Van Haren Creative

03/08/2019

Behind every social post is a team of kick-ass ladies. Here’s to the widely talented, ridiculously hard working, endlessly kind team of women here at VHC.

06/13/2016

Three things to drive effective storytelling in an age of enlightened content marketing: Let your fans talk, know the focus (it's not always you), and adapt to the situation.

We’ve reached an enlightened age in content marketing. You’ve likely heard this statement repeated ad nauseum: “Content is king.” B

04/22/2016

100+ Fascinating Social Media Facts and Stats [Infographic] http://www.socialmediatoday.com/social-networks/100-fascinating-social-media-facts-and-stats-infographic

04/15/2016

It's a good day to be bold. Happy Friday!

04/14/2016

No need to mislead: great tips for headlines that draw readers in.

Over the past few years, we’ve seen an exponential surge in content on the web. Competition for online attention is more cutthroat than ever

04/11/2016

What Is Creativity? So many quotes to love!

The Writer Files has gathered thought-provoking responses to the question, "What is creativity?" Check out these 21 definitions from top content creatives.

02/27/2016

One of my favorite bands, The Lone Bellow, excels at connecting with their fans. After seeing them live, we learned a few things about social engagement.

This week I had the great fortune to see The Lone Bellow in concert at The Music Hall in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. They are far and above my favorite musicians to see in concert because they never fail to put on a spectacular show. Last night was my sixth time seeing them live, my second time at th…

02/03/2016

We're loving Simplenote for it's no-nonsense notekeeping. But lots of others to check out and love. Your favorite?

Make meetings actually useful. Brainstorm like a champ. Take the boredom out of busywork. And much more.

01/22/2016

Great read on new Audience Optimization and how it will help brands reach the people most likely to engage with content; and provide better metrics to understand which groups of people engage and in what ways.

(Also, follow Jon Loomer Digital for all kinds of excellent FB ad advice!)

Audience Optimization is a potentially powerful tool that not only allows you to reach the right people on Facebook, but get insights into who engages.

01/20/2016

Colored pens, inspiration, lists, and all the creative bursts you need. Follow us on Instagram .
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01/19/2016

A successful career and life is based upon being “on purpose.” We all bring our own magic and uniqueness into the world. Your goal in life is to discover what that is, embrace it and share it.

Your blog can be the digital platform where it’s revealed.

If you have something to say, a passion to pursue and want a platform to do so - this is why a blog is important to your career and growth as an individual.

08/28/2015

Creating a visual persona for a brand on social media is a crucial - yet challenging! - task. This is a great read about creating authentic photos:
- Technical ex*****on
- Tell a human story
- Be relatable

Authenticity is essential for your brand and your content marketing strategy. Don’t believe it? A recent study by the New York Times found that authenticity is even more important to consumers than brand recognition. Not only can perceived authenticity affect your brand perception, but also your bo…