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The BB&J Podcast#420: Damage ControlIt seems like everyone has been talking about Will Smith and Chris Rock's confrontation at this year's Oscars. This week, I wanted to provide some context and takeaways from this. Managing a brand is incredibly important, and curated content is incredibly powerful online.
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0:00 - 0:24 Takeaways from the Oscars
3:19 - 3:49 Adding context to content
5:15 - 5:39 Humanizing your brand
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The BB&J Podcast#419: The Creator of the Gif Steve Wilhite Passes Away at 74On March 14, 2022, gif creator Steve Wilhite passed away near his home in Milford, Ohio. Wilhite created the GIF file format in 1987 while he was at CompuServe. This week, I wanted to reflect on the legacy of his work, and go over compatibility of different file formats.
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0:00 - 0:24 The death of Steve Wilhite
4:13 - 4:35 Video formats
6:52 - 7:20 Converting file formats
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The BB&J Podcast#418: How Law Enforcement is Fighting Crypto CrimeHow Law Enforcement is Fighting Crypto Crime
In February, rapper Heather R. Morgan, known as Razzlekhan, and her husband were arrested for their alleged involvement in laundering billions of dollars worth of stolen bitcoin. In recent months, law enforcement has been cracking down on crypto crime using the very features that made crypto popular. This week, I go over some common forms of crypto crime, and how the blockchain has been used to prosecute it.
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0:33 - 0:59 The Heather Morgan case
2:28 - 2:57 How law enforcement fights crypto crime
4:55 - 5:25 Common...2022-03-2105 min
The BB&J Podcast#417: Social Media Platform Updates in 2022If you are noticing your existing content strategies are not working like they used to, you aren't alone. Last year, several social media platforms announced major changes in content focus and the kind of topics served to users. This week, I go through three major platform's changes, and give strategies to adapt your content in 2022.
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Shifting Focus on Instagram
Content Moderation on Tik Tok
Shortform Expansion on YouTube
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The BB&J Podcast#416: What IS the Metaverse?These past few months, you have likely heard the term 'Metaverse' thrown around. You may have heard a lot of hype - and criticism - about this futuristic-sounding network. But what IS it, really? This week, I'm cutting through the talk to figure out what exactly it is and does.
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0:50 - 1:07 What is the metaverse?
1:47 - 2:15 How does it work?
5:03 - 5:23 Where is it going?
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The BB&J Podcast#415: 3 Tips for Content CreationVideo is the ultimate form of content, and will consistently perform well across platforms. Make content online! If you take anything away from this week, let it be that. It doesn't have to be perfect, it just has to be.
This week, I'm going over my top 3 tips for businesses wanting to get into or expand content creation. This is something that any brand looking to market online should invest in.
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The BB&J Podcast#414: Texas Sues Meta Over Facial RecognitionLast week, the State of Texas filed a complaint against the Meta company, alleging that Facebook "unlawfully captured the biometric identifiers of Texans for a commercial purpose without their informed consent...and that Facebook engaged in false, misleading, and deceptive acts." This, like several other cases we've seen this year, appears to be connected to renewed calls to data handling and privacy reforms for these companies.
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1:23 - 1:48 The CUBI and DTPA
3:23 - 3:50 The future of facial recognition
You can read the full suit here: https://texasattorneygeneral.gov/sites/default/files...2022-02-2105 minThe BB&J PodcastShort: Evergreen vs Timely ContentIf you're putting out content, you may ask, "should I make evergreen or timely content?" Both have their pros and cons, with evergreen content being more reusable, and timely content being 'trendier'. Bottom line, a healthy mix of both will keep your feed properly balanced and engaging.
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#contentmarketing #marketing #digitalmarketing #socialmediamarketing #socialmedia #marketingtips #entrepreneur #business #marketingdigital...2022-02-1800 minThe BB&J PodcastShort: What is the GDPR?The past few weeks, we've been talking a lot about the GDPR. But what is it? Today, I'm getting into what it is, and how it affects users - in the EU and out.
