Social media is a necessary tool that all businesses should take full advantage of in order to further progress their brand. Apps like Instagram and Facebook are ideal tools for publicity, content generation, and engagement. Myriad benefits accompany these social media platforms — remember that both are free! With some simple creativity and by following […]

1. Create engaging content It is essential to make your small business known, and one of the fastest and easiest ways to do this is to be active on multiple social media platforms. Depending on your business’s target market, there are various platforms to use and different functions for each that could be beneficial to […]

Looking for a smart online marketing strategy for your manufacturing and/or distribution company? Here are 6 things you can do to drive traffic to your website, stand out as an industry leader, and generate leads. 1. Start by clearly defining your ideal client and over-arching goals and objectives. Then create website content that showcases what […]

For many restaurant owners, marketing can be completely overwhelming. With so many channels and platforms to choose from, your options can seem endless: from your website and email marketing to social media and Google ads. Then there are traditional advertising vehicles such as direct mail, newspapers, magazines, radio and TV. How are you supposed to […]

The process of increasing your website rankings takes time. You need to create engaging copy that is carefully crafted to strategically include thoroughly researched search terms, submit updated pages to Google for indexing, wait for Google to crawl and index the pages, then wait some more for Google to start including your website in the […]

1. Have a Plan. The competition among restaurants is fierce, and investing resources in marketing is critical to your success. Before you dive in to traditional or social media, it’s critically important to figure out which marketing channels are best for your business. To do this, you’ll need to step back, get clear about your […]

Those of you who follow me know how passionate I am about smart marketing techniques that help small and mid-size companies grow. I am constantly consuming books, articles and blogs about the art and science of marketing – not only to feed my “obsession,” but to sharpen my skills in order to provide maximum value […]

Social media is a powerful tool in your marketing arsenal. As a component of your overall marketing plan, it can create personal connections and engagement with your customers that is literally worth its weight in gold – if it is used correctly. Small business owners often jump into social without any clear plan. This is […]

With over 1.65 billion users, Facebook offers a tremendous opportunity to reach your clients and connect with your audience. It’s the perfect channel for small business owners looking to amplify their brand and target their ideal clients in an efficient and cost effective way. Because Facebook business pages function a bit differently than personal pages, […]

You’re finally at a point where you want to invest your time wisely and work “on your business” and not “in your business.” You also realize that growth requires partnerships with other professionals that will help you achieve your lofty goals with efficiency and excellence. That’s why you’ve decided to tap an outside firm to […]

In today’s business world, there are so many tools to market your business that it’s no wonder many entrepreneurs suffer from that paralyzing condition: Marketing Overwhelm. Back in the day, it was simple – pay a boat-load of money on newspaper, magazine, and radio advertising. Simple, yet crippling to your budget. So, how effective is […]

Don’t know how much to spend on marketing? Our Marketing Budget Breakdown can help. Every time I ask a business owner, “What is your marketing budget?” this is what I hear: Crickets. Complete and utter silence. Typically there are two reasons for this sudden and uncomfortable halt in communication: They avoid giving a specific number […]

When Google speaks, we listen. Smart business owners and savvy marketers know that having a mobile-friendly website plays a critical role in online search rankings. We learned the importance of mobile-responsive design – meaning your site adjusts to the size of the device it’s viewed on – back in 2015 (and shared our SEO tips […]

Did you know that reaching customers closest to you is surprisingly easy? The reason is that so many online searches include phrases like “near me” or “closest.” Having a local strategy in place that encourages neighboring prospects to reach out to you is a great opportunity that all small businesses should take advantage of. Here […]

As a small business owner, you understand the importance of a well-executed marketing plan that will help you reach new clients and fill your sales pipeline. But with limited time and marketing dollars, knowing how best to reach your customers is often a challenge. So we’ve done some of the heavy lifting for you. Here […]

Your website is your company’s personality, tone, and sales channel all in one — a holy viral trinity, if you will. It needs to be eye-catching yet simple, elegant yet efficient. A lifeless website reflects a lifeless company. Now that more and more business is trafficked online, your website’s initial first impression is like a […]

You have a “to-do” list a mile long. You have no time to develop a cohesive strategy for achieving your business goals, let alone train your staff to help you get there. And besides, no one on your team really has the time to dedicate to marketing. If this sounds like you, maybe it’s time […]

What’s the Best Way to Market My Business? For many small business owners, marketing can be a daunting task at best – and completely overwhelming at its worst. There are so many channels and platforms to choose from that your options can seem endless. There’s your company website, email marketing and the multitude of social […]

When you first started your business, you knew you needed a website that captured what your product and service was all about. Today, perhaps your business has grown. Or changed. Or both. There may be signs that the website that worked for you back then needs to be updated or expanded; maybe the old website […]

Most small business owners approach marketing by stringing together a series of one-off ideas, like an ad in a magazine or on Facebook. A new brochure to hand out at a trade show. A website re-design. Random Acts of Marketing. While these are all potentially great tools for promoting your company, it is critical to […]