In web development, creating a great user experience (UX) is just as important as building functional features. One thing I’ve learned over the years is that attention retention, or keeping visitors engaged, often comes down to the little details. And animation is one of the most powerful tools we have for that.
AI avatars are already here, and these are the trends I’m most bullish on
As the founder of AI newsletter Mindstream, I’m constantly thinking about scale, especially when it comes to content. For me, video was the bottleneck. I wanted to show up consistently, but I didn’t want to spend hours filming, editing, or setting up gear. That’s what led me to explore AI avatars. At first, avatars were…
The essential SEO tutorial for thriving in the age of AI-driven search
You want to learn about search engine optimization (SEO), but where do you start? We were all SEO beginners once, so take heart: There’s lots to learn, but I’ve got plenty of expert advice and a step-by-step guide to get you started. We’ll cover basic SEO vocabulary, review a step-by-step SEO tutorial to get your…
Inside the world of AI BDRs — can AI replace human business development representatives?
If you’re like me, you’ve asked this question: What is the difference between a salesperson and a business development representative (BDR)? Well, here’s what I found. A salesperson usually deals with warm leads. That is, people who already know what they want and just need some guidance to make a decision. But a BDR? That’s…
Here’s how to prove marketing’s pipeline value & revenue impact to your CFO
Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) are wired to want proof, not promises. While we marketers light up at impressions, and engagement — excuse the stars in my eyes — CFOs focus on revenue, risk, and return. This clash of professional love languages can create friction in budget conversations, performance reviews, and board meetings. I’ve experienced this…
Buyer persona essentials: My top tips & examples to inspire yours
As I was scrolling on Facebook today, I noticed two ads. One was offering me 20% off at a store that I’ve never heard of before. It felt completely random, in a “did you send this message to the right person?” kind of way. The other ad felt like it was looking me dead in…
26 professional voicemail greetings to help you record the perfect one [+ expert tips]
During my time as a B2B sales rep, my voicemail greetings started off being long-winded, pitchy, and wordy. I thought that having a good voicemail greeting consisted of saying all the right things to guarantee the prospect answering my callback. Many believe voicemails don’t convert and are a waste of time, but I learned that…
The definition of a buyer persona [in under 100 words]
Marketing is a paradoxical undertaking: We create campaigns for the masses, but those messages are only ever experienced on the individual level. How does a good marketer straddle this? By writing directly to a single viewer, aka their buyer persona. The definition of a buyer persona hasn‘t changed much in recent years. But the trends…
Sales Growth Strategy: How to Accelerate Your B2B Sales Pipeline
In today’s competitive B2B landscape, companies are continuously looking for ways to drive growth, accelerate their sales pipeline, and close deals faster. A well-executed growth sales strategy is the key to unlocking success. But how do you ensure that your B2B sales pipeline isn’t just moving it’s racing?
The Personal Sales Strategy: How to Stand Out in a Competitive Market
In today’s crowded and hyper-competitive sales environment, standing out can seem like a daunting challenge. Every seller is vying for attention, each promising a better solution, a more efficient process, or a more lucrative deal. But the truth is, it’s not enough to be just another salesperson offering a product or service. To succeed, you…