Our thinking about HubSpot, AI, & removing silo'ed data

Back in 2021, I wrote a blog about the emerging B2B marketing trends we were seeing at the time — a period defined by rapid digital transformation and pandemic-driven shifts to get everything online fast. In that piece (read it here), we focused on automation, content marketing, virtual events, and the growing importance of CRM systems. It was all about adapting quickly and making digital work harder for leaner, more agile teams. Fast forward to today, and the

In one of my previous blogs I discussed how HubSpot offers a wide range of powerful tools that will allow you to plan, market, execute and report on your events. However, HubSpot has just stepped it up a notch by introducing their new Marketing Events tool to ensure we stay efficient, organised and data-driven.

Hosting events, whether online or in person is a powerful strategy for companies to adopt. Hosting events offers many benefits across sales, marketing and customer engagement. Here’s why they are important: Increases brand awareness Generates higher quality leads Engages directly with your audience Showcases your products and services Drives conversations and sales Strengthens customer relationships Facilitates content

Social media is a no-brainer for businesses who wish to engage and connect with their audience online, however managing and executing an effective social media strategy is both time consuming and relies heavily on delivering good content at the right time. Thankfully, HubSpot’s social media tools help scale and streamline your social media efforts, using its recently introduced tool, Breeze AI.

In this video, I outline how to select a digital marketing agency in 2026. Covering nine essential steps including: Step 1: Start with Your Business Goals Step 2: Look at Their Expertise and Experience Step 3: Review Their Portfolio and Case Studies Step 4: Understand Their Process Step 5: Evaluate the Team Step 6: Check Out Reviews and What Others Are Saying Step 7: Consider Pricing and Value Step 8: Assess Culture and Fit Step 9: Explore How the Agency is Using AI

In the ever-evolving world of digital marketing in South Africa, businesses face a unique set of challenges that require innovative solutions. From navigating economic constraints to managing data across multiple platforms, digital marketing professionals in South Africa must be agile and forward-thinking to stay ahead of the curve. But with challenges come opportunities. In this blog, we delve into the top challenges identified by a team of digital marketing professionals and explore the exciting

Starting your own digital marketing agency is an exciting dream in an increasingly digital world where businesses are constantly seeking online growth opportunities. With the right skills and knowledge on how to start a digital marketing agency, you can position yourself as a valuable asset to companies needing digital marketing help. What Does It Take to Start a Digital Marketing Agency? Establishing a digital marketing agency involves a solid plan that includes identifying your niche, laying down a

In this article, I explore the crucial balance between effective digital marketing and ethical data practices, focusing on compliance in personal data usage, especially list-based remarketing. I'll discuss the importance of clear privacy policies, transparent cookie consent, and ethical data handling on ad platforms like Meta and Google Ads, which use hashing to protect user privacy. Additionally, we address the challenges of managing data privacy in a fragmented digital

Navigating the multifaceted and ever-changing digital marketing landscape as a digital marketing manager is tough. This article aims to share insights to help you effectively work with your digital marketing manager. It will help ensure that their digital marketing strategies and daily actions cater to and support vital business aspects like sales, customer retention, and brand building. The title is a little 'clickbaity', and most digital marketing managers don't intentionally hide things - but ignorance is not bliss if you want to get the most out of them.