Marketing, Business and Professional Development

  • I Evaluated the 6 Best Food Delivery Software of 2026
    by sshastry@g2.com (Shashank D Shastry) on May 20, 2026 at 9:56 am

    If you're already managing online orders, you don't need another overview of food delivery apps; you need to know which one actually works for your operation.

  • I Evaluated the 8 Best Background Check Software for 2026
    by dmehta@gmail.com (Devyani Mehta) on May 20, 2026 at 9:48 am

    Most companies have background check software these days. It's standard. But just because it's in place doesn't mean it's working well. I've seen HR reps discussing delays that leave candidates waiting for days, confusion over incomplete reports, and processes that require more manual follow-up than they should. And in a hiring environment where speed, compliance, and candidate experience are tantamount, those inefficiencies come at a real cost. That's what led me to explore the best background check software solutions more closely. I looked at G2 reviews, compared top-rated tools, and dug into what HR pros say about the platforms they use every day. Based on my evaluation, the best solutions don't just check the box; they streamline the process, flag matters early, and integrate smoothly with your ATS and onboarding systems. Whether you're searching for the best background check software for small businesses, the top-rated tools for tech startups, or the most reliable systems for large corporations, this list is built to help you compare what matters. After evaluating 20+ tools, the best background check tools I selected are RUN Powered by ADP, Paycom, Checkr, Hireology, Certn, Atlantic Employee Screening, DISA Global Solutions, and Zinc.

  • I Tried 8 Best AI Writing Generators to Assist Writers in 2026
    by ymarudhachalam@g2.com (Yashwathy Marudhachalam) on May 20, 2026 at 9:45 am

    I have used enough AI tools to know that choosing the best AI writing generators isn’t about which one produces the most text. It’s about which one actually fits into your workflow without creating more editing work later. Some tools are great at polishing messy drafts, others help structure ideas, and a few are built to generate marketing-ready content or rewrite existing copy with minimal effort.

Marketing Pointers

  • How to Persuade Your Boss to Send You to Ahrefs Evolve in San Diego
    by Ryan Law on May 20, 2026 at 2:00 pm

    After hosting over 600 marketers for our first US conference last October, we’re returning to San Diego in 2026. Same city, bigger stage, and—dare I say it?—an even better agenda. And there’s only one teeny-tiny little thing standing between you…Read more ›

  • 7 Ways to Automate Content Marketing with Agent A
    by Ryan Law on May 19, 2026 at 10:35 am

    Writing formulaic SEO content, updating old articles, reporting on blog performance, even running complicated performance analyses… these are all things Agent A does for me. Here are some of our favorite Agent A use cases for content marketers. Agent A…Read more ›

  • What Is Content Engineering, and How Do You Do It?
    by Louise Linehan on May 19, 2026 at 8:24 am

    In this post, I’ll cover what content engineering actually is, its core components, whose responsibility it is, and how you can become a fully-fledged Content Engineer. Content engineering is the practice of building the systems that create content, rather than…Read more ›

Is Your Business Scalable?

Scalability is essential for business growth, efficiency, and long-term success. A scalable business model allows companies to meet increasing demands, optimize costs, adapt to changing market dynamics, and attract investment. By constantly evaluating and enhancing scalability, businesses can effectively navigate the ever-changing landscape and achieve sustainable growth.

It Pays to Listen!

 

“Listening” is the number one trait of master networkers. In the social media world “listening” means paying attention, having your antennas up, knowing when and how to respond to what’s going on around you. A good “listener” is better equipped to ride the waves of opportunity as well as avoid the pitfalls of misfortune. As listening skills increase, expect to see an increase in marketing efficiency and a decrease in outcome volatility.

Charge More, Work Less! Thanks, “Branding!”

Did you know that consumers will pay more for a popular brand than a no-name brand? Consumers will also buy a popular brand more often, whether they need it or not. Advertising is understandably required for immediate, direct-action sales, but another important benefit is the long-term branding of your service into the minds of consumers. (more…)