Elements of Internet Marketing: Fresh Content

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DISCLAIMER: Every once in a while, we cover “Elements of Internet Marketing” and why they are important for everyone to be aware or reminded of. Some of these topics are not new, but they are very important to consumers and service providers to repeatedly encounter and understand. Today’s “Element” is related to the topic of “Fresh Content.” Enjoy!

Like produce, crackers, and bread over time, content can become stale and less able to do anything great for a brand, other than to stand in to fill space and act as a paper weight. Content is created for a purpose. And, true it is always great for storytelling and portfolio purposes. But, once that purpose has been fulfilled, there is nothing left for that content to do of any remarkable means… other than to hold position for a brand, be part of the brand’s story and acting as portfolio filler.

The purposes of content may vary. Content may be displayed for informative, educational, persuasive and entertainment reasons. It can also contribute to an aesthetic experience of a brand’s presence, as well as be implemented for Organic Search Engine Optimization tactic.

Eventually, technology evolves. Aesthetics lessen. Information becomes outdated or too widely known. People have “heard it all before.” Events have come and gone. And, content has optimized the medium to the fullest already. New content is a must, and it should have been here “like yesterday!”

There is always a need for fresh, new content. It is needed to give a website or interactive platform “the magic touch.” It keeps people returning. It keeps your awareness and presence viral. It continues to expand into new realms of optimization for the brand. And, hey! It gives your brand the credibility that something is always being done!

Ultimately, your brand’s influence translates into being a “hard worker” in the eyes of your audiences, gaining a powerful respect from them — even if your products or services are lacking in quality and demand.

Fresh content will keep competition competing fairly. After all, they can’t copy what you have done in the past and continue to “one-up” that same content and predecessors every week without feeling the threat of losing clientele, while taking yours. As a matter of fact, healthy competition will keep competing brands sending clientele your way, because “alternatives” are always sought after.

The more content available, the more your brand “speaks for itself.” Sales are more easily closed on their own; while more time and resourcing can be spent on pumping out quality products and services.

Fresh content will lead optimization efforts in a positive direction. The more content that is created, named correctly and shared amongst consumers, the better.

The more backlinks created through content, as well as content placement, the better. Awareness and optimization efforts will skyrocket. More keywords will be “owned” by your brand, and brand expansion will guarantee a lead in the marketplace, as far as Internet Marketing practices go.

Fresh content takes away the “stale,” outdated appearance of an idle company even if the client base expands through referrals. That being said, it is wise to update and add new content on an ongoing basis.

Why lose potential consumers? Why keep your brand from gaining new consumers? Fresh content is a necessity. Continue creating today!