With winter approaching and the days getting shorter and darker, the enthusiasm for getting outdoors and going for a run, cycle or even walking the dog becomes less appealing. READ MORE
Today, mobile phones have evolved from simple communication tools to indispensable devices that shape the way we live, work, and interact with the world around us. As the cost of living continues to increase and everything gets more expensive, mobile phone influence on various aspects of our lives becomes more integrated. The cost of living can significantly shape how we use our mobile phones, influencing everything from the choice of device to data usage habits and the types of services we access. Our mobile phone plans and provider services will determine how much we surf, call or text. READ MORE
Its that time of year, which for many epitomises the summer. Three solid weeks of bicycle racing around France. Crazy yes, but often considered the most brutal of sports, where athletes push their bodies to the limit over mountain ranges airline pilots are weary of. READ MORE
Working in different time zones can be a challenging but rewarding experience. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, more and more companies are collaborating with teams and clients across different time zones. READ MORE
Superheroes are a staple of popular culture, and their ability to communicate effectively is one of the many traits that make them stand out. READ MORE
Sitting in traffic can be one of the most frustrating things to have to deal with, but the rise of mobile communications technology has fundamentally transformed the way we communicate with each other, and this has had a profound impact on our daily lives. READ MORE
Its freezing in London at the moment. The coldest temperatures in over 15 years have descended on parts of Europe at a time when energy prices are crippling and those less fortunate are having to make the hideous choice between heat or eat. READ MORE
Its finally here, the world has waited four years for the latest iteration of FIFAs premier event and fans across the globe have been preparing for this festival of football. READ MORE
This week saw the culmination of a run of Coldplay concerts in London. For 10 days London’s Wembley stadium was filled to the rafters, not a spare seat in the famous venue. READ MORE
If you're not using SMS campaigns as part of your marketing strategy, you're missing out on conversions. Learn about the benefits of SMS marketing here. READ MORE
The United Kingdom has been through a challenging few years and in most cases overcome the multitude of obstacles that have inhibited our ability to soldier on with our day to day lives. READ MORE
SMS marketing services allow a small business to send highly targeted campaigns, reminders and messages to their customers. Click to learn SMS strategies here! READ MORE
The summer in England is nudging us. The warm weather and the fresh smells that illicit a new and more open mind set are beginning to shout at us as we open the curtains in themorning.. READ MORE
If your company is not using SMS marketing, then it should be. Here are all of the rewarding benefits of incorporating SMS into your marketing plan. READ MORE
As we embark on 2022 and look in the rear-view mirror of what has been a challenging year, the one thing that is for certain is that there have been several false starts. Many of these false starts have not been within our personal control, as living in an environment where course and direction are set by a deadly global pandemic is not easy. READ MORE
As the festive season once again descends upon us with familiar regularity, we step back and look at the year just past and the way in which our behavior has been influenced by others. 2021 was a year in which what we did, where we went, how we got there and what we wore was dictated as a response to a global pandemic. Thankfully however Christmas 2021 and New Year 2022 should prove to be more usual. READ MORE
As we approach the season of human connection, we tend to ponder and reflect on the kind of year we have had. We consider the good the bad, what we did like and what we did not, but most importantly we take stock of what we would or could do differently. 2021 was a year like no other, and as human beings we are perhaps more appreciative of the simpler things in life and the things we take for granted. READ MORE
Posted on by Daniel B- Mobivate - Director of Mobipay.
Face to face business is starting to make a comeback, but what will it look like? Keep reading and learn more about the return of face to face business here. READ MORE
There are things we simply cannot do without! Some things we cannot survive without and some we just need for an enhanced, better life. Things that make our day to day more manageable and less tiresome. READ MORE
Posted on by Taylor Altman- Mobivate - Devops Manager.
Have you ever asked yourself the question: what is SMS marketing? Read our ultimate guide to learn everything that there is to know on the subject. READ MORE
Posted on by Hashaem R- Mobivate - Sales Account Manager.
