Organic Search vs. Paid Search: Which is Better for Your Holiday Campaign?
It’s that time of year again. The Halloween decorations have come down, radio stations have begun playing Christmas songs. And your holiday campaign checklist is starting to resemble Santa’s Naughty or Nice list. Christmas is Coming At Bluetrain, we know how important it is for retail businesses to make the most of the holiday season.... Read More
Melanie AugerBeginners Guide: How to Create & Run Video Ad Campaigns on YouTube
In 2025, online advertising is more competitive than ever. The days of getting by with standard display or simple text ads are long gone—today’s consumers expect a lot more to catch their attention. Google’s advertising platform has stepped up with new formats like Performance Max Campaigns and Demand Gen. But even with all the shiny,... Read More
Andrei RusuSocial Shopping- How to Sell on Social Media
Looking to build your marketing strategy to amplify online sales? To thrive in the e-commerce space, a cross-channel approach is key to maximizing your organization’s potential. Social media has become one of the prime destinations for entertaining content and helpful information. But it’s also gaining popularity as an e-commerce platform. Is your brand set up... Read More
Melanie AugerSmall Business Week Canada: Unlocking Social Media Success
For Small Business Week Canada this year, we were asked to join in the festivities to help celebrate entrepreneurship and small businesses in our community. Our very own Social Media specialist, Merilyn Tuazon, had the honour of speaking at Strathcona County – Economic Development and Tourism’s 2023 Small Business Week Conference. Here’s an inside look... Read More
Merilyn TuazonWhy You Should Audit Your Social Media
Looking to evaluate your online presence and learn precisely how your brand is performing on social media? If you feel like you’re just going through the motions and not leveraging your social media profiles effectively, it’s time for a social media audit! An “audit” can sound intimidating, but it doesn’t need to be. Here are... Read More
Chelsey GilfillanWhy Work With a Social Media Management Agency?
Social media management can be overwhelming, especially for small businesses or companies that don’t have a designated internal team. There are so many different facets of social media aside from simply creating and publishing content. From community management to analyzing performance to staying up to date with the latest updates, managing social media is a... Read More
Melanie AugerWhere Should You Prioritize Your Social Media Ads?
Looking to reach your target audience and convert them into customers? Social media advertising is your answer! One of the most effective forms of digital marketing, social ads are a major opportunity for everyone from small businesses to larger organizations. Choosing what social platforms to use is your first consideration, and unfortunately, it’s not a... Read More
Chelsey Gilfillan5 Myths About Social Media Marketing
There’s a good chance that most of the people you meet or interact with on a regular basis are present on social media. That’s why the social media industry is now viewed as an extremely valuable digital marketing tool! Because of its fast-paced and dynamic nature, there are still people who are skeptical of the... Read More
Ally WilsonLet’s Talk Social Trends
If you’re a social media manager, you’ve probably been curious about the trends in social media for 2023. So, let’s talk about Social Trends! We recently attended the SocialNext Digital Marketing Insights conference and are here to share some key takeaways. Keep reading; they may be different than you might think! Top 6 Trends to Follow... Read More
Chelsey GilfillanSocial Trends: How to Rebrand Your Social Media Accounts
How to Change or Update Social Accounts When You Have Launched a Rebrand. Is it time for a refresh of your brand? There are many reasons for wanting to change things up, whether it’s keeping up with current trends, to better reflect your current business or responding to customer feedback — whatever your reason, rebranding... Read More
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