Picture this, you are sitting at home minding your own business and you get a call on the phone – it’s a cold caller wanting you to buy their amazing new product. Unfortunately, you’re not going to interact further with the caller as you’ve never been interested in purchasing a state-of-the-art outdoor BBQ in the…
Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy, providing almost half of all jobs in the US. Almost 20 percent of American workers are employed on businesses with fewer than 20 employees. Yet, over one-third of all new small businesses close within the first two years and over 50 percent exit the market before…
In today’s multi-channel online environment, consumers are faced with more choices than ever before. As a small business facing so much competition, you need to stand out. This is where a unique value proposition (UVP) comes into play. The UVP is often the first thing consumers read about your company, so it’s important to get…
The growth of social media, review websites, and blogging has given more power to consumers. Brands need to be more transparent with customers, paying close attention to their reputation. Where it was once possible for businesses to deal with customer issues in private, more conversations are taking place in public spaces. Online reputation management (ORM)…
In a world where social media sites are booming platforms for promotion and business endeavors are widely shared online, having access to tools that help boost productivity at your fingertips is necessary to stay ahead of the competition. Creating a website with a professional aesthetic, tracking your traffic, and staying on top of industry-relevant news…
A blog can be a great platform to spread the word about your business. And the best part is that a blog functions on a “passive” basis. Once an article is posted and ranking on search engines, expect it to have some effect for years to come. So, the power of a blog should never…
For entrepreneurs and business managers, there’s a lot you have to keep in check when it comes to running a business. Sometimes the most impactful way to keep your company running smoothly day by day is to increase productivity at all levels. Of course, finding ways to improve your personal productivity will help, but you…
The majority of brands know the modern era needs a sophisticated digital marketing strategy. Social media is clearly a crucial part of that. This article provides some tips on how you can gain more followers on Twitter. 1. Targeted following Twitter obviously has rules against aggressive following and you should always be careful not to…
Most brands now realize the importance of content marketing. Of course, this means that most have websites and a company blog. However, successful content marketing goes way beyond having the intent to write a blog post once in a while. It’s also fair to say there is a specific art to blogging. Therefore, this article…
The holidays mark the time when people are most willing to spend money on things. Savvy business owners know how to take advantage of this time of the year. Marketing strategies come aplenty for those who know what they’re doing. But for first-time entrepreneurs, coming up with a marketing strategy during the holidays can be…