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Influencer Marketing2026-04-15 · 8 min read

What Makes an Influencer Program Actually Work

Sending free product to someone with 100K followers isn't a strategy — it's a hope. Here's how to build influencer programs that drive measurable sales, not just impressions.

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PR2026-04-01 · 6 min read

How to Pitch TechCrunch (And Actually Get a Response)

Most startup PR pitches get deleted in under 10 seconds. Here's exactly what journalists at top-tier tech publications look for — and the common mistakes that get you ignored.

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Retail Strategy2026-03-24 · 7 min read

How to Get Your Brand Into Boutiques (Without Knowing Anyone)

Cold-calling boutique buyers with a line sheet rarely works. Here's the credibility-first approach we use to open retail doors in new markets — before we ever make the ask.

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Brand Strategy2026-03-10 · 5 min read

Fractional CMO vs. Full-Time: What Startup Founders Get Wrong

Most early-stage founders hire a full-time CMO too early — burning cash on a salary before they've found product-market fit. Here's when a fractional CMO is the smarter move.

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PR2026-02-26 · 5 min read

PR vs. Paid Advertising: Which Builds Brand Faster?

Paid ads stop working the moment you stop paying. Earned media compounds. Here's an honest breakdown of when each works, what each costs, and how to use them together.

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Social Media2026-02-12 · 6 min read

The TikTok Algorithm in 2026: What Brand Marketers Need to Know

TikTok has shifted from a reach platform to a search platform. Here's what that means for your content strategy and how to position your brand for both discovery and loyalty.

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