How AI Is Changing the Way Your Customers Search

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Picture this. You need to plan a multi-stop RV trip to the Grand Canyon. In your parents’ day, that meant a paper map spread across half the dashboard, some questionable roadside motels and a lot of crossed fingers. Today, you can open ChatGPT, build out your entire itinerary, compare rental companies, check campground conditions and … Read more

Why Press Releases Are Winning With AI

Press releases are having a renaissance moment, thanks to artificial intelligence and how it’s reshaping search. While some marketers dismiss PR as old school, AI-powered tools like ChatGPT and Gemini are proving otherwise. Optimized press releases are more likely to be cited in AI-generated responses than blogs, social posts, or other branded content. The numbers … Read more

A Practical Guide for Navigating Today’s AI Tools

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If you check your email and feel instant dread at the five “revolutionary” AI tools that launched overnight, you’re not imagining things. The AI tool deluge is real, and the paradox of choice is the number one reason most business owners give up before they start. Here’s the truth: you don’t need 47 tools. You … Read more

The SEO Reset in Chicago: 5 Trends for the AI Era

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If you’ve been wondering whether AI will replace traditional search marketing, you’re not alone. On Thursday, Nov. 13, business leaders and marketing professionals gathered at The Robey in Chicago for our latest Marketing Disrupted event, The SEO Reset: Winning in the Age of AI. Over drinks and networking, attendees dug into one of the most … Read more

How Zero-Click Searches Are Changing the Digital Landscape

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The marketing world is always changing. As 1905 New Media approaches its 120-year anniversary, we’ve learned how to adjust with it. From the printing press to digital platforms, we’ve seen it all. Now, we’re in the middle of a new revolution, this one powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI isn’t only a buzzword from a … Read more

The Role of Logos and Style Sheets in Brand Building

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A brand’s visual identity is more than just an aesthetic choice. It’s the foundation upon which its presence in the world is built. From the first impression a logo makes to the consistency of its applications across various platforms, strong visual branding plays a critical role in defining a company’s identity and ensuring it’s memorable.  … Read more

Brand Evolution Takes Center Stage at Marketing Disrupted

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Why are so many companies rethinking their brand today? Because staying relevant in a fast-moving market takes more than just a logo refresh. It requires intentional strategy, an understanding of your audience and the courage to evolve. That’s exactly what we covered at our latest Marketing Disrupted event, Brand Evolution: Staying Relevant in a Changing … Read more

AI Crashed Our Event (And We’re So Glad It Did)

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We recently gathered some of our brightest marketing experts to dive into “Data in the Age of AI” for our Marketing Disrupted event. Attendees feasted on appetizers while soaking up insights from 1905 New Media’s industry pros. The main event? Understanding how artificial intelligence is shaking up the digital landscape.  What’s Marketing Disrupted? Marketing Disrupted … Read more

Is WordPress Right for You? The Benefits and Myths Explained

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WordPress has a rich history that dates back to 2003, when Matt Mullenweg and Mike Little first introduced it as a blogging platform. Built on PHP and MySQL, WordPress quickly evolved into a full-fledged content management system (CMS) that could power complex websites. Its open-source nature allowed a global community of developers to contribute to … Read more

Celebrating the 2025 Bredon Jones Utopia Award Winner

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Every year, our team at 1905 New Media comes together to celebrate individuals who truly embody the spirit of our late friend and colleague, Bredon Jones. His vision for a workplace that values both personal and professional fulfillment lives on in the way we support each other, push creative boundaries and make time for what … Read more