Back in April, we shared a blog that provided a few pointers for crafting the perfect PR pitch. Since we are wonderful people, we’re back again for round two to share a few more PR tips with you. We understand that public relations can be a bit confusing for those who are not in the […]
YES! We love acronyms. WTH. BRB. CTA. TLC. VIP. You’ve probably heard of one of our digital team’s particular favorites: UX. But do you know what is means? User Experience! (Okay, so marketers don’t always like to play by the rules, we realize technically, the acronym would be UE. But who wants to say that?) […]
Beginning your first internship can be intimidating, but it’s crucial for your professional growth. Internships can offer an opportunity for learning and growth outside of the classroom before beginning your first full-time job. Our interns, Drue and Tylee, are totally crushing their internships at 8THIRTYFOUR, so we asked them to share some advice – here […]
If you haven’t met the Chip and Joanna of West Michigan, you’re missing out. The husband and wife duo behind Heartland Builders, Rich and Cindy, have been building custom homes for the greater Grand Rapids community since 1997. HISTORY OF HAPPINESS Heartland Builders is dedicated to ensuring their customers are happy with their new home, […]
Southwest Airlines. YouTube. Starbucks. When you read those brand names, it is safe to assume that many of you may have also thought “Engine explosion that killed a successful businesswoman and mother of two, campus shooting, arrest of African American men for no apparent reason.” While these behemoth brands are popular household names, they are […]
Now that it is 2018, we are basically living in the future, and most people have likely heard the term “influencer” or “social influencer” by now. So, what (or who) is an influencer? Is it Kylie Jenner? Is it the pretty girl that came in 6th place on The Bachelor that somehow convinced you to […]
Google had their annual conference this past week, and they made some big announcements that will affect businesses in the coming years. Here are the three big takeaways that you should be aware of. Google wants you to stop using technology Well not altogether. They announced a series of tools that aim to limit technology […]
We’ve talked plenty on the recent Facebook data scandal, but what about Instagram? Well, since Facebook owns Instagram, the scandal has impacted that platform as well. In light of data concerns, Facebook/Instagram have cut off 3rd party access to key tools and features that we rely heavily on as an agency. Thanks to malicious activity of […]
Patio Season is Here! With Michigan summers being so fleeting, our team spends as much time outdoors as possible as soon as the snow melts. We make it our mission to test every restaurant patio in Grand Rapids. It’s a tough job, but we are up to the task. No need to thank us: around […]
Facebook’s annual developer conferences showcases their latest changes and gives a glimpse into what is next for the social media giant. The 2018 conference was held this week on Tuesday and Wednesday. Things happen so quickly at Facebook that it takes dedication to keep up, and this conference is no exception. There was plenty of […]
