If you're still flying by the seat of your pants with your school's content strategy, congratulations—you're making life unnecessarily difficult. At a time when parents are researching schools with the same intensity they'd investigate a surgeon, having a structured content approach isn't just nice—it's necessary.
Private schools that implement a strategic content calendar consistently see increased engagement across their marketing channels and significant reductions in time spent on content creation. Schools with consistent content planning also tend to convert more website visitors into genuine inquiries. Let's face it - organization breeds results. Whether you're looking to revamp your existing strategy or starting from scratch, this guide will walk you through creating a content calendar that works as hard as your admissions team.
While some schools focus exclusively on local marketing tactics like school marketing in Chicago, IL, the most successful institutions take a comprehensive approach that balances local outreach with broader brand positioning.
Written By: Adam Bennett | March 10, 2025
Adam is the president and founder of Cube Creative Design and specializes in private school marketing. Since starting the business in 2005, he has created individual relationships with clients in Western North Carolina and across the United States. He places great value on the needs, expectations, and goals of the client.
Let's get real about social media marketing for pest control. While other guides give you the basics, I'm going to share what's actually working right now for pest control companies. After managing social media for multiple pest control brands, I've learned exactly what drives engagement, how to attract new leads, and most importantly - actual bookings.
Written By: Hannah Kilpatrick | March 10, 2025
Hannah Kilpatrick Cube Creative DesignHannah Kilpatrick graduated from Western Carolina University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a Minor in Marketing and a Concentration in Public Relations. She has been around social media since its creation. (Meaning, she was in the first grade when Facebook became available to the general public.) As our very own professional Gen-Z, Hannah is a whiz when it comes to social media creation and paid advertising.
Let's be real - as a home service business owner, you've probably got mixed feelings about social media marketing. Maybe you've tried posting a few times and got crickets. Maybe you're wondering if your customers even use social media to find services like yours. Or maybe you're just too busy actually running your business to figure out yet another marketing channel.
Here's the thing: social media isn't just for influencers posting about their morning coffee or the latest dance trends. It's become a crucial tool for local businesses to connect with customers, showcase their work, and, yes - actually book more jobs. In fact, nearly 7 out of 10 consumers rely on reviews for local businesses, according to BrightLocal.
This guide cuts through the fluff and focuses on what actually works for home service businesses on social media. There is no fancy jargon, no complicated strategies—just practical steps to help you build a social media presence that brings in real leads and customers.
Written By: Hannah Kilpatrick | March 10, 2025
Hannah Kilpatrick Cube Creative DesignHannah Kilpatrick graduated from Western Carolina University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a Minor in Marketing and a Concentration in Public Relations. She has been around social media since its creation. (Meaning, she was in the first grade when Facebook became available to the general public.) As our very own professional Gen-Z, Hannah is a whiz when it comes to social media creation and paid advertising.
Let's be honest - when you're knee-deep in an emergency plumbing call at 3 AM or racing to fix Mrs. Johnson's AC during the hottest day of summer, writing a mission statement is probably the last thing on your mind. Who has time for business planning when you're busy keeping the phones ringing and putting out fires (hopefully not literal ones)?
But here's the thing: while you're focused on the daily grind of running your home service business, your competitors are building brands that customers remember. And no, slapping "Quality Service, Fair Prices" on your truck wrap isn't exactly breaking new ground in the industry.
Your mission statement isn't just some corporate buzzword bingo - it's the foundation that guides everything from how your technicians treat customers to how you position your company in an increasingly crowded market. Plus, it gives you something better to say than "uh, we fix stuff" when your kid asks what you do for a living.
Written By: Adam Bennett | March 10, 2025
Adam is the president and founder of Cube Creative Design and specializes in private school marketing. Since starting the business in 2005, he has created individual relationships with clients in Western North Carolina and across the United States. He places great value on the needs, expectations, and goals of the client.
Are you wondering how to boost your sales? Perhaps your business exists in a highly competitive market, or you've hit a plateau in sales recently. While there are several sales strategies you can try, few have the potential to boost your sales as much as gaining an understanding of consumer behavior.
When applied correctly, an understanding of consumer behavior helps businesses make more intelligent decisions that boost sales while reducing costs. In this article, we'll explore how this works and how you can apply it to your business.
As temperatures rise, so do pest populations—and customer inquiries. Spring represents the perfect storm for pest control companies: warming weather awakens dormant pests while homeowners emerge from their own winter hibernation, ready to address household issues. This seasonal alignment creates the ideal marketing opportunity that can set the tone for your entire year's success.
The pest control industry sees a predictable surge in demand each spring, but capturing market share requires more than simply opening your doors. A strategic marketing approach during this critical season can help you not only attract immediate business but also establish recurring revenue streams that continue throughout the year.
