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Lead Generation in 2025 – Winning the Dogfight with Smarter Strategies

Lead Generation in 2025 The world of Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising is evolving at jet speed. As businesses gear up for Lead Generation in 2025, leveraging PPC effectively will require more precision, strategy, and adaptability than ever before. Gone are the days of treating PPC as a “set it and forget it” tactic. Success now demands a cohesive approach, pairing PPC with other marketing channels and ensuring every click lands on a high-performing runway — your landing page. [Wingman’s own David Daigle, Chief AI & Digital Officer will be Speaker at Ultimate Lead Generation Summit on

Buyer Criteria – The Psychology Behind Purchasing Decisions

Understanding buyer criteria – why people buy what they buy – is crucial for businesses aiming to connect deeply with their audience, increase sales, and build long-term relationships. Emotional drivers often outweigh rational factors in purchasing decisions, which makes it vital to craft content and strategies that address both psychological and logical triggers. Emotional Drivers of Purchase Decisions Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) The fear of missing out, or FOMO, is one of the most influential psychological triggers in modern marketing. In today’s hyperconnected world, the fear of being left behind drives consumer behavior.

5 Digital Marketing Trends in 2021

Let’s be honest—2020 has been a crazy year for everyone. COVID-19 has brought changes to our lives, to society, and how we handle our business. The global pandemic has—quite literally—permanently shifted the views of our peers alike. Consumers are turning to digital mediums as an

12 Days of Christmas: Holiday Marketing Ideas for Small Businesses

Ah, the holidays… The happiest time of year filled with fun, family, friends, food… and stress. And let’s face it: the stress is only magnified for small business owners like you. If the past few months are any indication, everyone will still be buttoning up

What Does Your Branding Say About Your Business?

Look at your business’ branding for a moment. Is it made up of different colours, logos, and voices? What do you think your branding says about your business? To be clear, your brand and your branding are two separate things. You have 100% control over

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8.5 Ways to Budget Your Marketing for 2021

Since the new year is almost upon us [and 2020 can’t end soon enough, eh? 😉 ], we at Wingman thought we would itemize a few of the more common marketing budget strategies to assist you in getting your 2021 marketing books in order. If

Small Business Owner vs. Entrepreneur: Which One Are You?

By David Daigle, Crew Chief at Wingman Direct Marketing This week is Calgary Small Business Week. Yesterday, through the Calgary Chamber of Commerce, I had the privilege of presenting a workshop to fellow small business leaders on the topic of Marketing Strategy: Back to the Basics. It was an extremely

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Five ways WMDM uses ‘Wingmanning’ to Have your Back

In a 2019 GQ article, author Sophia Benoit described “How to be a good Wingman.” Movies portray the Wingman assisting their friend in their pursuit of someone they find attractive. Wingman Direct Marketing (WMDM) favours the flight terminology that defines “Wingman” as a pilot who supports

Let’s Talk Colour – Designing for Online and Offline Mediums (Part 2)

In last week’s blog, we explained the differences between offline, print-oriented colour frameworks (PMS and CMYK) and online, screen colour frameworks (RGB and HEX). We also covered when to use each of them. But what if you are designing for both online AND offline? Colour needs to

Let’s Talk Colour – What’s the Difference between RGB, CMYK, HEX and PMS? (Part 1)

One of the first steps in every brand development project for a client is the generation of a powerful and meaningful colour palette. Colour is a very important part of your branding. It’s often the first thing someone will remember about a brand and plays a huge part in

10 Voice Search Statistics Businesses Need to Know in 2020

The world has seen some massive shifts in 2020, but when it comes to the world of search this year, no other segment has grown larger than voice search. So, it is official: we talk to computers and computers talk to us back. We tell

Google Will Be Killing Third Party Cookies by 2022 on Chrome. What You Need to Know.