Reality television has exploded onto our screens. The voyeuristic intent offered up by cameras and microphones invading, homes, stages, dates, kitchens and even jungles seems to be an ever-growing media opportunity that TV execs simply cannot stay away from.
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Mobile marketing is an excellent way to promote your business and build relationships. To learn why it's important to send bulk SMS texts, click here.
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Whether encouraging committed customer loyalty, driving sales, or providing enhanced benefit to bigger customers, the concept of the bulk purchase or volume-based approach is one that has been adopted by marketers since the earliest days of insight led customer intelligence.
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Are you looking for ways to create a winning bulk SMS marketing strategy that will yield impressive results? Read on to find out how to do this. READ MORE
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Increasingly the world we live in is offering up choices and these choices say a lot about who we are, what we are, and potentially where our moral compass sits. Offering the individual choices as to the decisions they make essentially deflects the responsibility from those in control and places it firmly on the shoulders of the individual.
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Posted on by Taylor A - Mobivate - Technical Support Executive.
Have we as a society become complacent in our dining habits?
Dining out with friends and family used to be a treat, something we put in our diaries, planned and looked forward to.
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Posted on by Daniel B - Mobivate - Director MobiPay.
Looking for the best place for low cost bulk SMS? At Mobivate, not only will you find low cost bulk SMS, but also fantastic service and appreciation.
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Text messages can be reliable marketing tools if you know what can hinder your progress. Here are common SMS marketing mistakes and how to avoid them.
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Posted on by Taylor A - Mobivate - Technical Suppoer Executive.
In 1936 British film makers Harry Watt and Basil Wright directed and produced what was to become one of the most iconic films of our time. This film was different however, it did not star Clarke Gable the Tom Cruise of the era or even Catherine Hepburn or Bette Davis as female leads. The lead in this film was a steam train.
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What we witness and what we share through our mobile devices has taken on greater importance and consequence. We live in a society within which a simple text, SMS or WhatsApp message has the power to not only order a pizza, book a haircut or confirm log in details.
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Posted on by Taylor A - Mobivate - Technical Support executive.
SMS text marketing allows businesses to connect with customers directly through short messages. Learn how to craft effective marketing messages that convert.
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Posted on by Stefan B - Mobivate - Account Manager.
Habit is something defined as a routine behaviour that is repeated regularly and tends to occur subconsciously. As the years pass us by so do the number of habits we have, these habits become more dominant and are often dictated by our lifestyles and circumstances.
Circumstances change however and as such so do our lifestyles, when this happens are, we more or less likely to consider new habits and ditch old ones.
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SMS marketing is a great way to grow your startup, but what are some strategies? This guide explains 3 ways startup companies can use SMS marketing. READ MORE
Posted on by Stefan B - Mobivate - Account Manager.
We are living longer, gone are the days when middle age was considered to be somewhere in the 40s. As science and medicine progress so does the life expectancy of the average human being. Diet and exercise and an awakening surrounding the significance of mental health have all contributed to people living longer. The question that needs answering however is one around the contribution we make to society in this extra time we are being given. As human beings can we contribute as much to positive change and influence in the latter years of our life or are these extra years superfluous and meant to be spent sitting on a bench in the park. READ MORE
Posted on by Daniel B - Mobivate - Director MobiPay.
Is an obsession something we obsess over , something we long for, or something we can’t be without or all of the aforementioned ? Too often in society referring to someone as being obsessed has negative connotations, whereas some may argue that the line between dedication and obsession is very fine and that in order to be successful and to rise above the average a modicum of obsession is required. READ MORE
Posted on by Taylor Altman - Mobivate - Technical Support Executive.