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#contentmarketing #marketing #digitalmarketing #socialmediamarketing #socialmedia #marketingtips #entrepreneur #business #marketingdigital #marketingstrategy #johnlindt2022-02-1600 minThe BB&J PodcastShort: Meta Warns EU It May Have to Pull Facebook and IGThese past two weeks, Meta Platforms Inc. have repeatedly threatened to pull services such as Facebook and Instagram from the European Union over data handling concerns. The platform announced that if it could not continue sending EU user data to the US, it would โlikely be unable to offer a number of our most significant products and services, including Facebook and Instagram, in Europe.โ
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The BB&J Podcast#413: German Court Rules use of Google Fonts Violates GDPRIn the second case in recent weeks around Google and the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), a German state court in Munich ruled last week that websites embedding Google Fonts violate the GDPR. Google Fonts is a font embedding service library. There are dozens of suits against Google's data handling, so we can expect more rulings in the months to come.
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0:08 - 0:37 (0:00-0:30)The Munich Court's Ruling
6:00 - 6:20 (4:09 - 4:29)Focus on Content
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The BB&J Podcast#412: Google Analytics Ruled Illegal in AustriaIn what is expected to be a landmark case, Austriaโs data protection authority decided that a local websiteโs use of Google Analytics breached the bloc's GDPR. This is the first of several EU cases on the matter and marks an uncertain future for the future of the service. This week, host John Lindt talking GDPR and data compliance.
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1:36 - 2:02 Austria's DPA Ruling
5:44 - 6:15 GDPR Compliance
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The BB&J Podcast#411: Albuquerque Cyberattacks and Email SafetyLast week, superintendent Scott Elder of Albuquerque Public Schools announced earlier this week a cyberattack would lead to the cancellation of classes for around 75,000 students. This kind of attack has been an issue for academic institutions, businesses, and government agencies alike for several years now. This week, I talk about this incident and email safety.
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0:34 - 1:04 Albuquerque School Cyberattack
2:41 - 3:08 Email Safety
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0:00 - 0:22 The Theranos Case
6:41 - 7:05 Caution in adoption
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Leave a question or comment to the podcast here: https://bbdigitallab.com/podcast/2022-01-1708 minThe BB&J Podcast#409: The BlackBerry is Gone For Good!It's official: legacy services and support for BlackBerry devices have been discontinued. What does that mean for BlackBerry users, and the evolution of tech services? This week on The BB&J Podcast, we're diving into current events from the tech world and transitioning into our normal episode from there. Let us know how you like the change!
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0:21 - 0:39 An end to BlackBerry phones
6:27 - 6:48 Keeping current with software
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Check us out on...2022-01-1009 minThe BB&J Podcast#408: Marketing Trends to Look Out For in 2022To kick off 2022, we're taking a look at some of the major trends to look out for. The digital space has seen major upheaval in the last two years, and this year is going to be a big one for digital content. For the first BB&J Podcast of the year, we're giving our expert input on 2021 trends, and where we expect them to go in 2022.
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1:18 - 1:37 Shortform video
3:58 - 4:26 Expansion of audio
12:20 - 12:45 The future of crypto
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Leave a question or comment to the...2022-01-0308 minThe BB&J Podcast#407: The Evolution of Digital MarketingTo wrap up our series on marketing terms - for now - we're going to start at something BB Digital Lab does quite a bit of - Digital Marketing. This approach to marketing incorporates the approaches mentioned before into the digital space; this, in combination with traditional marketing, encompasses the entirety of marketing.
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1:18 - 1:37 The origins of digital marketing
2:10 - 2:39 Approaches to digital marketing
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Video marketing is a component of an integrated marketing communications plan designed to increase audience engagement through social activity around a given video.
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1:10 - 1:39 What is video marketing?
2:19 - 2:40 The power of video
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The BB&J Podcast#405: What is Content Marketing?Over the past weeks, we've been talking about different approaches to marketing and their applications. This week on the BB&J Podcast, we're discussing content-focused marketing. ALSO - make sure to comment any marketing terms or concepts you'd like defined!
Content marketing is a form of marketing focused on creating, publishing, and distributing content for a targeted audience online.
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2:06 - 2:19 Different marketing approaches
2:29 - 2:43 What is content marketing?
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Check us out...2021-12-1308 minThe BB&J Podcast#404: What is Account-Based Marketing?Over the past weeks, we've been talking about different approaches to marketing and their applications. This week on the BB&J Podcast, we're discussing account-based marketing. ALSO - make sure to comment any marketing terms or concepts you'd like defined!
