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Marketing | Tutorials

8 Things to Look For When Hiring a Marketing Team

Hiring a marketing team is more than a business decision—it’s a stewardship one.

For Christian business owners, nonprofits, and faith-based authors, marketing isn’t just about following a strategy, a checklist, or a business plan. It’s about communicating with clarity and heart, stewarding resources wisely, and reaching the people God has placed in your care. It’s about building long-term relationships and collaborations with other Kingdom-driven creatives and entrepreneurs like you.

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Events | Meet MRM

Refined Conference 2026: The Recap

In February 2026, we gathered again in beautiful Chattanooga, Tennessee—hearts open, journals ready, and spirits expectant—for two unforgettable days of worship, meaningful connection, and practical Kingdom-led insight at Refined Conference 2026. What started as a gentle nudge in 2021 has grown into what we believe is a movement of Kingdom-minded creatives and leaders committed to refining their vision and pursuing God-given purpose, together.

This year’s theme, “Refine Your Vision. Pursue Your Purpose,” was so much more than a tagline. It became our prayer over every session, conversation, and shared coffee-and-community moment.

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Technology | Tutorials

Theme Customization vs. Custom Website Design: What’s the Real Difference?

When it comes to building a website, there are plenty of options to consider, but most fall into one of two primary pathways: a basic theme customization (a templated design) or a fully custom website design that’s built specifically for you. They are fundamentally different in how they serve your brand, your user experience, and your long-term strategy.

The way a site is built—and the care and intention behind it—makes a much bigger difference than most people realize. Let’s break down these two approaches and talk about why choosing the right one really matters.

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Our Vision for 2026: Stewarding Well, Together

One of our team members has coined the phrase “February is the new January” this year, and we are fully embracing that sentiment as we somewhat tardily recap our 2024 year and share where our sights are set for 2025. Between milestone years for many of our families, some health and family challenges and losses, and another year of business and team refining, it’s taken us just a minute to catch our breath as we close out 2024 and look ahead to the new year.

Join us as we attempt to summarize 2024 with Market Refined Media & Publishing!

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Publishing | Tutorials

6 Steps to Begin Building Your Platform as a First-Time Author

For many first-time authors, the phrase build your platform can feel overwhelming, especially when it’s often framed as a race for followers, visibility, or constant online presence.

Here’s the truth:
A strong author platform is built on clarity, ownership, and connection—not noise.

Before you market a book, you need a foundation that reflects your voice, serves your readers, and supports your long-term publishing goals.

The good news? You don’t need to do everything at once. You just need to begin—intentionally.

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MRM Project Feature

Our 2025 Projects: What We Built Together Last Year

As we look back on 2025, we feel honored to partner with those who trusted us and proud of the work we completed together.

This past year stretched us, sharpened us, and reminded us why we do what we do. Every project, whether large or small, carried weight because it was connected to someone’s calling, message, or mission. What we built together mattered.

Here is a quick look at the categories of work that shaped our year and the outcomes we’re most grateful for.

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