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Limitations of McKinsey’s 7-S Strategic Planning Framework: Warnings and Implementation Risks
McKinsey’s 7-S framework aligns Strategy, Structure, Systems, Shared Values, Skills, Style, and Staff. While comprehensive and globally credible, it’s rigid, costly, generic, and overly internal. Without tailored analytics and actionable insights, implementation suffers. Carefully consider its limits.

Linda Orr
Jun 618 min read


How to Avoid Wasting $50,000+ on Inefficient Marketing: Why You Need Traditional Marketing Research
Are you stuck in endless cycles of costly A/B tests and digital marketing guesswork? You're not alone. Many startups and healthcare companies skip traditional marketing research—like interviews, surveys, and concept tests—to save time, only to later burn through $50,000 or more fixing avoidable mistakes. Discover why investing upfront in foundational market research can save your budget, sharpen your strategy, and position your brand for lasting success.

Linda Orr
May 2922 min read


Comprehensive Guide to Hiring Marketing Freelance Roles for Small Businesses
Hiring freelancers gives small businesses cost-effective access to top marketing talent—but managing them effectively can be challenging. This comprehensive guide details common freelance marketing roles, average hourly costs, expert evaluation tips, and shows how a Fractional CMO from Orr Consulting can strategically align and optimize your freelance investments for maximum business impact.

Linda Orr
May 211 min read


Customer Churn: How to Calculate It — and Stop 48% of Your Customers from Walking Out the Door to Unlock Growth
Customer Churn: How to Calculate It — and Stop 48% of Your Customers from Walking Out the Door to Unlock Growth

Linda Orr
Apr 2514 min read


Unlock Your Business Potential: Mastering Customer Segmentation with Data
Unlock Your Business Potential with Expert Customer Segmentation Strategies

Linda Orr
Apr 320 min read


The Cost of Being Cheap: How Underinvesting in Marketing Can Stunt Business Growth
Strategic marketing investment fuels growth. Balance ads, content, automation & talent to maximize ROI. Spend smarter, not just less!

Linda Orr
Feb 288 min read


Stop Mixing These Marketing Terms: The Costly Mistakes I See Every Day
Master marketing by understanding key distinctions: branding vs. design, SEO vs. SEM, strategy vs. tactics, and more. Clarity drives success

Linda Orr
Jan 1616 min read


Beyond Pretty Charts: Why Most Marketing Teams Are Missing the Analytics Edge
Most teams rely on dashboards, not analytics. Dig deeper to uncover insights, drive ROI, and move beyond vanity metrics. Here's how!

Linda Orr
Dec 13, 202411 min read


Increase Revenue by 21% by Optimizing Marketing Strategies with Predictive Customer Journeys
Learn how predictive customer journey modeling boosts revenue by 21% and margins by 15%. Discover key strategies for growth.

Linda Orr
Oct 24, 20243 min read


Achieving Sustainable Business Growth Through Data-Driven Marketing Strategies
Discover how to harness customer insights for personalized experiences, integrate cutting-edge content with growth tactics, and utilize soci

Linda Orr
Oct 24, 20245 min read


Why Your Business Needs a Fractional CMO
Compare the pros and cons of hiring a fractional CMO vs. a full-time CMO to find the best fit for your business's marketing needs and budget

Linda Orr
Oct 9, 20247 min read


Decoding Digital Advertising Costs: Where Should Marketers Invest?
In today's digital age, advertising is a cornerstone of reaching and engaging with your target audience. However, understanding how much...

Linda Orr
Jan 11, 20248 min read


The Dawn of a New Era: Navigating the Shift to a Cookieless Digital World
Navigate the digital shift: Embrace innovative, privacy-focused marketing in a post-cookie world with our expert help.

Linda Orr
Jan 11, 20246 min read


Dealing with Facebook Audience Fatigue: Strategies for Sustained Engagement
Combatting Facebook audience fatigue: Fresh content and smart targeting keep your campaigns engaging.

Linda Orr
Sep 20, 20237 min read


The Power of Storytelling in Marketing: Engage, Connect, Convert
Master the art of storytelling: Know your audience, craft an authentic brand story, engage through diverse mediums, and stay consistent!

Linda Orr
Sep 19, 202312 min read


The Paradox of Abundance: Are Too Many Visualizations Impeding True Intelligence?
More data and dashboards don't necessarily make us smarter. It's the depth of intelligent analysis that unlocks true insights. #DataAnalysis

Linda Orr
Aug 4, 202310 min read


Instagram Loop Giveaways: The Comprehensive Guide for Brands
Exploring Instagram Loop Giveaways: Are the quick follower gains worth the potential engagement pitfalls? Let's dissect the pros and cons.

Linda Orr
Jun 28, 20237 min read


Is Being "Data-Driven" a Good Thing?
We all want to assume that we have a data-driven organization. But what does that mean, and more importantly, is that a good thing? More...

Linda Orr
Mar 24, 20236 min read


How to Improve the Efficiency of Your Marketing Spend By 40 Percent: Learn The Value of MMM
This blog is published on Entrepreneur in both English and Spanish Most of us have heard the famous quote: "Half my advertising spend is...

Linda Orr
Mar 20, 20236 min read

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