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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


Unilever’s Big Bet on Influencers: What It Means for Modern Marketing
"Unilever’s big bet on influencers reflects a fundamental shift in marketing strategy. As traditional digital ad costs soar and consumer trust declines, brands are discovering the unmatched power of authentic, influencer-driven conversations. The marketing playbook for the next decade will be written collaboratively with creators—are you ready to adapt?"
— Read more on Orr Consulting's blog.

Linda Orr
May 2819 min read


Complete Guide to Using Reddit for Marketing: Organic and Paid Strategies
ChatGPT now leverages Reddit for Search—are you ready to tap into its potential? Instead of dominating, join the conversation authentically: set up your account, find relevant subreddits, build trust through value-first posts, and use paid ads and analytics tools strategically. By blending community savvy, creative content, and data-driven tactics, you can unlock brand awareness, traffic, leads, and conversions. Approach Reddit with curiosity and helpfulness.

Linda Orr
May 2338 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


Unlocking the Power of Influencer Partnerships in Healthcare: Yes, Influencers Can Make a Difference!
Discover how influencers can transform your marketing strategy and make a tangible difference in the healthcare sector.

Linda Orr
Feb 119 min read


Analyzing the Success: 15 Examples of Strong Brand Positioning
Explore how effective brand positioning can drive growth and loyalty with 15 standout examples.

Linda Orr
Jan 2910 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


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


The Power of Your Backlink Strategy: Why They Matter for Your SEO Success
Build a strong SEO backlink profile with quality, relevant links. Avoid common pitfalls like buying links and over-optimizing anchor text.

Linda Orr
Oct 18, 20248 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


Maximizing Engagement: The Power of Hyperlocal Social Media Marketing
Hyperlocal marketing drives 69% of online traffic, spotlighting its importance in connecting businesses with local communities for impactful

Linda Orr
Jan 11, 20245 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


The LinkedIn Paradox: From Networking Platform to Overcrowded Sales Marketplace
Explore LinkedIn's shift from a networking haven to an oversaturated sales marketplace, its impact on user engagement, and calls for balance

Linda Orr
Jun 12, 20234 min read


Genuine (Not B.S./Textbook Talk) Ways to Build and Maintain Customer Trust: Part Two
Part one of this blog series focused on taking responsibility for your faults. Part two covers a very similar topic, specifically...

Linda Orr
May 19, 20235 min read


7 Marketing Trends You Will See Between Now and 2025
Of course, anytime anyone gives a forecast, a lot of it might be wrong. However, the following is our best guess for the marketing trends...

Linda Orr
Apr 5, 20238 min read


Branding Strategies That Create Customers Who Spend 300% More
This blog is one of mine published on Entrepreneur: Brand equity or its value is based on how much profit a brand makes, how strong the...

Linda Orr
Mar 20, 20234 min read

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