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1:18 - 1:37 What is account-based marketing?
2:10 - 2:39 Examples of ABM
6:32 - 7:00 Getting started
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0:39 - 1:01 What is outbound marketing?
3:42 - 3:59 How to implement
5:29 - 5:52 Inbound vs outbound
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The BB&J Podcast#402: What is Inbound Marketing?This week, we're starting a new series about common marketing terms. You may have heard these before, but aren't sure what they really mean, or how to implement them. To kick us off, I'm using this episode of the BB&J Podcast to talk about Inbound Marketing.
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1:26 - 1:51 What is inbound marketing?
3:13 - 3:40 How to implement
6:38 - 6:49 Examples of inbound marketing
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The BB&J Podcast#401: Social Media Strategy During The Holiday SeasonWell, it's official: we're in the holiday season. For many, this time of year is an opportunity to spend time with loved ones and reflect on the year. However, for businesses, it's a time when ad costs skyrocket. So, how do you stay in front of your audience during this season? Watch on and see how!
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1:46 - 2:14 Why ad costs go up in the winter
5:01 - 5:29 Strategies to reach your audience
9:44 - 10:09 Where to start
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The BB&J Podcast#328: Common Roadblocks in BrandingOn this podcast, we usually talk about the positive aspects of branding. But what happens when roadblocks come up on our ๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฃ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ง๐๐ฒ? The benefits are important, but the ๐ณ๐ช๐ด๐ฌ๐ด need to be addressed just as much. This week, we're going over common roadblocks you may experience in branding and effective strategies to deal with them.
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2:51 - 3:21 Establishing a clear voice
5:24 - 5:52 Due diligence with your hashtag research
11:03 - 11:33 Risks of using irrelevant trends
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Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbdigital...2021-11-0812 minThe BB&J Podcast#327: Adapting to Changing PlatformsPlatforms change; they always have and always will. If you want to stay competitive online, you need to adapt to these changes. However, it can be challenging to stay on top of things, and effectively prioritize all of these changes and updates. This week on the BB&J Podcast, I talk about staying up to date with platform changes and developing effective strategies to move forward.
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3:03 - 3:27 Recognizing platform changes that affect you
6:01 - 6:31 Developing a new strategy with your team
10:51 - 11:18 Staying on top of updates
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The BB&J Podcast#326: What Is Social Proof?In past episodes, I've talked about 'social proof' in the context of online branding. But what exactly is it, and how does it lead to more business for you and your company? This week on the podcast, I get into social proof, and effective strategies to implement it.
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1:50 - 2:18 What Social Proof is
5:13 - 5:35 How to build it online
11:07 - 11:32 How to leverage your social proof
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The BB&J Podcast#325: Knowing Your Worth OnlineIf you're an expert in your field, you may hit a point where you ask yourself, "๐ข๐ฎ ๐ ๐จ๐ช๐ท๐ช๐ฏ๐จ ๐ข๐ธ๐ข๐บ ๐ต๐ฐ๐ฐ ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ค๐ฉ?" The education and insight you provide online ๐ฃ๐๐๐๐จ to work for you. This week, we're getting into the nuance of what kind of information you should be presenting online from your industry, and the best ways to express it.
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6:04 - 6:33 Your secret sauce
8:11 - 8:26 Showing the why instead of the how
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Check us out on Instagram: https://www.i2021-10-1813 minThe BB&J Podcast#324: Engaging With Your AudienceWhen building or creating a brand online, there are many things you can do that will make the growth more ๐จ๐ช๐จ๐ฉ๐๐๐ฃ๐๐๐ก๐ and ๐๐๐๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐. One of those things is: engaging with your audience! Commenting, asking for feedback - there are many ways you can go about this. This week, we're getting into some of the best ways you can ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ ๐ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ข๐๐ง๐๐ ๐จ๐ง๐ฅ๐ข๐ง๐.
Today, You'll Learn:
2:21 - 2:45 Geofocused content
3:34 - 3:58 Targeting age demographics
4:51 - 5:14 Commenting on your posts
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The BB&J Podcast#323: When Online Branding Goes WrongLast week, we talked about branding and how to build a ๐ด๐ฑ๐ฆ๐ค๐ช๐ง๐ช๐ค, ๐ฆ๐ง๐ง๐ฆ๐ค๐ต๐ช๐ท๐ฆ voice. However, establishing a brand isn't just about growth and engagement. This week, we're getting into how branding can go ๐ฌ๐ง๐ค๐ฃ๐, and steps you can take to prevent it.