Google has announced recently that Chrome, Google’s cross-platform web browser, will completely restrict the use of third-party cookies by 2022. Thankfully, they have decided to phase it out slowly instead of an instant switch. Of course, Google isn’t the first internet browser to do so. With Mozilla’s Enhanced Tracking

6 Months of Seasonal Marketing Ideas (Part 2)

Yup, you smelled correctly. That is definitely pumpkin spice in the air. How can your business take advantage of the seasons to prop up your campaigns? There is an almost limitless number of upcoming special days to make your Fall and Winter seasonal marketing campaigns timely. We

SEM 101 Part 4: Low-Intent and Competitor Keyword Campaigns

Low-intent and Competitor Keyword Campaigns is is the fourth and final part of our SEM 101 blog series! Looking for the other parts? You can find them below: Part 1: Keyword, CPC, CTR, and More: Your 101 Guide to Search Engine Marketing Part 2: SEM

3 Years as a Startup: 10 Tips for Entrepreneurs That We’ve Learned

From David Daigle, Crew Chief at Wingman Direct Marketing (WMDM) Three years ago, I wrote on my personal Facebook wall (do they still call it that?), that my “One Day” has officially become “Day One.” I became an entrepreneur. On August 9, 2017, I incorporated my business, making

SEM 101 Part 3: Branded and High-Intent Keyword Campaigns

This is Part 3 of our Search Engine Marketing (SEM) series which will focus on branded and high-intent keyword campaigns. If you’re just joining us now, you can find the other parts here: Part 1: Keyword, CPC, CTR, and More: Your 101 Guide to Search

SEM 101 (Part 2): How Does Quality Score Work In Search Engine Marketing? [SEM]

This is part 2 of a 4-part blog series on search engine marketing (SEM). This blog will go over the ins and outs of how quality score works in SEM. You can read any of the other 3 blogs by clicking any of the links

Spring Cleaning Your Digital Presence (in Summer)

Spring 2020 has come and gone. ‘Nuff Said. If you didn’t get around to your spring cleaning last season, no one will hold it against you. However, it is a good idea to review your online presence a couple times a year. In with the new and out with

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Keyword, CPC, CTR, and More: Your 101 Guide to Search Engine Marketing (SEM)

This is a 4-part series on the foundations of search engine marketing (SEM). This one will focus on Keyword, Cost-Per-Click (CPC), Click-Through-Rate (CTR) and more. You can read the other blog parts by following the links below. Part 2: SEM 101 (Part 2): How Does

6 Reasons to Outsource Your Direct Marketing to Wingman Direct

We all want to save money, cut corners here and there to save a buck. However, communicating to your prospects or current customers is not an area you want to miss the mark on. How you communicate to your end recipients has long-lasting—positive or negative—impacts

Wingman DX Blogs: Navigating the Digital Landscape with a Strategy-First Mindset

In the ever-evolving world of digital marketing and transformation, businesses often struggle to connect the dots between tactics and long-term success. At Wingman DX, we’ve published over 100 blogs dissecting the complexities of digital strategy, sharing insights on branding, marketing, and digital adoption. If there’s one takeaway from all our content, it’s this: without a clear strategy, digital efforts become guesswork.

Insights from 100+ Wingman DX Blogs: What We’ve Learned

Through our extensive industry research, real-world case studies, and hands-on experience, we’ve uncovered key themes that drive success in today’s digital-first world:

Digital Transformation is More Than a Buzzword

Businesses that embrace digital adoption—leveraging the right tools, automation, and AI—see measurable growth. It’s not just about using technology; it’s about integrating it into core business processes to drive efficiency and scalability.

Brand Strategy is the Foundation of Marketing

Many businesses focus on marketing tactics without a solid brand strategy. Your brand is more than a logo—it’s the perception, positioning, and messaging that make you stand out. A strong brand strategy aligns every touchpoint with your business goals, ensuring consistency and impact.

Marketing Without Strategy is Just Noise

From PPC to SEO and social media, we’ve explored countless marketing channels. The most successful businesses don’t just run ads—they develop a marketing roadmap that aligns with customer journeys, buyer psychology, and data-driven insights. Tactics come second; strategy comes first.

Content is King, But Context is Queen

Through 100+ blogs, we’ve emphasized the power of storytelling, authenticity, and value-driven content. But great content alone isn’t enough—it needs to be delivered to the right audience, at the right time, on the right platforms to truly convert.

Ready to Elevate Your Digital Strategy?

At Wingman DX, we don’t just execute marketing tactics—we build comprehensive strategies that drive real results. Whether you need digital transformation consulting, brand positioning, or a full-scale marketing strategy, we help businesses turn insights into action.

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Wingman DX Blogs: Navigating the Digital Landscape with a Strategy-First Mindset

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Content is King, But Context is Queen

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