Digital Marketing & Customer Acquisition Flashcards

What is the main goal of digital marketing?

Answer: Attract and convert customers online.

The main goal of digital marketing is to leverage online channels and strategies to attract potential customers and guide them through the sales funnel. This involves activities like SEO, social media marketing, email marketing, and paid advertising, all aimed at increasing brand visibility, engaging audiences, and ultimately driving online sales and conversions.

Which platform is popular for paid social media advertising?

Answer: Facebook Ads

Facebook Ads (now Meta Ads) is a highly popular and effective platform for paid social media advertising. It offers extensive targeting capabilities, allowing businesses to reach specific demographics, interests, and behaviors across Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and Audience Network. This broad reach and precise targeting make it a go-to for many ecommerce businesses seeking to attract customers.

What does PPC stand for in online advertising?

Answer: Pay-Per-Click

PPC stands for Pay-Per-Click in online advertising. It is an advertising model where advertisers pay a fee each time one of their ads is clicked. This allows businesses to drive targeted traffic to their websites, and they only incur costs when a user actively engages with their advertisement, making it a measurable and controllable marketing strategy.

Which metric measures the cost to acquire one customer?

Answer: Customer Acquisition Cost

Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) is a key metric that measures the total cost associated with convincing a potential customer to buy a product or service. It includes all marketing and sales expenses divided by the number of new customers acquired over a specific period. Understanding CAC is crucial for evaluating marketing effectiveness and profitability in ecommerce.

What is SEO?

Answer: Search Engine Optimization

SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization. It is the practice of increasing the quantity and quality of traffic to your website through organic search engine results. By optimizing website content and technical aspects, businesses can improve their visibility on search engines like Google, attracting more potential customers to their online store without direct advertising costs.

Which email marketing tool is widely used?

Answer: Mailchimp

Mailchimp is a widely recognized and popular email marketing tool, especially among small to medium-sized businesses. It offers features for creating email campaigns, managing subscriber lists, automating emails, and analyzing campaign performance. Its user-friendly interface and robust features make it a go-to for ecommerce email marketing strategies.

What is a key benefit of content marketing?

Answer: Builds trust and engagement

A key benefit of content marketing is its ability to build trust and foster engagement with an audience. By providing valuable, relevant, and consistent content, businesses can establish themselves as industry authorities and connect with customers on a deeper level. This long-term strategy helps nurture leads and cultivate customer loyalty, leading to sustained sales.

Which social media platform is best for professional B2B marketing?

Answer: LinkedIn

LinkedIn is the premier social media platform for professional B2B (business-to-business) marketing. It allows businesses to connect with other professionals, share industry insights, recruit talent, and generate leads through targeted advertising and content sharing. Its professional focus makes it ideal for reaching decision-makers and building valuable business relationships.

What does CTR stand for in digital marketing?

Answer: Click-Through Rate

CTR stands for Click-Through Rate in digital marketing. It is a metric that measures the percentage of people who click on an advertisement or a link after seeing it. A higher CTR indicates that the ad or link is compelling and relevant to the audience, making it a crucial indicator of campaign performance and effectiveness in attracting user engagement.