Tis the season to be jolly, tra la la la la la or so the carol goes. I think most would agree that trying to feel jolly about anything 2020 related is a big ask and that a Christmas coming at the back end of a pretty awful year will be challenging to enjoy. READ MORE
Posted on by Cristina T - Mobivate - Account manager
What if your marketing strategy was basically just messages in bottles? When done right, SMS marketing is one of the greatest ways to build your brand and boost your bottom line. But if your customers aren't actually reading the messages, then you need to change your approach. READ MORE
Posted on by Stefan B - Mobivate - Account manager
A Relationship can be a strange thing, especially relationships that play out in the public domain. It’s great to feel a part of something, a union, a pairing a special dynamic that empowers an individual and endorses one’s behavior. What we do not do however is deliver a running commentary on the relationship to the rest of our family and friends, especially when that relationship is running into trouble. READ MORE
Posted on by Cristina T - Mobivate - Account manager
Six months in and the UK is still a country feeling its way in the dark. The clarity on how to behave when a deadly respiratory virus attacks humankind with such veracity is still a topic of much debate. From the halls of Westminster to the corridors of local primary schools everyone has an opinion and these opinions vary largely depending on one’s own social and economic perspective, as well as one’s appetite for risk
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What if your best marketing tool fits right in the palm of your hand?
Low-cost bulk SMS marketing is still very effective for just about every business. Unfortunately, many businesses don't know how to make the most out of this type of marketing.
Wondering how your own business should approach SMS marketing? Keep reading to discover the answer!
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As society stumbles and fumbles its way back to some kind of normality, we begin to realize that life as it was, the life we knew and were comfortable with is a far better option to the one we have had to endure for the last six months. The sharp slap in face which awakens us to everything we took for granted is not dissimilar to the rude awakening that punches us in the belly when we realize how much we prefer the company of our ex as opposed to the company of our current partner. READ MORE
Posted on by Taylor A - Mobivate - Technical executive
This has not been a normal year, nothing about it has been what we might have expected when we embarked on 2020 and saw off 2019 almost nine months ago. Every year however one thing remains constant and that is the stream of hungry ambitious students embarking on their final school year with the promise of university and a new academic adventure on the horizon. READ MORE
When working with bulk SMS marketing, just as with anything, the details are all important. In order to get the most out of your bulk SMS, you have to make sure that you include certain elements. So let’s look through a list of tips, tricks, and details that will help you get the most out of your SMS marketing. READ MORE
Posted on by Taylor A - Mobivate - Technical Support Executive.
We do love to go to the movies. The very thought of going to the cinema is something that brightens up most of our days. Let’s face it, going to movies is a process, it begins with deciding who we should go with, this is stage one, we then progress to stage two which is usually what movie we should see? Stage three what cinema complex has the best screen for the identified film as such cinema location needs to be considered and finally stage four is the post cinema decision of dinner or drinks. READ MORE
Posted on by Daniel Balfour - Mobivate - Director MobiPay.
We do love to go to the movies. The very thought of going to the cinema is something that brightens up most of our days. Let’s face it, going to movies is a process, it begins with deciding who we should go with, this is stage one, we then progress to stage two which is usually what movie we should see? Stage three what cinema complex has the best screen for the identified film as such cinema location needs to be considered and finally stage four is the post cinema decision of dinner or drinks. READ MORE
Posted on by Stefan Bailey- Mobivate - Account Manager
Are you organising a text to give campaign to make it easier for people to donate to your cause? Read on to learn about mobile donations and how to set it up. READ MORE
Posted on by Stefan Bailey- Mobivate - Account Manager
Escapism is an incredible phenomenon. To delve into recreational pursuits can both serve as a form of relaxation and an alternative way to stimulate the mind. In the enclosing contexts of the Covid-19 pandemic, people have turned books, TV, indoor exercise, and gaming to feed such stimulation. The latter has had a considerable impact on the overall digital industry in recent years. READ MORE
Posted on by Stefan Bailey- Mobivate - Account Manager
Things are starting to return to the way they were, and as much as that seems exciting and overdue, a lot of what we are going to be doing and experiencing will be at a distance perhaps two meters perhaps one but certainly at a distance. READ MORE
Posted on by Taylor A – Mobivate - Technical Support Executive
Everything is changing and some things have changed forever. Is mobile billing for adult services the logical addition to your adult business during lockdown? READ MORE
Posted on by Cristina Trujillo – Mobivate - Senior Account Manager
The world has been forced to adapt to a 'new normal' at a record pace due to the Covid-19 pandemic. This has resulted in some major changes to the way we adapt, live and conduct business. READ MORE
Posted on by Daniel Balfour - Mobivate - Director MobiPay.
