Working for others in a corporate situation, where a boss dictates what you’ll be doing, at what hours, and at what pay level is something many men and women are looking to escape. Even those who seek “work at home” positions don’t realize it’s the same crippling situation, only from a remote workspace. There is … Read more
In today’s world, more and more individuals of all ages are pursing a job that will provide them with not only more flexibility and personal satisfaction, but also unlimited earnings. Tired of being mistreated by the demanding corporate world, men and women are turning to the Internet in a quest to build their own business … Read more
For many local businesses, online marketing is only part of the game. And, if you don’t have an online store, then it might seem like marketing on the web is an afterthought – something that has no relation to your sales and foot traffic. Think again. The truth is that a growing number of consumers … Read more
Social media marketing is a must – but getting organic engagement is becoming increasingly difficult. With sites like Facebook and Twitter tweaking their algorithms constantly, local businesses need proven strategies to ensure that their customers see and engage with their posts. Engagement isn’t a one-size-fits-all proposition, but it’s undeniable that some strategies to increase engagement … Read more
Local business owners are busy people – you know that already. In a single day, you could be acting as an HR manager, marketing guru, IT expert, and cashier. That’s a lot for any one person to do. For that reason, SEO can sometimes take a back seat. It’s understandable. When you’re the one doing … Read more
Email marketing remains one of the best ways for local businesses to build customer loyalty and attract new customers. It’s affordable and accessible – but it won’t be effective if you don’t make the most of it. The good news? Every dollar spent on email marketing in the United States generates $44 of revenue. That’s … Read more
You probably already know that Facebook has more than two billion active monthly users. Obviously, not all of them are in your target audience – but many of them are. For that reason, it’s important to understand how to use Facebook to encourage your existing customers to talk about your business and recommend it to … Read more
You probably already have a Facebook Business Page. If you don’t, you should – in fact, setting one up should be the very next thing you do after reading this article. Why? Facebook has more than 2 billion active monthly users. Regardless of where your business is located or what you sell, the chances are … Read more
You know that content marketing is still king. That’s unlikely to change and that means that it’s your job to create and share the kind of content that’ll bring customers to your business and help you improve your bottom line. The numbers back up content marketing’s importance. Research shows that 91% of all B2B companies … Read more
2019 has been the year of the chatbot. Businesses who have adopted the chatbot trend have been able to support and scale their business operations by offering convenient and efficient communication to their customers. Implementing chatbots has also helped businesses increase their sales, by providing 24/7 chat support to customers who need questions answered before … Read more