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July 18, 2023
AI in Marketing

Outside of using AI to solve some pesky coding challenges, how can AI be utilized for marketing? First, let’s talk about how it works. AI will collect data, learn behaviors, and analyze information to help achieve goals. For example, it can automate responses to your customers based on the interactions they have on your website […]

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July 6, 2023
What can AI do for your business?

What could AI do for your business? While some of us are worried about the AI overlords taking over (probably won’t happen), there are immediate opportunities that AI can help with. From marketing ideas to researching trending topics, developing applications quicker and even generating imagery (still kind of creepy). FYD is exploring the AI world […]

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December 21, 2022
Festive Fails & Marking Tips with a Twist

FYD is bringing the cheer with a few holiday-inspired marketing tips. We’re turning some festive fails into mindful marketing advice to help you improve your content all season long. Thank You? For the Gift? Neither your site nor your gifts should suffer from driver errors. Without essential parts, a gift isn’t much of a gift […]

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Marketing Trends: Predictions and Prep for 2023

The new year means new marketing trends! 2022 was filled with captivating videos, even faster load times than we thought possible, and the rise of storytelling success on social media. To help your brand start the year off right, we want to highlight some trends that are looking ready to grow and emerge in 2023. […]

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December 19, 2022
Trending Hashtags: Why You Should #UseThem

Whether you’re looking for #traveltips, #food, or #photography, there’s a hashtag for that. In 2007, the social media-savvy hashtag emerged from the pound symbol. And we haven’t looked back. Trending hashtags have grown markets, raised awareness, and stimulated viral conversation across the web. If you’re wondering how hashtags can benefit your brand, you’re in the […]

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December 14, 2022
Web Accessibility: Enhancing your Site for All

“I can’t read that, it’s too small.” “I can’t understand what he’s saying in that video, are there subtitles?” “I don’t remember where that was, there’s too much stuff.” “Ugh, I clicked the wrong thing.” Feeling lost on a website and unable to maximize your content consumption is frustrating. However, improved web accessibility and a […]

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December 5, 2022
Elevating Stock Photos for Business

At FYD, we will be the first to chuckle at an out-of-pocket stock photo. However, we also love seizing the chance to enhance a generic stock photo to elevate and support brand marketing and recognition. In this blog, we are offering our guidance on breaking away from boring and basic and doing more with stock […]

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November 15, 2022
Motion Graphics in Marketing

Anddddd action! Animation and motion graphics are taking a commanding hold on the website and social marketing world. Whether they are used for entertainment or information distribution, motion graphics make enticing content that is simple to understand, all while benefitting your brand’s online presence. If you’re still stuck on still-shot images, this blog may just […]

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October 7, 2022
Why Video Marketing Matters.

It’s a funny TikTok dance, an influencer telling a story on YouTube, or an Instagram Reel of someone cooking pasta in an oddly satisfying way. Videos are just fun, right? Yes, but video marketing is also an incredibly effective tool. 87% of marketers report that video has helped them achieve a positive ROI; meanwhile, 92% […]

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June 7, 2021
The ROI of Design Work

Do you remember the days of Lincoln Logs and Legos? Even if it’s a vague recollection of fumbling with Lincoln Logs, you’ll remember that anything you built ended up feeling like a ranch in the wild west. And Legos… Oh, Legos! You could create anything! You’d pour over an abstract grid of blocks, snapping things […]

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