One thing we can be certain of in this new world is that things will never be the same and the way we interact with friends, family and business colleagues will take on a totally new dimension. We have most definitely learnt through the Covid-19 experience that although we miss human interaction as a society, we can still get things done. READ MORE
Last week, I shared a few innovative ideas for bulk SMS marketing. But SMS has so much potential that we were just able to cover the surface. So, let’s look into some more great ideas that tap into the potential of SMS and boost the success of your business.
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We are being told to keep our distance, we are being told to stay at home, we are being told to
change the way we communicate with each other, we are being instructed to carry out what appears to be
foreign and unfamiliar behavior patterns to save lives and protect a health service on its knees and yet we
complain how difficult this is and what an invasive and uncomfortable intrusion this is on our lives. Why?
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We always knew and have always known, that our mobile phones are what keep us connected. Whether
its SMS, WhatsApp, email, TIK TOK Twitter or yes even voice there is a certain sense of security knowing we
can stay in touch. Fast forward 2020 and the world is gripped by the single biggest threat since world war 2
and people need to stay in touch without touch.
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On a northern line train running from Edgware through to Charing Cross I was taken by two things,
the total metropolitan and cosmopolitan feel of London. London is a truly a global city, and the amazing and
exciting thing about riding the tube and taking public transport is that we can immerse ourselves in it. No
two people on my Northern line train appeared to originate from the same country. The other very noticeable
thing is that everyone was using a mobile device.
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The UK may finally have seen the end of what has turned out to be a laborious 3 years which has
culminated in a 3rd general election in the last five. The Constant uncertainty surrounding the political
future of the nation has kept dinner conversation heated, office chat stimulating and in some cases pillow
talk interesting. One thing is for certain, where there is opinion, where there is debate and where there is
argument there is always room for a vote. Mobivate and the author think it would be interesting to look at
the impact of the simple SMS and its impact on voting and voting patterns, timing is everything do you
agree? – text your answer to …………
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Mobile billing. It’s been around forever. Whether you’ve used the service yourself, or just
received deals that gave you the option, you’ve run into it before. But, despite the fact that mobile
billing has been out there longer than most other modern billing options, it’s only now hitting its heyday.
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Much has been said about the ability to view things clearly, start afresh or consider new
opportunities when embarking on a new year. The question facing business is whether human behavior has the
same levels of motivation for business change as it does for personal change and enhancement? A new broom
sweeps clean as they say, do business owners have the confidence to adopt new strategies whilst disposing of
old legacy processes which may have been slowly degrading the effectiveness of their business success. It is
often harder and more difficult to embark on business change as the saying goes, too many cooks spoil the
broth and the decision-making process is cumbersome and complex, whereas a personal decision is just that
personal and not dependent on multiple influencers and stakeholders.
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The world of eCommerce today is aggressive and competitive. There’s no doubt about that. But one of
the great things is that this competition has become customer-centred. Your customers want quick, high
quality responses and prompt results. We want it now, how and when we want it, with good information to back
our decisions. And the thing is, with the tools and technology available for all businesses regardless of
size, you can provide this for your customers.
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Daniel Balfour and Cristina Trujillo from our MobiPay division discuss the opportunities for mobile
payments and mobile money in Africa. Mobipay solutions provide mobile billing and Direct Carrier Billing
(DCB) in South Africa, Kenya, Ghana and the UK.
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SMS marketing has been around for a while now, and with the explosion of online marketing trends
and ecommerce, you may be wondering if it’s even worth it to include it in your campaign. Short answer:
absolutely. In fact, bulk SMS marketing is rapidly becoming one of the most preferred marketing channels
worldwide. It’s a great way to expand your marketing presence through multiple channels and reach customers
more effectively than with any other method.
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We live in an age where mature and established do not guarantee value and return on investment.
