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Discover the latest insights, strategies, and trends with the B2The7 News & Blog—your resource for actionable digital marketing tips, SEO strategies, and AI-driven marketing insights. We cover everything from social media marketing and content optimization to brand growth tactics that help businesses increase visibility, engagement, and conversions. Each article is crafted to provide practical, data-driven takeaways you can implement right away. Whether you’re looking to improve your search rankings, strengthen your digital presence, or stay ahead of emerging marketing trends, our blog gives you the tools and knowledge to grow smarter and faster.
Trending Marketing, Digital & Social Topics for the Week of October 27, 2025
AI innovation meets authenticity in this week’s biggest marketing shifts — GEO, social-first storytelling, and next-gen retail media.
The Intersection of SEO and Social: Why Your Content Needs Both
Integrating SEO with social media isn't optional—it’s essential. Learn why brands must blend both strategies to build stronger, more effective content ecosystems.
Trending Marketing, Digital & Social Topics for the Week of October 20, 2025
Explore this week’s biggest marketing, digital, and social insights — AI-powered creativity, social-first storytelling, new partnerships, and agency disruption.
Why AI Prioritizes YouTube — and How to Optimize Your Videos for AI-Driven Discovery
AI engines heavily favor YouTube videos in search results. Learn why—and how to optimize your YouTube content for better AI discovery and visibility.
Trending Topics for the Week of October 13, 2025
Stay ahead with this week’s biggest marketing insights — AI marketing ROI, experiential pop-ups, authentic storytelling, predictive analytics, and more.
What Is Email Marketing & Why It Still Delivers: Lessons from 15 Years at Papa John’s
Email marketing is more than newsletters. Learn how to build a high-performing strategy with proven campaign types, automation flows, and key metrics.
Trending Topics for the Week of October 6
Explore this week’s top five marketing and digital trends — including AI search, brand-driven storytelling, and evolving martech metrics. Perfect for B2B, B2C, and DTC marketers who want to stay current.
Lifecycle Marketing: Reach, Retain & Reactivate
Discover how to build a high-impact customer lifecycle strategy that drives retention, reactivation, and long-term revenue. Includes tips, tools & real-world examples.
Hook-First Content: Why the First 3 Seconds (or Words) Matter More Than Ever
The first 3 seconds of your video or the first line of your post can make or break engagement. Discover hook-first content strategies that drive results.
Marketing Help for Small Businesses
B2The7 helps Louisville small businesses grow with expert, affordable marketing services including social, email, and local SEO support.
Photography for Storytelling: Building Emotional Connection Through Imagery
Discover how photography can go beyond visuals to tell stories, build trust, and create lasting emotional impact in your brand marketing.
5 Social Media Strategies That Work When You Have No Time or Budget
Struggling with time or budget? Discover 5 proven social media strategies tailored for small businesses that boost reach with minimal effort.
Marketing Audit Guide: Boost ROI with This Proven Checklist
Learn what a marketing audit is, why it matters, and how to execute one using a strategic, data-driven checklist for better marketing performance.
The New SEO Reality: No Clicks, Still Wins
Over 50% of searches now end without a click. Discover how marketers can dominate SERPs, optimize for AI summaries, and build brand visibility in a zero-click world.
SEO vs. GEO: Building for Visibility and Trust in the AI-Driven Search Era
SEO still drives traffic, but GEO—Generative Engine Optimization—builds trust in AI search. Learn how to optimize for both and stay visible everywhere users search.
Why You Need a Separate Analytics Channel for AI Search Traffic
Marketers are losing visibility by misclassifying AI-driven discovery traffic. This post breaks down why GA4 needs a dedicated AI search channel, complete with examples, stats, and actionable metrics.
5 Budget Social Media Strategies for Authentic Content Marketing Success
Learn how brands are winning big with authentic, budget-friendly social content. From podcast-style clips to trend-jacking, see 5 formats with stats, examples, and execution tips.
Content at Scale: How B2C Brands Are Systemizing Creativity in 2025
B2C marketers are shifting from performance marketing to brand-building—and scalable content systems are the secret weapon. Learn how leading brands streamline asset creation, adapt campaigns across channels, and increase engagement without burning out creative teams. Backed by 2025 marketing data, case studies, and proven workflows.
Instagram Is Now Searchable on Google: What Brands Need to Know About the SEO–Social Crossover
Instagram’s latest update allows public content to appear in Google results. Discover actionable SEO tips to boost your content’s visibility and search performance.
Generative AI and the New Frontier of Marketing Strategy
AI isn't just another tool—it’s redefining how we approach marketing. In this blog, Bernie Fussenegger of B2The7 breaks down what generative AI means for marketers today, from faster content production to evolving SEO and the rise of Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). Backed by industry stats and firsthand insight, this post is a practical roadmap for marketers ready to lead with purpose—not just follow trends.