Today, You'll Learn:
2:36 - 3:05 Mindfulness on social media
3:55 - 4:23 The context of hashtags
9:23 - 9:50 Working with limited hashtags
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Today, You'll Learn:
3:25 - 3:52 Building a brand
8:32 - 9:02 Scaling your voice
12:44 - 13:14 What makes you...you!
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Check us...2021-09-2714 minThe BB&J Podcast#321: Getting Started on a New PlatformLast week, we addressed joining a new platform. If you made the decision to follow through with this, you may be asking, "what's next?" Growing a new account reliably takes work, but when done effectively, it can build a solid audience for your business. This week, we're getting into starting off on a new platform ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐ง๐๐๐๐ฉ ๐ฌ๐๐ฎ.
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1:39 - 2:02 Getting a feel for the new platform
2:48 - 3:15 Following popular creators
6:56 - 7:25 Using the platform to grow your brand
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Che...2021-09-2014 minThe BB&J Podcast#320: Getting on New PlatformsSomething I've been hearing a lot lately are questions like, "should I get on this social media platform?" Regardless of what platform it is, this is a great opportunity to build a new audience - or create a new audience - online. If you're considering expanding onto another social media platform, make sure you're doing so in a way that will ๐ข๐๐ฃ๐๐ข๐๐ฏ๐ the extra work you put, and ๐ข๐๐ฏ๐๐ข๐๐ฏ๐ the results you get out of it.
Today, You'll Learn:
8:41 - 9:05 Finding the right platform
8:41 - 9:05 Adapting your content
8:41 - 9:05 Growing your audience
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Leave a question or comment to the...2021-09-1319 minThe BB&J Podcast#319: The Power of PluginsGetting the most out of your website: it's something we all want for ourselves and our brands. However, time and resources are limited, and we can't all personally build precisely what we're looking for on our own. Enter the plugin: software that adds functionality to your site and making your job easier. This week, we're getting into why and when to use plugins.
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3:40 - 4:07 Why are plugins useful?
6:29 - 6:57 Finding the right plugins
8:41 - 9:05 Formatting best practices
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The BB&J Podcast#318: Starting a New Campaign For Your BusinessNew campaigns are a great way to do anything from launching a new product to engaging with a new audience. Taking time and consideration in it is critical for any campaign's success. If you're considering launching a new campaign, make sure you are taking the time to start it at the best date.
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1:16 - 1:40 What is a campaign?
4:21 - 4:51 Learning when to break the rules
8:33 - 8:52 Starting a campaign at the beginning of a quarter
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The BB&J Podcast#317: When Web Design Goes WrongIn this podcast, I regularly talk about the benefits and applications of web design. However, what happens when the process goes wrong? Seemingly endless email chains, revision requests, only to produce a mediocre product. This week, I explore why web design can go wrong, and what the designer AND client need to do to prevent this.
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3:23 - 3:52 Roadblocks in web design
5:16 - 5:46 Establishing concrete goals
9:24 - 9:51 Staying on track with projects
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The BB&J Podcast#316: Keeping Your Website AccessibleWhen we think of 'accessibility' in websites, we typically think of the front-end user experience. However, not all users are the same, and it's important to be mindful of the needs of others to get the most out of their browsing experience. This week, I cover accessibility in web design and discuss steps you can take to make your website accessible for everyone.
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1:50 - 2:14 Accessibility on the web
4:10 - 4:36 Best formatting practices
9:58 - 10:27 Keeping pages screen reader-friendly
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Leave a question or comment to the podcast...2021-08-1613 minThe BB&J Podcast#315: Captioning Your VideosCaptions are something we often take for granted on most videos. The subtitles aren't always perfect, but they get the point across, and many prefer videos with the captions on. If leveraged effectively, captioning your videos can make a difference in the engagement you're getting on your videos.
