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Gated Content in the AI Era: What Still Works — and What Doesn’t
The bar for gated content has been raised in the AI era. Here’s how to get it right in a zero-click world.
How to Remove Toxic Backlinks
Not every backlink is a good friend. Some are shady characters dragging your SEO reputation through the mud. In this post, we’ll show you exactly how to remove toxic backlinks so your site can hang out with the right crowd (and climb the rankings while doing it).
How to Rank in AI Overviews: 5 Tactics to Boost Your Visibility
AI Overviews are taking over AI Search in Google. Learn how to rank in AI Overviews with our 5 key tactics.
Firebrand Turns 9: Welcome to the AI Era of PR and Marketing
Firebrand turns nine in the midst of a marketing transformation. In the AI Era of PR and Marketing, channels underperform, buyers self-serve with AI, and startups pivot to product-led growth. Here’s how we’re helping tech brands adapt, expand, and thrive.
Random Acts of Content Kill Pipeline (Especially in the AI Era!)
B2B buying is AI-influenced, self-guided, and full of stakeholders. Smart content is how you calm the chaos.
How To Measure Brand Awareness in B2B: From Abstract Concept to Measurable Metrics
Discover how measuring B2B brand awareness can give you a clear view of your brand’s visibility, trust, and top-of-mind presence. Learn how to use proxy metrics, social sentiment, branded search, AI search sessions, PR coverage, and share of voice to track growth and guide marketing strategy in the AI era.
How to Align PR and GEO for Maximum AI Visibility
Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is here – and PR teams are suddenly in the spotlight. Learn how to align your PR strategy with GEO to boost your AI search visibility, drive brand awareness, and earn more LLM citations.
GEO and SEO Success: The Importance of FAQs on Your Website
Why are FAQ sections popping up at the bottom of core web pages? Find out plus tips to boost GEO, SEO, and AI citations.
Why Interactive Content Matters More Than Ever in the AI Era
Generic content doesn’t cut it. Learn how interactive assets turn buyer intent into real marketing impact.
Lessons Learned From 100 B2B Marketing Podcast Episodes
100 B2B marketing podcast episodes of FiredUp! Get our top lessons on telling startups’ stories, stumbles, and sticking with it.
What is LLMs.txt and How Can It Boost Your GEO Efforts?
LLMs.txt stops AI from guessing about your web content. Learn how to control what chatbots say about your brand.
AI Press Release Optimization: GEO Strategy Best Practices
The rules of visibility have changed. Use our GEO press release strategy and free template to stay ahead.
What to Ask (and Not Ask) Your Potential PR Agency If You’re Looking to Unlock Better Media Coverage
Here’s what to ask (and what not to ask) if you want your PR agency to create maximum impact
Email Marketing in the AI Era: Make Your Messages Stand Out
The secret to better results from your email marketing? Being AI-enhanced, not AI-only.
How Does Click Fraud Work in Digital Advertising? What You Need to Know
Uncover the impact of click fraud on digital advertising and what you need to know about click fraud prevention.
Millennials Matter in B2B – Here’s How to Market to Them Smarter
B2B marketers, take note: your top buyers are millennials. Here’s your cheat sheet for connecting with them.
How to Break the Cycle of Generic B2B Content Creation
In a sea of sameness, generic content sinks. Here’s how to make sure yours swims.
Firebrand Wins 2025 Communicator Award for Integrated & Multi-Channel Business-to-Business Campaign
The Communicator Awards has recognized Firebrand with an Award of Distinction in the Integrated & Multi-Channel Business to Business Campaign category for our work with VMware.