Gone are the days when because an organization was large, had been around for a long time, and had a massive
database of existing customers that this would mean they were the only option as a supplier. In todays
connected digital economy and, in an environment, which grows ever more competitive, opportunity grows
rapidly for smaller hungrier and more agile businesses to erode the monopolies previously held by legacy
monoliths. Smaller businesses will succeed and champion the role as challengers in their field. This could
not be more evident than in the telecommunications industry a fast moving digitally driven sector now at the
cusp of a challenger revolution.
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By now, you already know that bulk text messaging is one of the best ways to reach out to your
clients and get your products or services out there cheaply. And this is more true than ever in 2019. Mass
texting is still the fastest way to reach your clients, has a 90% open rate, and has the highest penetration
levels of all forms of advertisement. Customers tend to trust your business more when it offers SMS
capabilities, and more than 90% will tend to opt in to brand-based messages.
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Anyone underestimating the impact and effect that the SMS has on our daily lives will be in for a
surprise. We do not realise just how much we have come to depend on the ping our hand held device delivers
and the sheer scale and power of communication is shares. In any given day we may receive a selection of
messages that not only allow us to communicate with our peers, but also messages that will help shape and
drive our day.
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Ok, so you’re sold. You know you want to make bulk SMS marketing a part of your business strategy.
What’s the next step? Are all service provider’s created equal? And if not, how do you choose the one that’s
right for you?
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Mobile billing has been expanding steadily alongside the digital explosion transforming every
aspect of sales and communication, and it shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, the trend is picking up
steam, making it more important than ever to work with a bulk SMS service provider for your business.
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Some of us are long enough in the tooth to remember the launch of that revolutionarily technology
the fax machine. That very same technology that is now pretty much obsolete. Many an office has a fax
machine and probably a box of fax roll on a shelf in a storeroom gathering dust.
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When a technology becomes so commoditized that getting through the day without it seems implausible it becomes a little harder to take a backward step and look at the lighter side of its value. Not many people sit back and consider interesting facts about water gas and electricity as a utility or even in a more contemporary environment the strange ways in which WIFI has impacted our day-to-day lives.
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From time to time an industry is optimized by renewed functionality that awakens an already robust environment empowering renewed engagement and driving significant revenue growth.
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Bulk SMS marketing is one of the cheapest and most effective ways to reach your entire client base.
And it can have amazing results – if you do it right. One of the big keys is that it is focused on clients
that have a preexisting relationship with you. You already know that they want your product or service.
They’ve been working with you already, so you know that they have interest in what you have to offer.
Perhaps they’ve opted in after a previous purchase or after exploring your site. Either way, this interest
gives you and edge and a chance to make the most of the connection.
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It takes a lot to keep up with the digital age. Social media marketing, mobile-friendly sites,
continually evolving SEO techniques. Another great business tool is the virtual phone number. In many ways,
it’s much like a standard phone number. It allows interested parties to reach you by phone, lets them use
their favourite mobile device to reach out and purchase your product or service. The great thing is that
virtual phone numbers offer several added benefits.
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Since smartphones came on the scene, the market has been filled with a wide variety of payment
solutions. Credit and debit cards are a classic, which earns them a good bit of trust. But they're just the
beginning. Mobile wallets are becoming more popular, and other solutions like iDeal and NFC are on the rise.
But there's another relatively traditional mobile payment option that has a strong history but is only now
beginning to gain real popularity. This is Direct Carrier Billing, or DCB.
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Communicating with our customers and prospective customers in a manner that encourages engagement,
whether transactional, committal or reactionary is the Holy Grail when budgets are tight.
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In the digital world that envelopes us, and with the abundance of multi media messages being
rocketed around the ether, the challenge facing business marketers is not what to say or who to say it to,
but how to land it.
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How many times have you received an email, and then just mark it read? You know the ones I'm
talking about. Those emails that look like they're from somebody trying to sell you something. Now think
about your texts. How many unread texts do you have on your phone at this very moment?
