertly written and [ … ]
Our Method Behind the (Mocha) Madness
It takes a talented animator, the right equipment and software and just enough artistic freedom to create a successful animated TV spot. When Honey Dew Donuts asked Davis Advertising to develop a basketball-themed ad this March to market their delicious Mocha Madness drinks, we knew this was a great opportunity to showcase the talents of [ … ]
All the Good Things
Let’s face it: Everyone finds themselves stressed out from time to time. But we at Davis Advertising have discovered a simple way to instantly improve your mood as well as the moods of those around you. The secret? Reminiscing on all the good things that have happened. In the advertising world, deadlines frequently creep up [ … ]
Holiday-themed Ad Campaigns: Standing Out from the Crowd
It’s that time of year again—no matter what product or service a company offers, chances are good that there was a Presidents’ Day ad for it. The same will go for next month’s March Madness, another popular ‘holiday’ in the advertising world that clients go crazy for because consumers do the same. With so many [ … ]
Even the Smallest Website Needs Security
Site maintenance is more than simply adding new content. Although new content is definitely important for SEO purposes, there are many other updates that you need to consider when maintaining a website. New content won’t stop your site from being hacked. Many times, we use the word “Hacker” like there is some malicious person sitting [ … ]
Super Bowl Advertising – It’s a Wild World
Super Bowl Sunday: Whether you see it as a day to watch your favorite team in action (and subsequently yell at your TV) or an excuse to eat chicken wings and drink beer, there’s one thing we can all agree on: The commercials are the best part, amirite?! Okay, so this football-hating writer is slightly [ … ]
Five Reasons To Go Green In 2015
A new year—time to start fresh, clean, and…green? You’ve likely heard that “going green,” or implementing certain on-the-job changes to facilitate a more eco-friendly workplace, can benefit your business. The verdict: It’s true! So what does it mean to “go green” exactly? Eco-friendly companies strive to present a positive impact on the environment and their [ … ]
Is It Best for Businesses to Open on Thanksgiving Day?
We are all familiar with the Black Friday scene: tens to hundreds of people lined up in the freezing cold just before midnight to get into a large chain store, only to get trampled when the doors finally open. Anything for that $100 flat screen!
The Challenges Of Project-Based Web Development
Project work is hard—not the actual work I have to put into it, but everything else about it. One of the biggest challenges I run into is determining what a project-based job should cost. Deciding how to estimate a website design and development can cause me to lose a few of the precious hairs I [ … ]
The Big i-Nnouncement
In case you haven’t heard, Apple made an announcement recently about some of its new products coming out in the next few months. Full disclosure: Apple is not our client. But we wish it was, because despite the great innovations and technological advances that Apple’s now-CEO Tim Cook divulged Tuesday, the company’s marketing department did [ … ]
So You’ve Sucked The Life Out Of Your Facebook Page?
Unless your business exists under a rock, it has its own Facebook page. And if it has a Facebook, it is probable that you have a Twitter account for it, as well. But are you using the platforms correctly? And how else can you utilize the vast world of social media for marketing purposes?
So You've Sucked The Life Out Of Your Facebook Page?
Unless your business exists under a rock, it has its own Facebook page. And if it has a Facebook, it is probable that you have a Twitter account for it, as well. But are you using the platforms correctly? And how else can you utilize the vast world of social media for marketing purposes?
Every Ad Agency Could Use A Robin Williams
As we reach the one-week mark after the great actor/comedian’s tragic passing, we at Davis Advertising wanted to memorialize Robin Williams in the best way we know how—in writing, about advertising. Robin’s range of acting skills was eclipsed only by his range of vocal impressions and improvisation. The Academy Award winner also showed his range [ … ]