All posts by pbump@hubspot.com Pamela Bump

According to a recent Retail Dive survey, 55% of consumers still prefer to shop in stores because they like to see or test out products before they buy them. But, if consumers could see or try products virtually from home, would they still need to go to the store before making a purchase? This question has been asked by companies like Amazon, Warby Parker, and IKEA which have embraced AR product reviews. With these previews, ecommerce visitors can see an item of clothing on a photo of their body, preview what furniture will look like in their bedroom, and even size themselves to ensure they’re buying a product with the […]

Producing quality videos for your ecommerce site is hard, we know. Equipment is expensive, and specialists who know how to use that equipment cost even more. For that very reason, many ecommerce businesses will settle for photos and graphics just to get the job done. These video marketing statistics show that video might just be an investment worth making. Sure, you’ll have to dig a little deeper into those pockets at first, but the results will return more than you dreamed. Product Video Stats Marketers Need to Know 1. Video is the #1 content type used by marketers to sell products and services. In our Not Another State of Marketing Report, […]

In 2020, video is more important to consumers than ever before. Each day, we stream our favorite shows, watch explainer videos on YouTube to learn something new, or follow events, Q&As, and interviews via live video. Unsurprisingly, video content’s current popularity is due in part to millennial and Gen Z consumers. These age groups are more connected to the internet than older age groups,, and prefer to be entertained or learn new things from online videos. At this point, marketers know that they should be leveraging video in their marketing strategy. According to HubSpot’s 2020 State of Marketing report, video beat out heavyweight contenders like email, blogging, and infographics as the most […]

Behind many great teams are great managers. Take my manager for example. Each day, she oversees a team of blog writers and editors, reports on the HubSpot Blog’s progress to stakeholders, and also manages many of the logistics and processes that keep our site running smoothly. But, the blog’s editorial processes and traffic strategies aren’t the only things she focuses on. Most importantly, she takes time to empower each individual on our team. She mentors us as we lead projects that benefit the blog, plans team bonding activities, ensures that we’re getting the tools and training we need to do our jobs, and checks in with us regularly to make […]

While working remotely offers challenges of low visibility, loneliness, and feeling out of the loop, the ability to work from home also comes with major perks. For example, if you worked remotely in the past, you might have had the whole house to yourself, could pick the perfect workspace for your needs, and had almost total flexibility in your day. As someone who worked remotely part-time before 2020, the pure silence was something I absolutely loved about remote workdays. While I’d still go to my office for in-person meetings during the first few days of the week, I’d usually work remotely on Thursdays and Fridays to avoid noise or interruptions […]

Since launching over a decade ago, WhatsApp has gained popularity all over the world. As the chat app’sglobal user-base has continued to expand, so has its platform. After adding features like group chat and video capabilities, the platform quickly became a place where brands can directly interact with consumers. In 2019, due to WhatsApp’s booming popularity, it launched one of its biggest features yet:a specialized app called WhatsApp Business. This app, which passed five million active users in its first year, is quite similar to the consumer version of WhatsApp. However, it allows companies to create a public business profile that includes links to ecommerce stores and a catalog of […]

With a purchasing power of more than $143 billion, Gen Z is expected to shake up the retail industry. Although many in Gen Z are earning their first paychecks, entering college, or just joining the workforce, studies already show that the generation shops and spends money much differently than its millennial predecessor. For example, while millennials enjoy primarily shopping online, Gen Z — an age group which is even more connected to technology — surprisingly prefers shopping in stores. Additionally, while millennials and past generations were more loyal to brands, Gen Z is more interested in buying products that will give them the best value based on their price. Why […]

In 2020, video outpaced blogging and infographics as the most common content marketing strategy. As users increasingly turn to video content for entertainment and education, most social media platforms have become more focused on expanding their visual and video capabilities. Now, the average social media user sees videos in the form of live streams, Stories, or Newsfeed posts on a daily basis. Consumer preference for video over other mediums is only expected to get stronger. Although millennials watch more videos on a regular basis than Gen X and the Boomer generation, the age group’s consumption still pales in comparison to Gen Z. As a marketer, you likely already know how […]

You probably already know how crucial SEO is for your website’s traffic. One of the most important sub tactics within an SEO strategy is link-building. Not sure what this means? Here’s the quick explanation. When websites link to your website, search algorithms determine that you have “authority” in  your industry because other brands are referring to you. The higher your authority gets, the better your search rankings could be. Additionally, linking to other posts within your site can also help to boost your authority as its a sign to algorithms that you’ve thoroughly covered a topic you’re discussing. But, here’s where it gets a bit more tricky. When a more […]

In 2020, brands are increasingly growing global awareness with international marketing strategies. And, one major way they’ve driven traffic from different regions to their site is through international SEO. But, like any marketing campaign, SEO is not always a one-size-fits-all approach. In fact, every country is diverse, uses the internet a little differently, and might have different sets of regulations. Not to mention, audiences in one country might have vastly different interests, cultural backgrounds, and values than audiences in another region. As a marketer, your biggest goal should be to know your audience. And, according to HubSpot SEO experts, this is no different when it comes to building an SEO […]