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7.30.2024

budgeting/roi

It's time to play the long game

As marketers, we often feel pressured to generate instant results. But what if the key to success lies in playing the long game?

At our B2B video ad agency, we've shifted from chasing viral hits to focusing on consistent quality. We've learned that marketing is a marathon, not a sprint. Ads launched years ago are only now reaching their full potential in lead generation.

Our strategy now emphasizes building a reputation for reliability and excellence. We track comments like "Umault always delivers" or "Another great piece from Umault" as indicators of brand growth. While only some videos will be a massive hit, consistent quality builds a strong foundation over time.

To apply this approach, spread your resources across consistent initiatives rather than betting everything on one big campaign. Think of it as planting seeds for future harvest. Content created today may yield little results but can flourish with patience and persistent effort.

Shift your focus from "results now" to "results over time."

By embracing this long-term perspective, we can build stronger brands, create more meaningful connections with our audience, and ultimately achieve more sustainable success. It may not provide the instant gratification we crave, but as with most things, slow and steady wins the race.

GUY BAUER

FOUNDER AND

CREATIVE

DIRECTOR

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Guy has been making commercial videos for over 20 years and is the author of “Death to the Corporate Video: A Modern Approach that Works.” He started the agency in 2010 after a decade of working in TV, film and radio. He’s been losing hair and gaining weight ever since.

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