This guide will help you develop a comprehensive spring marketing strategy that leverages seasonal triggers, targets the right audiences, and deploys effective tactics across multiple channels. Whether you're looking to spray away the competition or ensure your business doesn't get bugged by missed opportunities, these strategies will help your pest control business thrive when it matters most.
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | March 05, 2025
Chad is our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.
Let's face it – running a pest control business means you're great at eliminating unwanted visitors but attracting the right ones (customers, that is) can feel like trying to catch a greased rodent. While your competitors might be scrambling like cockroaches when the lights come on, you're about to learn how to make your marketing strategy as targeted as your most effective pest treatments.
Here's the thing: in today's digital world, having the best pest control service isn't enough. You need a marketing approach that works as hard as you do – one that doesn't just catch customers' attention but keeps them coming back. Whether you're an established exterminator looking to expand your territory or a startup ready to make your mark in the industry, this comprehensive guide will help you build a customer base that's more loyal than a colony of termites (but significantly better for business).
What's eating away at your growth potential? Let's squash those marketing challenges and transform your pest control business into the go-to solution in your service area.
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | March 05, 2025
Chad is our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.
It's 2 AM on a brutally cold Sunday morning when the temperature suddenly plunges to record lows. While most of the city sleeps, two equally skilled plumbers are about to learn a valuable lesson about modern business – and one of them is going to make significantly more money.
Meet Mario and Luigi, two brothers who've been in the plumbing business for over a decade. Both are exceptional at their craft, have stellar reputations, and keep their customers happy. Mario, the older brother, prides himself on his word-of-mouth reputation and active Facebook page. He posts regularly, shares customer reviews, and even dabbles in local Facebook groups. Luigi, while just as traditional in his service approach, made one small additional investment: a basic business website.
As the temperature drops well below freezing, pipes across the city begin to burst. Dozens of panicked homeowners, woken by the sound of water spraying from frozen pipes or finding their water isn't running at all, grab their phones. Their frantic Google searches for "emergency plumber near me" and "24/7 plumbing service" light up the night.
Here's where our tale gets interesting.
Written By: Adam Bennett | March 05, 2025
Adam is the president and founder of Cube Creative Design and specializes in private school marketing. Since starting the business in 2005, he has created individual relationships with clients in Western North Carolina and across the United States. He places great value on the needs, expectations, and goals of the client.
It's 10:30 AM. You're already on your third service call of the day when your phone buzzes. Another customer asking the same question you've answered three times this week: "How do I know if this is really an emergency?"
You pull into your next job, thinking about all the calls you could avoid if people just knew the basics. The simple stuff. The things that are second nature to you but mysteries to your customers.
Meanwhile, across town, your competitor just posted their third "how-to" video this week. Their phone is ringing. Their videos are showing up when your potential customers search for help. And here you are, with all that knowledge locked in your head, still planning to "get around to video marketing someday."
Written By: Adam Bennett | March 05, 2025
Adam is the president and founder of Cube Creative Design and specializes in private school marketing. Since starting the business in 2005, he has created individual relationships with clients in Western North Carolina and across the United States. He places great value on the needs, expectations, and goals of the client.
In today's competitive educational environment, private schools must leverage strategic digital marketing to stand out. With countless educational options available to families, establishing a distinctive online presence is no longer optional—it's essential for survival and growth.
Effective private school marketing requires a nuanced understanding of both the educational landscape and the digital platforms that resonate with your target audiences. Today's parents and students begin their educational journey online, researching options long before scheduling tours or attending open houses. For specialized regional approaches, some schools, such as those in Brooklyn, NY, might consider targeted strategies to reach specific communities.
This guide breaks down effective platform-specific strategies that private schools can implement to enhance visibility, engagement, and conversion rates across major social networks.
Written By: Hannah Kilpatrick | March 05, 2025
Hannah Kilpatrick Cube Creative DesignHannah Kilpatrick graduated from Western Carolina University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a Minor in Marketing and a Concentration in Public Relations. She has been around social media since its creation. (Meaning, she was in the first grade when Facebook became available to the general public.) As our very own professional Gen-Z, Hannah is a whiz when it comes to social media creation and paid advertising.
In the competitive world of digital marketing, choosing the right agency partner can make or break your business's online success. A recent story from a pest control company serves as a powerful reminder of what's at stake when making this crucial decision.
Written By: Adam Bennett | March 03, 2025
Adam is the president and founder of Cube Creative Design and specializes in private school marketing. Since starting the business in 2005, he has created individual relationships with clients in Western North Carolina and across the United States. He places great value on the needs, expectations, and goals of the client.
Sarah Martinez stands in her kitchen, staring at the growing water stain on her ceiling. Between juggling her work-from-home schedule and getting the kids to soccer practice, this is the last thing she needs. Like 97% of homeowners these days, her first move is to pull out her phone and search "reliable plumber near me."
Here's the question that could make or break your business: When Sarah (and countless homeowners like her) searches for help, will she find your company or your competitor's?
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | March 03, 2025
Chad is our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.