Some people are starting to question whether content is king. It’s a fair question. Content marketing has had a good run, starting at least as early as John Deere’s "The Furrow" magazine in 1895. So, it’s super smart of people like Julia McCoy and my friend Mark Schaefer to ask if "Content is King" is dead.
That said, with the massive shift towards digital by customers living in lockdown, is that right? Is "Content is King" dead? Or has the need for useful, helpful content become even more important?
The latest episode of Thinks Out Loud examines the big changes we’re seeing in customer behavior, looks at how some companies have adapted to the new reality, and not only asks, but answers whether "Content is King" is dead. Want to learn more? Here are the show notes for you.
Thinks Out Loud Episode 306: Is "Content is King" Dead? — Headlines and Show Notes
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Show Notes and Links
As always, here are the "regular" show notes, detailing links and news related to this week’s episode.
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