Small businesses make their strategic marketing plans come alive when they build campaigns that address their marketing goals. Your overall marketing plan spells out your communications goals, and includes strategies for increased market awareness, customer growth, revenue and profitability. The … Read More »
Small Business Saturday is November 25
November 13, 2017
Whenever I visit a local retailer I often ask myself why I don’t visit more often. The experience is always a great one, and I’m also helping the local economy. So this holiday season, visit a small business in your area and be reminded of what personal service means. Small businesses offer us the … Read More »
Get More Influence Online By Going Offline
April 3, 2017
Social media and other online networks, forums and meet-ups all provide a great way to connect with others regardless of geographic locations. Online networking receives so much attention in today’s always-connected technology-filled world that many people forget about the proven value of … Read More »
Give Me Content
April 11, 2016
Small businesses know the importance of getting the word out about their products and services. Creating and posting content is critical to promoting the business and for improving your website’s search engine ranking. Posting content to various social media channels, email campaigns and even good … Read More »
Marketing with Video
October 22, 2015
Although there may be some wisdom to Forrest Gump’s comparison of life’s unpredictability to a box of chocolates, it’s not wise to treat your online videos that way. Yet this is often what happens when potential customers land on a website and launch the online video – they never really know what to … Read More »
Get to Know Your Competition
August 19, 2015
Many small business owners underestimate the advantages of better understanding their competition. Knowing who your competitors are and understanding their strengths and weaknesses can help formulate your own marketing strategies and messages. You’ll also be better equipped to highlight your … Read More »
Jump Start or Transform Your Business at SCORE Small Business Forum
March 6, 2015
Thinking about launching your own business but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’re a small business owner looking for the right tools and ideas to help operate your business more efficiently. Did you know FREE mentoring is available in your own backyard? SCORE, a local volunteer organization … Read More »
Pack a Punch with BOTH Traditional and Online Marketing
June 11, 2014
One of the most common questions I get asked is “What’s the best way for me to market my business and products?” And my answer is: “That depends.... on your industry, target customers, location, business, products and services!” Today the buzz is all about Internet marketing – websites, social … Read More »
