Many years ago, in response to an article I wrote in Marketer magazine, I was emailed by someone who was starting out as an AEC Marketer for an electrical designer/contractor in the Midwest. (NOTE: we refer to marketers in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry as “AEC marketers”). He asked me how you gain the […]
November 12, 2017 by 8 Comments
What Proposal Game Are You Playing?
When it comes to proposals, nobody talks about this. What game are you playing? We could live our life believing that every procurement is the same. Every time we submit a proposal, we are playing our hand in the same game. But that’s delusional. Every procurement is different. That means every time you submit a […]
November 5, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Why Opportunities Pass You By (And What To Do)
“If only I had,” is the most devastating phrase in the English language. We all carry some degree of regret in our hearts. One of the most common traits I see in successful people is that they recognize and capitalize on opportunities. More importantly, they don’t shy away from opportunities that challenge their thinking or […]
October 29, 2017 by 2 Comments
How To Track Relationships When You Don’t Have A CRM
In my last post, I described how to choose the best CRM for your firm. But what if a CRM just isn’t in the cards for you or your firm at the moment? Don’t fret. There’s actually a lot you can do without a CRM. But before we get into that, I want to share with […]
October 22, 2017 by 10 Comments
What’s The Most Appropriate CRM For Your Firm?
Let’s talk about a common question I get, “What’s the right CRM for my firm?” Many, many, firms don’t have a CRM. If you are one of those or you feel your CRM isn’t the best fit…don’t fret. There are many options out there. And I have some advice for those looking to find the […]
August 14, 2017 by 4 Comments
The Counterintuitive Hiring Tactic I Finally Used (To Surprising Success)
Here is the holy grail of hiring marketing or business development staff: “Finding enthusiastic, dedicated, intelligent, hard working, and strategic thinking staff who have the ability, and are willing to listen/learn.” But hiring is a crapshoot. I could argue that the whole hiring process in our country is broken. Luckily, I’ve been taught a somewhat […]
July 31, 2017 by Leave a Comment
What Should Your Presentation Be On?
Three times in one day. “Matt, what should my presentation be on?” Three times in one day, a different person asked me that question. Let’s be honest, it’s a sad state of affairs for presentations these days. Whether it’s at a conference, local event, or on a webinar… …it’s the same tired topics over and […]
June 27, 2017 by 6 Comments
Career Opportunities In Marketing | Marketing Jobs In the A/E Industry
Yes, working in A/E marketing can be a challenging career. So, why do I recommend that recent graduates with marketing, public relations, or journalism degrees pursue this line of work? Well, the more I think about it the more thankful I am that I landed in this industry. If you are looking for career opportunities […]
June 20, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Two Email Marketing Beliefs That Could Be Hurting Your Firm
Many firms send out email marketing campaigns. But there is a question that lingers in many marketers’ minds: “Are we doing it right?” “Right” is a nebulous term. If your goal is to trip and fall, tying your left and right shoe together is the right way to “tie your shoes.” Therefore, whether you […]
May 21, 2017 by 7 Comments
Angry Marketers Respond To That Controversial Blog
Last week, I posted my response to a recent PSMJ blog post that has angered many marketers in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry. PSMJ’s blog post has received significant backlash since Lindsay Diven first brought it to people’s attention through LinkedIn. And my response and call for them to remove the post seemed to […]
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