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Paul Stainton
Paul Stainton is a digital marketing leader with extensive experience creating brand value through digital transformation, eCommerce strategies, brand strategy, and go-to-market execution.
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Forget SMART goals, MASTER Your Agency’s Goal Setting Process
Use MASTER goals (Measurable, Achievable, Specific, Transforming, Evolving, Relevant) as an alternative to SMART goals. This adaptable framework is perfect for fast-paced marketing agencies.
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How To Track KPIs That Drive Results for Clients
Learn how to track KPIs effectively to drive campaign success, focus on key metrics, and deliver clear results clients trust. Practical tips inside.
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Client Onboarding: 10 Steps to Win Trust & Retain Clients
Onboarding clients is crucial to starting your SEO relationship on the right foot. Here are our top tips for a client onboarding process that will delight clients (and make your job a lot easier too!).
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The Ultimate Google Ads Optimization Checklist [Guide & Tips]
The Google Ads Optimization Guide + Checklist includes everything your agency needs to make sure that your client’s campaigns are running as efficiently as possible.
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How To Buy Time at a Marketing Agency
Learn how your agency can save time, reduce stress, and focus on growth. Discover smarter ways to streamline your workflows and get more done.
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Top Marketing Metrics You Should Be Tracking
If you want to stand out from other agencies, it’s important that you track the most essential marketing metrics for your client. Here are some of the key performance indicators (KPIs) to track and frameworks to prioritize them.
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How To Create an Instagram Analytics Report for Clients
Learn how to create an Instagram report that stands out, offering clear analysis and client-focused insights, tailored for social media success.
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Google Guaranteed vs Google Screened: What’s the Difference?
Google has two different types of badges available as part of their local services ads: Google Guaranteed and Google Screened. Both programs have features, criteria, and benefits, but which is best suited for your clients?
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