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1:42 - 2:05 How captions affect engagement
5:25 - 5:51 Softwares for captioning
15:44 - 16:14 Best practices when formatting
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Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com...2021-08-0916 minThe BB&J Podcast#314: Getting The Most Out Of Google My BusinessHow do you improve your presence on Google? How do you stand out from the competition in a way that is easy and scalable? Getting the most out of your content means making sure it reaches as many people as possible. By creating and optimizing your Google My Business Account, you can guarantee your business will make an impact on Google.
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2:39 - 3:08 What is Google My Business?
7:30 - 7:59 What kind of content works for Google My Business?
10:53 - 11:23 How to get started
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Leave a question...2021-08-0215 minThe BB&J Podcast#313: What is Author Metadata?To wrap up our series on metadata, we're covering authorship in metadata. Images, blogs, even web pages have author attributes; this not only provides attribution of the content but the invaluable context for SEO optimization. Tune in to learn about what this metadata is, and how to get the most out of it. You can also check out previous episodes to learn more about metadata.
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0:53 - 1:17 Why author tag is important
2:48 - 3:18 Attributing author to a blog
8:36 - 9:03 Giving proper credit to photos and images
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...2021-07-2613 minThe BB&J Podcast#312: How Does Creation Date Affect SEO?Continuing our series on metadata, this week we're covering creation date and modification date. When a piece of media is created is as important as where, and understanding how this data works is critical to optimizing your media. Whether it's an article, image, video, or anything in between, you need to be mindful of the creation date!
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2:13 - 2:40 What is date created?
5:01 - 5:27 How does creation date affect SEO?
10:31 - 10:57 How does date modified affect SEO?
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Leave a question or comment to the podcast here...2021-07-1913 minThe BB&J Podcast#311: What is Geotagging?Last week, we covered general metadata. One important part of metadata is the location the media is associated with. Understanding how geotagging works, and how you can use it, is an important part of optimizing your content. This week, I parse through the jargon and cover the ins and outs of geotagging.
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2:12 - 2:40 What is geotagging?
5:09 - 5:34 How is geotagging used?
11:16 - 11:43 How does location affect SEO?
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Check us out on...2021-07-1213 minThe BB&J Podcast#310: What is Metadata?Meta- refers to something comprehensive or transcending. In the modern world, you'll usually hear it in the context of 'metadata' - data about data. But what does this have to do with marketing? The metadata for media is used by platforms and search engines for context of content. Watch this week's episode to learn how you can get the most out of your metadata.
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2:30 - 3:00 What is metadata?
6:30 - 7:00 How is metadata used?
12:45 - 13:15 How can you change the metadata?
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Leave a question or comment...2021-07-0514 minThe BB&J Podcast#309: Using Music In Your ContentWhat's the best time of day to post a video? Or send out a newsletter? These questions don't always have an easy answer, but answering them is critical for reaching your audience. In this episode of the BB&J Podcast, I provide strategies to find the best time of day to put out your content.
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3:03 - 3:30 How music can improve your content
11:54 - 12:20 Using music on Youtube
14:23 - 14:48 Using music on other platforms
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Leave a question or comment to the podcast here: https://bbdigitallab.com...2021-06-2817 minThe BB&J Podcast#306: The Best Time To Start A CampaignIf you've been planning a new campaign, you may be hesitant about choosing a launch date. Figuring out when to start can take some work, but launching a campaign at the right time can make a world of difference.
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2:40 - 3:00 Why timing matters
6:15 - 6:35 Starting in the new quarter
10:46 - 11:15 Adjusting for your audience
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1:00 - 1:30 Traditional vs digital geographic marketing
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3:35 - 3:52 Regular maintenance
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2:37 - 3:01 What is the CNAME file?
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3:38 - 4:06 Reducing white space
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11:50 - 12:05 The power of referrals
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1:33 - 1:45 What is brand awareness?
4:44 - 4:57 The value of time in brand awareness
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3:05 - 3:16 Keeping subjects current
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3:03 - 3:17 A review of the first quarter
4:30 - 1:25 The asset that will consistently drive your ad costs down
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3:05 - 3:16 How online blogging has evolved
4:21 - 4:39 Modern blogging platforms
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1:18 - 1:40 How scammers adapt to security
3:36 - 3:51 The evolution of spam
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1:59 - 2:19 Finding balance in your website's accessibility.
6:02 - 6:27 The best website platform for usability
10:04 - 10:21 The value of industry-standard site builders.
