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Promoting the Science of Advertising

Media Link Software grew out of a desire for Media Link Inc. to be able to better analyze the media landscape and relate the options to our clients. We continue to go out of our way to educate the ourselves and the next generation of professionals. As we turn the page to the exciting Media Link Software 2.0 chapter we wanted to collect our resources and make them easily available for anyone who wants to get better at media planning to grow.

Welcome, Lila!

By Lila Siering | Jan 4, 2024 | Comments Off on Welcome, Lila!

Media Link Software is thrilled to announce our newest Marketing Specialist, Lila Siering. Welcome to the team, Lila! Lila is a graduate of Knox College where she majored in creative writing, double minored in studio art and philosophy, and recently received her B.A. in June of 2023. Writing has been Lila’s passion for as long…

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Welcome, Megan!

By Megan Cox | Jan 4, 2024 | Comments Off on Welcome, Megan!

We are so happy to announce a new member of our Media Link Software Team! Please join us in welcoming Megan Cox! After moving back to the Quad Cities with a Bachelor’s in Marketing from the University of Iowa, Megan transitioned to a managerial role from Sephora to Enterprise Rent-A-Car, further enriching her professional experience.…

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The Return of Ad-Driven TV

By Adrian Wille | Nov 22, 2023 | Comments Off on The Return of Ad-Driven TV

The more things change, the more they stay the same. After a few years of significant growth in advertising-free OTT (Over the Top) streaming services such as Netflix, Paramount+, Max (formerly HBO Max), and Hulu, many streaming services are pushing advertising models again. Just three years ago, Netflix insisted the streaming service would never have…

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A Look Back On Our Anniversary

By Adrian Wille | Oct 31, 2023 | Comments Off on A Look Back On Our Anniversary

It’s been 12 years since Natalie Linville-Mass founded Media Link Software®. We’ve told the MLS story before, and it’s worth telling again. Media Link Software President, Natalie Linville-Mass, never intended to be a software developer. She was a veteran entrepreneur of a different kind. She ran a marketing agency and just wanted a media buying…

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Custom Markets

By Adrian Wille | Sep 19, 2023 | Comments Off on Custom Markets

We occasionally write about the origin story of Media Link Software®, because the company was born of necessity. Media Link Software President, Natalie Linville-Mass, founded the company because she was running a marketing firm and the software she used couldn’t do what she needed, so she started her own software company. One of those features…

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TV Advertising Buys in Media Link Software

By Adrian Wille | Jul 31, 2023 | Comments Off on TV Advertising Buys in Media Link Software

Media Link Software President Natalie Linville-Mass never intended to start a software company. She started Media Link Software because she ran an advertising agency and needed more flexibility in her media buys. The software she needed didn’t exist, so she invented it. It’s no surprise that one of the best features of the TV module…

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Streamline Your Cable Advertising Experience with Media Link Software®

By Peri Berg | May 9, 2023 | Comments Off on Streamline Your Cable Advertising Experience with Media Link Software®
The Cable Module

Cable advertising is a great option for those looking to reach a specific geo-targeted audience. This media outlet is typically targeted to specific demographic groups based on age, gender, location, and viewing habits. This allows businesses to tailor their advertising messages to the audiences who are more likely to be interested in their products or…

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Comparing Apples to Apples: How Universal Formulas are Central to Media Link Software®

By Peri Berg | Apr 21, 2023 | Comments Off on Comparing Apples to Apples: How Universal Formulas are Central to Media Link Software®

When considering a media buy, it can be difficult to organize and compare pricing. From differences in each media platform to differences between vendors, finding a common ground to compare each piece of information is often the most difficult part. Universal formulas are exactly what they sound like, formulas which should be used by the…

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Making a Print Buy with Media Link Software® and The Publication Module

By Peri Berg | Mar 30, 2023 | Comments Off on Making a Print Buy with Media Link Software® and The Publication Module
Person reading a newspaper - The publication module with Media Link Software logo

Print advertising is still an effective platform for media buys and can still stand toe-to-toe with newer forms of advertising. Over the years, print has gone through many changes due to the rise in technology and digital advertising. This has included more personalization, integration with digital media through QR codes and URLs, and a shift…

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But How Do I Make a Radio Buy? An Introduction to The Radio Module with Media Link Software®

By Peri Berg | Mar 8, 2023 | Comments Off on But How Do I Make a Radio Buy? An Introduction to The Radio Module with Media Link Software®
Header Image: Microphone with radio waves, The Radio Module

The Radio Module is a powerful tool used to reach a large and diverse audience. This medium has a broad listenership across different demographics, including age, gender, and socio-economic status. Radio advertising offers several advantages, such as cost-effectiveness, immediacy, and flexibility in targeting specific genres through different stations, programs, and time slots. It can also…

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