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Explore practical tips, helpful guides, and educational content from the Marketing Maven team. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your marketing, improve your brand, or learn something new, these free resources are here to help you put ideas into action.


Stop Spacing Objects Manually in Adobe Illustrator & Use the Distribute Tool Instead
Tired of manually spacing objects in Adobe Illustrator? In this quick tutorial, learn how to use the Distribute tool to evenly space repeating elements in just a few clicks. It's a simple time-saving trick that helps create cleaner, more consistent designs while speeding up your workflow.
Aug 52 min read


Font Personalities: Getting to Know Different Font Styles and Their Characteristics
Every font has a personality, and the fonts you choose can shape how customers perceive your brand before they read a single word. In this guide, we explore the characteristics, associations, and common uses of eight different font categories to help you find the right typographic voice for your business.
Jul 85 min read


Social Media Verification: Is the Fancy Checkmark Actually Worth It for Businesses?
Social media verification is no longer just for celebrities and major brands. From Meta Verified to X Premium, businesses now have more paid verification options than ever before. But are the monthly subscriptions actually worth it? Here’s a breakdown of what different platforms offer, what features matter most, and whether the fancy blue checkmark truly helps businesses grow online.
Jun 35 min read


Your Website Needs a Makeover: 6 Signs It’s Time to Refresh Your Website
If your website is more than three years old, it may be time for a refresh. Outdated design, clunky navigation, weak SEO, hard-to-manage content, and missed automation opportunities can quietly hold your business back. In this guide, we break down six common signs your website needs an update and how modern design, better structure, stronger messaging, and improved functionality can help your site work harder for your business.
Apr 227 min read


Eight Ways to Audit Your Website to Stand Out and Increase Sales
If you’re not a professional copywriter, website designer, or SEO expert, it can be tough to know whether your website is helping your business or holding it back. Your website needs to function smoothly, connect with your audience, look professional, and be optimized for both search engines and the people looking for information. To help you evaluate where you stand, we’ve put together eight ways you can dive into your website and see if it’s time to make some changes.
Mar 104 min read


How to Register (a.k.a. Actually Show Up) for Google Voice Search
Chances are you’ve said something like, “Hey Siri, where’s the best Mexican restaurant near me?” or “Hey Google, what time does the nearest coffee shop open?” That’s voice search in action. And if your business isn’t properly set up to show up in those results, you’re missing out on customers who are actively looking for exactly what you offer. The good news is there are simple, free steps you can take to make sure your business shows up for voice assistants like Google, Siri
Jan 123 min read


What Makes Your Website Your Most Powerful Business Tool
Your website is one of the most powerful tools in your business. It quietly works behind the scenes to attract new customers, strengthen your marketing, and build long-term value for your brand. If you’re not thinking about your website this way, you’re missing one of the biggest opportunities to grow your business. It’s time to see it differently, not as something that simply exists, but as a working system that supports your goals every single day.
Dec 17, 20253 min read


From Likes to Leads: Five Reasons to Run a Contest on Social Media
If you're trying to build engagement with followers and reach new potential customers on social media, a contest is a great way to build traction online quickly. Contests grab attention, encourage sharing and commenting, and spark the kind of engagement that algorithms reward. A contest can be as simple as a giveaway, a push to gather testimonial comments with an incentive at the end, or a fun scavenger hunt of your website.
Oct 1, 20255 min read


Why You Should Invest in Your Website: A Smart Move for Small Businesses Ready to Grow
As a small business owner, especially in a mid-sized or rural town, you’ve likely built your business through hard work, reputation, and word of mouth. That’s a great start. But today, even referrals go online to check you out. A website is no longer optional. It’s your handshake, your storefront, and your first impression. If you’ve ever asked yourself: “Do I really need to invest in my website?” The answer is yes. And it might already be costing you business if you haven’t.
Aug 25, 20254 min read
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