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6 Referral Marketing Mistakes Companies Should Avoid

Referral marketing can be a very cost-effective growth channel when done right. Here are 6 referral marketing mistakes you can easily avoid!

Posted by Emily Heaslip | Mar 12, 2024
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5 Reasons Why You Need Software to Manage Your Referral Marketing

Referral marketing software lets you automate referral tracking and maximize the ROI of your referral campaign through automation. It also gives you critical visibility on performance. See 5 reasons why you need referral program software.

Posted by Emily Heaslip | Mar 12, 2024
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Build vs Buy: Your Referral Program

If you're thinking about launching a refer-a-friend program for your internet business, you may be asking yourself whether it's better to build it in-house, or if it's worth the costs in going with a referral program software.

Posted by Kevin Yun | Mar 11, 2024
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10 Crucial Tips To Promote Your Referral Program to Success

Once you've launched your referral program, it is not enough to sit back and wait for referrals to come in. Getting the message out to your users is critical to successful referral marketing. Learn how to spread the word with these 10 crucial tips.

Posted by Kevin Yun | Mar 11, 2024
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9 Compelling Referral Marketing Statistics You Need To Know

Word-of-mouth marketing reigns supreme when it comes to growth and increasing sales. According to the Word of Mouth Marketing Association (WOMMA), there are more than 2.4 billion brand-related conversations everyday in the United States.

Posted by Kevin Yun | Mar 11, 2024
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How Airbnb's Referral Program Boosted Bookings 300%

The secret to Airbnb's growth is referral marketing. In this blog, we explore 3 key lessons from the Airbnb referral program you can apply to your own campaigns

Posted by Kevin Yun | Mar 11, 2024
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Affiliate vs Referral Programs: A Side-By-Side Comparison

Affiliate and referral marketing programs have 1 shared goal: Getting more customers through incentivized referrals. But they have key differences to note.

Posted by Kevin Yun | Oct 5, 2023
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What Are Brand Champions and How Can You Leverage Them to Win New Customers?

If your competitors have been using brand champions, maybe it's time to do the same. Learn more about brand champions, their importance, and how to leverage them to win new customers.

Posted by Sandra Petrova | Nov 28, 2022
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How to Get Everyone Talking: 3 Effective Tips to Ace Buzz Marketing

In this guide, we’ll share 3 effective tips to get everyone talking about your brand. By following these steps, you’ll be able to generate buzz and increase your chances of success.

Posted by Kevin Yun | Nov 4, 2022