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We updated this post in April, 2025; it was originally published in August, 2020.
Content marketing is the backbone of your marketing strategy.
But in 2025, the game has changed. AI is shaping the landscape, audiences expect hyper-personalized content, and engagement is more important than ever.
No one is interested in seeing your pricing matrix or service options when they’re looking for the answer to a basic question – they’ll probably end up frustrated and bounce from your website.
However, a lead who finds a clear, comprehensive answer to their question or a detailed solution to a problem they didn’t know they had is likely now interested in who you are and what you have to offer.
It tells people who you are and why you should buy from them.
While it’s true content is used to drive sales, the content itself shouldn’t be about sales.
Effective content marketing provides value to your audience.
It should answer a burning question, suggest an intuitive solution, or offer thoughtful insight.
According to the Oxford Dictionaries, content marketing is a type of marketing that involves the creation and sharing of material (such as videos, blogs, and social media posts). It does not explicitly promote a brand, but is intended to stimulate interest in its products or services.
Lead with value, not a sales pitch.
Anyone can jump up and down and yell about how great their business is. This isn’t the time for that.
In 2025, buyers expect:
- AI-powered experiences (think chatbots, interactive tools, and automated insights)
- Short-form video content (because attention spans are shorter than ever)
- Data-driven thought leadership (real stats and analysis, not just opinions)
The more useful your content, the more trust you build. And trust? That turns into long-term relationships.
Why are your services the best? Let your business speak for itself through content.
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Focus on the needs of your target audience, and you’ll position yourself as a trusted advisor.
Consider these questions:
- What are the biggest challenges my clients (or candidates) are facing right now?
- What issues are keeping them up at night?
- What opportunities are they looking to capitalize on… and where do they need help?
- What issues, related to the services you provide, are they most interested in learning about?
- What objections do they typically have about the kinds of products and services I sell?
Move beyond nitty-gritty industry specifics.
Think about the staffing industry. Yes, our core services are temporary and direct-hire staffing – but anyone interested in workforce management could be considered a potential client.
Yes, your company specializes in staffing. But your audience is thinking about the bigger picture:
- How AI and automation are reshaping hiring
- Strategies for boosting retention and engagement
- How economic shifts impact workforce planning
- The future of remote and hybrid work
By expanding your content beyond staffing, you position yourself as a business advisor, not just a service provider.
Offer your readers something different.
At Haley Marketing, we like to stand out and stay top-of-mind. The best way to do that is by offering content no one else does. Take a look at your value-added content, compare it to what others are offering, and make changes accordingly.
Unsure you even have value-added content? Don’t know where to start?
That’s where we come in. We’re committed to helping you succeed – contact us today to get started on a marketing strategy that works best for you.
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