Good customer service has always been crucial to the success of any small business. What’s changed with new technology, however, is a growing emphasis on response times and personalized interaction. These days, customers aren’t always content to sift through a menu of telephone options in order to get their problems fixed. Increasingly, they want online … Continued
You can use a press release for a wide variety of purposes – such as to announce a new product or service, an upcoming event, or a management change; you can also use it to create buzz around a new initiative, campaign or resource. Unlike paid advertising, a press release can lead to pick-up and … Continued
Whether your small business is just getting started, starting to get bigger, or simply trying to stay afloat, you should constantly be on the lookout for new sources of investment capital. At almost every stage of the way, finding the right funding is a vital part of any business’ success. Still, generating investment isn’t always … Continued
If your business is investing the time and money to set up a display booth at a trade show, you need to be certain that you make the most of it. With some research and careful planning, it’s not difficult to create trade show displays that are unique, inviting and that will guarantee success at … Continued
Small business owners tend to be busy people who seldom have enough hours in the day to stay on top of all their tasks. In a recent blog, we wrote about several productivity hacks to help maximize your output. But if you really want to increase your efficiency and keep your focus on the most … Continued
So, you’ve decided to sell your merchandise on Amazon or eBay or Etsy. Congratulations and welcome to the Internet! However, there is one thing you need to make sure you do. You have to package the ordered items carefully before you ship them off, because you need to make sure your business does not fall … Continued
Of all the marketing efforts you make on behalf of your small business, few are more important than networking. Building strong, lasting relationships with peers, potential sales leads and experienced members of your professional community is vital to boosting your business’ growth and opening doors to new opportunities. Unfortunately, not everyone finds networking to be … Continued
The rapid growth and widespread popularity of social media has allowed businesses big and small to boost their exposure and build a loyal following. Powerful and easy to use, social media has become the new word-of-mouth for many small and emerging companies. In a previous blog, we explained how to get started on social media. … Continued
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Do you ever feel like you’re drowning in excess email? Does your productivity plummet every time you open up your inbox? You’re not alone: studies have shown that email management takes up a huge portion of work time for many business professionals, and is often more of an annoying distraction than helpful convenience. So, what’s … Continued
October is Small Business Month, which makes it the perfect time to engage in some valuable networking. Successful business owners harness strong networking skills to build their brand, connect with new opportunities, and expand their knowledge. Good networking is about more than offering a firm handshake and making small talk while passing out a pile … Continued