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Are Billboards Worth It for Small Businesses?

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Countless small business owners may think of “billboard advertising” and automatically think it’s out of reach, unaffordable, and generally a risky investment for them The perception is that billboards and out-of-home (OOH) advertising formats are reserved for huge and national brands with massive ad budgets

The reality is that billboards can be one of the most effective, affordable, and accessible advertising channels for small businesses; especially when used strategically and intentionally

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What is Street Furniture Advertising?

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Street furniture advertising is a form of out-of-home (OOH) advertising that places ads on public structures that are used by and seen by countless people daily as they move around cities and neighborhoods 

These placements are designed to complement the urban landscape instead of obstructing, while at the same time delivering highly visible and powerful exposure to pedestrians, commuters, and general drivers

Common examples of street furniture advertising include bus shelters, bus benches, kiosks, electric vehicle charging displays, and even bike rack signage This form of OOH advertising is located at…

Q1 Advertising Tips + Predictions

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The first quarter sets the tone for the entire advertising year Budgets reset, strategies and marketing plans are reworked, and brands have the most funding and power to ensure they establish early momentum before competition begins to intensify 

While Q1 is sometimes regarded as the “slow period” due to the post-holiday chaos, especially when compared to the hustling and bustling Q4, it is actually one of the most valuable and strategic windows for advertisers who plan intentionally, especially when it involves out-of-home (OOH) advertising

Why Commuter Traffic is Prime for Billboards

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Every weekday morning and evening, millions of people are rushing from point A to point B, oftentimes following the same commute route Whether it’s in a car driving on highways, sitting in rush hour traffic, or sitting on a train, commuters represent one of the most valuable audiences for out-of-home (OOH) advertising

Commuter traffic has long been considered prime advertising territory for billboards and general OOH advertising Billboards absolutely thrive in these commuter environments and here’s why brands continue to invest in these placements

OOH for Last-Minute Holiday Deals

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The holiday season is reaching its peak, and as we see every year, shoppers become increasingly busy, decision-making speeds up, and last-minute purchases begin to skyrocket 

Whether it’s unexpected events, forgotten gifts, or that one friend getting you a gift (and now you have to also), consumers are moving fast, and their attention is spread thin

That’s exactly why out-of-home (OOH) advertising becomes one of the most effective tools for brands looking to capture last-minute holiday attention Billboards, captivating digital screens, and populous transit ads deliver visibility…

Why OOH Formats Sell Out During Holidays

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Every year, as soon as the holiday season approaches, one thing is always sure: OOH inventory sells out fast! Billboards can book up (and should) months in advance, and if the placement is premium, it can disappear overnight 

The holidays cause spikes everywhere in demand, and premium, secondary, and even tertiary placements become extremely hot commodities This occurs as a perfect storm forms from purchase-forward consumer behavior, increased travel, and brand competition 

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Winter Sports Advertising with OOH

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When the temperature drops and there’s a chill in the air, it only means one thing: It’s time for the winter sports season! And what it means for out-of-home (OOH) advertising is that there is a lucrative opportunity for brands to connect with audiences that are outside and on the move 

Anywhere from ski resorts and hockey arenas to winter travel destinations, OOH advertising offers unmatched visibility during one of the most active and high-engagement times of the year Whether you’re targeting tourists, athletes, families, or seasonal travelers, the environments

OOH for Holiday Travel

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The holiday season is one of the busiest travel periods of the year as airports overflow with passengers and the roads are swarmed with road trippers and general drivers Movement is the key point of this season, and advertisers would do well to jump on these surges to capitalize on these valuable shopping windows No other medium captures and spurs conversion better than out-of-home (OOH) advertising this season

OOH places your brand front and center at a lucrative time where attention is a hot commodity Anywhere from airports to highways, it’s vital to…

Black Friday & Cyber Monday OOH

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One of the biggest shopping weekends of the year is fast approaching, and the time is now to take advantage of out-of-home (OOH) advertising to maximize your success! If your brand has not already begun advertisement planning for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, you’d do well to get a jump on it, as OOH inventory is quickly decreasing

The digital landscape is already on fire with crowded ads and pop-ups, encouraging viewers to purchase products and act on limited-time pre-holiday deals now There are countless advertising dollars already…

OOH Advertising for Healthcare Providers

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Healthcare is a vital and necessary sector that everyone needs and is something that everyone needs to know about Connecting with patients in an oversaturated digital-first landscape can be difficult, which is why out-of-home (OOH) advertising for healthcare providers is one of the most effective, trusted, and best ways to reach communities and future patients

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