Direct Mail vs Digital Marketing for Banks: Why Print Still Wins in 2026
Direct Mail vs Digital Marketing for Banks Digital channels dominate marketing conversations but in banking they are not always delivering the trust, engagement, or response rates needed to drive real growth. Email fatigue is rising. Paid media costs continue climbing. Digital-only strategies often fail to reach high-value, qualified prospects. Meanwhile, direct mail is outperforming expectations, […]
Don’t Forget Marketers: No Postage Increase in January 2026
For years, one of the biggest challenges for direct mail marketers has been navigating ever-rising postage costs. That’s why the latest announcement from the U.S. Postal Service is such great news for businesses that rely on direct mail to connect with their customers. On September 24, 2025, Postmaster General David Steiner confirmed that there will […]
Bank Marketers: Target the Intent, Not the History
What is print-first omnichannel marketing? Print-first omnichannel marketing is a strategy that uses direct mail as the primary trust-building touchpoint in a campaign while digital channels reinforce timing, frequency, and conversion. By leading with physical mail and supporting it with digital advertising, marketers create a coordinated customer journey that improves response rates, increases credibility, and […]
Print-First Omnichannel Marketing: A Framework for Faster Conversions
What is print-first omnichannel marketing? Print-first omnichannel marketing is a strategy that uses direct mail as the primary trust-building touchpoint in a campaign while digital channels reinforce timing, frequency, and conversion. By leading with physical mail and supporting it with digital advertising, marketers create a coordinated customer journey that improves response rates, increases credibility, and […]
Refocus
The importance of value-based marketing In Deloitte Digital’s recent report, “Navigating Uncertainty: The Protector, the Pragmatist, and the Prevailer,” 16,000 people were surveyed about the motivations that matter to humans. Utilizing yet another fancy algorithm and a tidy acronym (HXTM), they determined that it is critical for organizations to understand the human experience—and the […]
Speak to the Heart
Why connecting with your customers is more important than ever. If you ask Deb Kwiatt the secret to marketing, she will tell you that the answers lie in your customers. Listen to them and you’ll be able to create messaging that resonates. In her role as Marketing Communications Manager, she develops and implements marketing initiatives […]
Here To Stay
Which marketing trends will survive the pandemic? There’s been a lot of talk about what to expect in the “new normal.” Customer behavior is not the same as it was a year ago and is still constantly shifting. Knowing which marketing trends to keep and which to let go will help you adapt your focus. […]
The Hangover
March 17th is always a bit of a party. The morning of March 18th, however, can be a bit of a struggle. The queasy stomach, the headache and the general malaise of the morning after is not a lot of fun. And, in the moment, you wonder if the hangover will ever end. Much like […]
On The Record With Thales Teixeira
Best selling author on the future of business Thales Teixeira has spent a considerable amount of time dissecting the ins and outs of the business world. In his recent book, “Unlocking the Customer Value Chain,” he details the disruption in traditional models of business. As a former Lumry Family Associate Professor at Harvard Business School, […]
Top of the Class
8 TIPS FOR QUALITY CONTENT Content is a crucial part of your marketing strategy. But how does it measure up? Take it to the next level with these 8 hallmarks of quality content from Skyword: NO. 1 PURPOSEFUL Every piece that is published must have a clear purpose that aligns with your brand’s content strategy, […]