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The face of online advertising is changing every day. Each day, we see changes in how buyers
connect with sellers, how consumers connect with businesses. The digital era brings us ever closer to the
point where online sales tip the balance and become more prevalent than physical sales. But the key to all
of this is marketing. If customers don't know you're there, they can't buy from you. That's why bulk SMS is
the key to the future. It's the center of mobile marketing strategy, an essential step in making your
product visible to those that want to buy it.
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Marketing is, hands down, the most important aspect of any business. After all, if people don't
know you're out there, they won't be able to purchase your products or services. But, with such a wide range
of different marketing mediums available, where is your money best spent?
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Text messaging marketing is one of the most important components to a successful advertising
campaign. Mobile bulk SMS can reach everyone with a mobile phone. That means more than half the people on
the planet, and more every day. Plus, recent statistics show that 98% of all text messages are opened. This
means that you reach more people with SMS marketing than any other form of advertisement. You can also set
the messages to send in different languages, showcase your brand and special offers, and gather information
to refine your message for your target audience.
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A successful online advertising campaign in the current digital world incorporates a number of
different elements. You're probably already familiar with many of these: email campaigns, link building,
SEO, websites, banners and display ads, social media. And, if you know a thing or two about internet
marketing, you also know the importance of SMS marketing. SMS, or bulk text messaging, lets you send out
brief messages to clients through their mobile phones. Premium SMS can be used to inform customers of new
deals or products, reach new clients, and tailor your advertisement to a target demographic.
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Unlike email, which is a useful business tool, SMS is a very personal platform, and most bulk SMS
platforms allow senders to capitalize on this personalization by tailoring content to specific individuals,
industries and social environments.
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Utilizing text messages is a powerful way to turn leads into paying customers. We're showing you
how to send bulk SMS messages that actually convert!
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One of the best ways to engage with customers is through SMS marketing. Click here to learn the 10
best SMS marketing tips for better business.
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Most millennials spend a good chunk of time on their phones, which is one reason why bulk text
marketing works for reaching them. Learn more here!
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SMS marketing is becoming a great way to reach customers. Now is the perfect time to get involved.
Read here for Bulk SMS Marketing trends to follow in 2017.
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Texting is one of the quickest and easiest ways to communicate, but it can also be one of the
quickest and easiest ways to earn money for your business.
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Make sure your mobile marketing campaigns are strategically created! We're sharing how to develop a
successful mobile marketing campaign here! Enjoy!
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You don't need to be a large business to benefit from or use text marketing! We're sharing the 10
benefits of text marketing and bulk SMS in this post!
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In an age where mobiles and smartphones are always an arms length away there is no greater way to improve
your business than with mobile marketing. By adopting a Bulk text messaging approach either as a
stand-alone tool or as part of your multichannel strategy you can reach your clients anywhere, anytime.
Here are 5 benefits of adopting a mobile marketing campaign within your business.
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Mobile marketing is quickly becoming a messaging go-to for many businesses as either a direct marketing
channel or as part of a multi-channel approach. With so many people owning mobile phones, SMS excels as
an effective communication tool. Here are 5 reasons why your customers want you to use SMS texts for
your marketing campaigns.
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In recent times SMS has gained in popularity and now companies and individuals all over the world send
SMS all day everyday! Now, as one of the most powerful and effective tools of communication available,
it is easier than ever to send Bulk SMS from a pc- a type of online texting- to multiple mobile phone
handsets simultaneously. There are many different texting campaigns to benefit from, such as greeting
messages, notifications or marketing and transactional campaigns. It is important to choose the right
one for your business and convey the perfect message to make use of this very present communication
channel.
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In 2008 British surgeon David Nott performed a life-saving operation on a wounded teenager whilst
volunteering in Congo. He received step-by-step instructions on how to perform the surgery from a
colleague via text message. The operation was successful.
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Starting out as a simple festive greeting in the wintery UK in December 1992, SMS messaging has blossomed
and is now one of our staple communication channels. Our go-to for a quick response, whether it's a
simple yes/no, wishing your friend a happy birthday or letting someone know you're running late. It's
hard to think where we'd be without it.
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