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5:31 - 5:49 Improving your website speed
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1:24 - 1:45 What it takes to grow your audience without spending ads
3:31 - 3:58 Keeping content consistent for platform algorithms
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1:59 - 2:12 Structuring your video for distribution
4:59 - 5:25 Turning video into text...2021-02-1515 minThe BB&J Podcast#228: Using Memes EffectivelyOkay, so memes are important. But how do you use them? It's more than finding the right trend, especially if you want to scale your process. Today on The BB&J Podcast, I continue my meme series by providing insight into developing meme content that is up to date and highly engaging.
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2:53 - 3:16 Strategies to keep your posts up to date
8:00 - 8:27 Developing and utilizing meme templates
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0:30 - 0:47 Putting in the work to develop good content
3:39 - 3:54 Memes to engage your audience naturally
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1:49 - 2:11 Consistent Posting Schedules
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1:40 - 1:57 Connecting ahead of time
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3:36 - 3:50 Networking events in 2020
9:57 - 10:38 What in-person events will survive
13:35 - 14:08 The future of virtual networking
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2:51 - 3:17 Useful audience data
6:47 - 7:06 Developing copy
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2:27 - 2:52 Breaking down your tasks
4:32 - 4:50 Focusing on high value work
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1:37 - 2:14 Conversing with your audience
6:48 - 7:09 Reading about your audience
9:20 - 9:51 Learning about your audience
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1:22 - 1:5 Security and trust management
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2:32 - 2:46 Why it matters
8:57 - 9:30 Best platforms to post on
11:58 - 12:29 What content to post
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1:36 - 2:12 Get rid of spam comments
8:03 - 8:22 Check for dead links
12:43 - 13:06 List your site on social media
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0:59 - 1:45 Marketing Practice vs Marketing Thought
3:11 - 3:45 Logos and Quality Control
12:36 - 13:03 What can be learned from history
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2:49 - 3:16 Traffic campaigns
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2:14 - 2:44 Video appeals to sensory input
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8:22 - 9:01 The amount of content provided
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1:13 - 1:37 What are spam comments?
4:54 - 4:24 Using IP addresses to block spam
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1:30 - 2:17 Risks while browsing
6:54 - 7:31 Http vs https
8:52 - 9:36 Checking spam score
12:41 - 13:09 Using browser extensions
20:26 - 21:12 Password safety
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The BB&J Podcast#210: Why Does Web Optimization Matter?With the amount of web helpers, plugins, and ever changing algorithms, many are asking: why does web optimization matter? I do my best to answer this question, and provide tools for getting started with web optimization.
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1:14 What is web optimization
2:59 How does it improve your site
4:40 Applications in digital marketing
8:46 Landing pages
13:20 How web optimization increases profit
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1:49 - 2:11 What is a CRM?
2:12 - 2:54 What can CRMs do?
3:58 - 4:23 Keeping customers centralized
6:51 - 7:27 Marketing without increasing ad spend
9:05 - 9:46 Nurturing relationships to increase sales
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***ALSO***: Look out Thursday for a BRAND NEW series featuring BB Digital Lab Marketing Director Brigitte Bentulan!
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3:01 Testing page load speed
8:01 Optimizing images
16:53 SEO plugins
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This is the first episode of the BB&J Podcast's Digital Marketing Series. New episodes come out every Thursday.
Today, Brigitte spots lead magnets on:
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4:21 HBO Max
5:24 Pinterest
8:04 Duck Tape
9:27 Peacock
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***ALSO***: Look out Thursday for a BRAND NEW series featuring BB Digital Lab Marketing Director Brigitte Bentulan!
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3:01 Getting started
8:01 Filling out your profile
16:53 Making professional connections
24:35 Engaging with branded content
28:19 Posting branded content
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Today, you will learn:
0:44 Understanding http vs https
6:35 How https affects site authority and page rank
11:40 How https keeps user and site owner data secure
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Today, you will learn:
Cleaning up your existing profiles
What platforms you should be active on and why
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Reasons why people are skeptical of web design/current issues
Why web design is important for brand image
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1. Social media posting: 80/20 personal/professional
2. How to use a website/portfolio
3. Leveraging Linkedin connections
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5. Prospecting platforms
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The BB&J Podcast#1: Get a Website (Seriously, Get It Now)For our pilot episode, John talks about website basics:
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