How to optimize social media for business
“Don’t judge a book by its cover” is a popular idiom, but most people do not have the time or patience to look past a dull front page. Today, think of social media as your co
10 reasons to target your 2018 blogging strategy
In the drive to exploit the latest trends in the dynamic world of digital marketing, it is easy to overlook the importance of more traditional parts of the content mix. Like the go
The art, science and risk of Super Bowl advertising
The Super Bowl is a glitzy sports and entertainment phenomenon that guarantees a viewership of 100 million in the United States alone. This year’s show at the US Bank Stadium in
4 New Year’s Resolutions to Revamp Your Brand in 2018
We’ve all heard the phrase, “New Year, New Me”. It is a symbol of change and commitment. While individuals partake in lifestyle changes every year, businesses can also benefi
Fatal marketing flaws for your business
Et tu, Brute? In Shakespeare’s play, The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, Caesar’s hamartia, or fatal flaw, is his dismissal of the advice from the soothsayer in the marketplace and h
The Key to Influencer Marketing Success [Podcast]
You will see numerous posts exclaiming 2017 as the year of influencer marketing. That’s rubbish. We’ve always been in the business of influencer marketing; the media is just mo
[Podcast] Fintech and Content
Content marketing is relevant in all industries, including fintech. Paragon’s VP of marketing, Melissa Even and digital expert, Chris Lee talk about why fintech companies should
Why less could be more in influencer marketing
An army of ‘micro-influencers’ could be more valuable as a means to generate brand awareness and advocacy than a single, big-hitting influencer. We look at the role micro-influ
It’s time for your mid-year marketing check-up
I’d rather not say that July is winding down, but summer once again seems to be flying by! As we all try to make the most of our remaining summer plans, believe me when I say tha
Social Media’s Tipping Point
Anyone who has read Malcolm Gladwell’s The Tipping Point has been exposed to a number of different epidemics, some of which are much easier to explain than others. The rate at wh