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The Untold Backstory of a 30-Second Radio Spot
There are a lot of things in life that remind me of the “business in the front, party in the back” hairstyle that “Kate Plus Eight” made famous in the 2000s. You know—where everything appears...
From Class to Firespring: A Day in the Life of a Creative Intern
A day in the life at Firespring looks different for every Firespringer. My name is Maddie and in my role as a creative intern, I can appreciate the variety that each day brings. The creative...
Digital is Hot, but Direct Mail is Hotter
Direct mail gets results, and smart marketers know it. Don’t believe us? Look at the numbers: The response rate for direct mail is up to nine times higher than that of email. (Data &...
Firespringer Feature: Allison Mellick, filling her bucket through Kids at the Well
Meet Allison, a client relations and resource specialist at Firespring. She works with our clients on their Springboard website projects and also manages client resources, such as FAQ articles...
3 Must Haves for Your Brand Strategy
Your brand is not just your logo. Rather, it’s the entire story your business or nonprofit tells to each segment of your target audience at every touchpoint. More than ever before, humans are...
How to Discover Your Organization’s Voice (and Stick with It)
Your organization is comprised of many voices—those of your leaders, staff, volunteers, donors and those you serve. However, when “speaking” via your marketing channels, your organization’s voice...
Growing Pains: How Lead Gen Can Expand Your Business
Wondering how lead gen can expand your business? Trying to attract new customers? If you’re like many businesses, you’re in “ramp up” mode, getting back to operating at full speed after 12+...
How to Bring the Fun and Effectiveness Back to Social Media
Social media used to be so much fun. Or at least, I think it was. Now, for brands all over the world, social media represents a massive pain in their daily operations. Regardless of who I talk...
6 Ways to Write Better Subject Lines
In email marketing, the subject line can make the difference between a successful and a “so-so” email message. It’s more than just a summary of your email; it’s actually a mini marketing message....
Exhibiting at a Trade Show: The Ultimate Checklist
Exhibiting at a trade show can be an incredibly effective marketing effort. Or, it can be like throwing money into a black hole with no return on your investment. We’re here to help you avoid the...
5 Ways to Create an Engaging Annual Report
How to Create an Engaging Annual Report Your annual report doesn’t have to be a snoozefest. You’re a nonprofit with an exciting mission to impact change, not an accounting firm (no offense to...
Enhance Your Marketing with a Lead-Generation Funnel
No matter the size of your business or your nonprofit, creating a lead-generation funnel is the easiest way to scale your impact. It’s the marketing playbook you’ve been looking for. It will work...
