Grass root strategies to help elevate your brand image as an entrepreneur or start-up business So, you’ve started a business and it felt like you’re well on your way to fulfilling a lifelong dream of being your own boss and enjoying your financial and any other independence. Fast forward a few months, or a...
Big impact offline marketing ideas that generate buzz, get your brand noticed and produce results for your business It’s true that Internet marketing is crucial in today’s mobile-centric world — but if you think that means offline marketing is dead, you are sorely mistaken. While your SEO and social media presence matters, so does reaching...
How to zero in on your unique selling proposition (USP) to set your business apart from the competition Successful businesses know what makes them special to customers or their market and they “own it”. As a small business you are often facing strong competition from your local market and from the big brands. If you offer...
How to design a simple infographic for your business and promote it online Infographics can be a great addition to your content marketing mix. They are attention grabbing, highly shareable and tend to have a long shelf life. Derived from the terms “information graphics”, infographics contain valuable information in a visually appealing format. They...
Maintain a professional image on LinkedIn by avoiding these obvious mistakes with the personal profile picture you choose One of the first rules of LinkedIn is that it is not Facebook. When it comes to individual profiles, Facebook is personal and LinkedIn is business. LinkedIn is a professional networking site that should be reserved for...
Why managing your company’s brand and reputation is important for customer loyalty and future business referrals It is natural to think about paid advertising, building an online social presence, and finding the traction your new business needs in order to grow. Unfortunately, managing the reputation of your business may not feel like a priority...
Ideas on how to tap into technology tools to build brand recognition and get more exposure for your business Many businesses are afraid of all the improvements being made with technology, but the truth is that they increase your exposure. Your customers are busy using new technologies and utilizing the web for everything they...
How to use relevant objects, handouts or displays to make your presentation topic and delivery more effective The more creative ways you can deliver a message during a presentation, the more people with whom you can connect and engage. The creative use of props will help spread your message and have it resonate with...
How managing your business brand reputation online is important for both customers and employees While many job seekers find employer review sites useful for insight into company culture, there’s a risk of disgruntled employees posting overly negative reviews, which could impact applicants’ perceptions of office life. Employees are five to eight times more likely...
How to make the most of business opportunities with an elevator pitch that delivers a concise and targeted message What can you say about your business in one minute? That’s the concept behind the Elevator Pitch. It is a quick summary of what your business does designed to spark the interest of a customer...