November 24, 2015 14:52

4 Web Design Features That Adds Value For Visitors

Content management platforms like WordPress use widgets and add-ons to dramatically improve the appearance and capabilities of a web design. These features can empower any web design to compete at a high level for business. There are four web design features in particular that add immediate value to the eyes of visitors, and you can... Read More »

November 18, 2015 09:38

WordPress Security In 5 Steps

It is a common misconception that WordPress websites are not as secure as other websites. The truth is there is no website on the internet that is 100% secure. Just ask the CIA. However, there are still security measures that can make your site less vulnerable to hacker attacks. Put these 5 security steps into... Read More »

November 10, 2015 16:21

4 Ways To Create Valuable E-commerce Reviews

Did you know that two-thirds of consumers will read product reviews before making an online purchase? With millions of products featured online, the value of e-commerce reviews can help drive additional product sales. But not all product reviews are created equal. It’s important to guide your reviewers on what you want them to express about your... Read More »

November 9, 2015 09:34

Thrive Receives Honorable Mention Award For Web Design

The Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals has recently announced the winners for their annual MarCom Awards. The website that Thrive Internet Marketing Agency redesigned for the City of Granbury Convention & Visitors Bureau received an honorable mention in the web design category. The MarCom Awards is an international creative competition for print, visual, audio... Read More »

November 5, 2015 16:50

How Retailers Can Benefit From Beacon Technology

You may have heard about beacon technology, but your not too sure what it is. Even though the technology has been around for awhile, beacon technology is one of the hottest marketing tactics for retailers right now. According to Newzoo, there will be 3.6 billion smartphone users by 2020. In order to connect with these... Read More »

November 4, 2015 11:41

Why It’s Vital To Understand Web Analytics Of Your Business Webs...

Creating an online marketing campaign is a challenge, but determining if it is working by analyzing web analytics is another challenge entirely. Despite its usefulness, only 60% of marketers use social media analytics tools to track campaigns. Only 48% use metrics for brand analysis and even fewer use metrics to track competitive intelligence, with a surprisingly low... Read More »

October 29, 2015 19:53

What Is Remarketing & How It Is Retargeting Your Perfect Customer...

To answer the common question “what is remarketing?” it’s important to remember the never-ending challenge of marketing: Where is the perfect customer that is both an ideal and realistic target for your marketing efforts? Remarketing is a powerful tool that allows you to tag landing pages with pixels that help you track your perfect customer’s... Read More »

October 23, 2015 18:25

5 WordPress Developer Myths You Need To Know

There’s so much true and bogus information about WordPress web design it’s tough filtering thru it all. A WordPress developer must constantly address myths on the best ways to maintain the security and performance of a WordPress website, especially those that are unfounded. What makes these misconceptions particularly infectious is that most of them contain... Read More »

October 16, 2015 10:39

4 Tools For Measuring Social Media Marketing Results

A social media marketing company’s purpose is to build relationships with people and promoting the image of your brand, but the campaign KPIs are essential when it comes to determining how well your strategies are playing out. Social media marketing can be measured through a variety of metrics that make it possible to determine whether... Read More »

October 12, 2015 11:04

5 Habits Of Web Marketing Companies That Increase Audience And Reach

Web marketing companies choose the best talent and tools to advance the audience and reach of businesses. These companies cultivate certain habits when marketing businesses online that are embedded in marketing talent and shapes the tools that amplify them. Here are five common habits of web marketing companies that increase audience and reach. 1. Web... Read More »

October 6, 2015 10:54

Why Nobody Cares About Your Content

According to Edelman Insights, around 90% of fans want brands and companies to share compelling content. 10% of those customers think the brands they’re following are actually doing it well. Only 31% of fans actually believe what advertisers they follow say about their products or services. It’s now more important than ever to truly engage... Read More »

October 1, 2015 10:59

Do I Need A Social Media Advertising Agency To Manage My Social Media?...

Many businesses wonder whether it’s better to hire an employee to manage their social media or hire a social media advertising agency instead. The truth is that there are benefits to both. For example, employees usually have more knowledge of your company, and that makes for great social content. But without experienced social media strategy... Read More »

September 25, 2015 10:51

3 Local SEO Marketing Tactics You Are Not Using

Local SEO marketing is an essential ingredient in any comprehensive online marketing strategy. When your potential customers search for keywords related to your brand, search engines like Google index match your website according to local relevance. You may not be using these three local SEO marketing tactics now, but you’ll eliminate more obstacles for your... Read More »

September 22, 2015 16:31

4 Things To Look For In A PPC Company In Dallas

Think of a pay per click agency as a brokerage firm and your PPC specialist as your stockbroker. Like the stockbroker, it’s a PPC specialist’s job to make sure you get the most bang for every dollar you invest in a PPC campaign. It is important to audit your current PPC specialist and SEO company periodically... Read More »

September 18, 2015 14:18

Takeaways from WordCamp Cape Town 2015

Takeaways from #WCCT 2015 Event at a glance: WordCamp Cape Town 2015 Venue: The River Club The venue was very scenic and picturesque, and provided an attractive venue with some pretty awesome amenities, such as a driving range (for letting off steam) and a pub-style restaurant on site, which also served as the venue for... Read More »

September 17, 2015 09:42

Citation Worries Begone: Thrive is now a Certified Yext Partner!

Citations are essential for boosting your business’ online presence. And the best way to set up citations for your business? Enlist the help of a Yext Certified Partner! In order to ensure that search engines – and people – know your business’ name, address, and contact info, you need to proliferate that information throughout the... Read More »

September 14, 2015 09:53

Why You Need To Hire A Professional SEO

Professional SEO is one of the most important aspects of running a successful website. After all, all your hard work on a site is meaningless if no one sees the result. With search engines cracking down on tactics that might have worked a long time ago, it has become more important than ever to turn... Read More »

September 4, 2015 10:41

Case Study: Facebook Remarketing Ad Boosts Engagement and Social Refer...

Ever wish you could ask whoever visited your website to like your business’ Facebook page? Well, the good folks at Facebook released a game-changing Facebook remarketing pixel that allows clients to target their ads specifically to people who have visited their website. Although our current Facebook ad was already increasing audience, engagement, and reach for a... Read More »

September 1, 2015 16:12

Buffer vs Hootsuite: A Social Media Marketing Tool Comparison

Social media companies are always trying to find ways to drive growth in social media audience, engagement, and reach faster. Searching thru online tools to help run social media campaigns more efficiently can almost be a part-time job for a social media marketing agency. There are over 280 social media management apps featured on social media... Read More »

August 24, 2015 14:52

5 Facebook Changes All Social Media Agencies Need To Know

Facebook recently announced several new features coming to the platform that will make any social media company or small business very excited. These features will make it easier for small businesses to use Facebook to communicate with other businesses, organizations, and people. The features were announced and debuted during the company’s developer conference “F8”. From using apps to... Read More »

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