YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 15, 2013

Sure, as a small business, money is tight, but the simplest solutions are just as effective as grand gestures. To a small business owner who has a small number of customers, losing just one customer has a significant impact on organizational health. Send birthday cards or holiday cards.

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Florida Cofounder Tampa Technical Review 145

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 11, 2018

If you own a small business, you should know that internet marketing is essential to your company’s success. There are so many great marketing strategies out there, like SEO, Local SEO, PPC ads, and more. Why Geofencing Is a Great Choice for Small Businesses. . by Christopher Burres, owner of eWebResults.

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Small Business Marketing Massachusetts SEO 189

entrepreMusings

AUGUST 4, 2011

Those of us with big business ideas operating on small budgets don’t exactly have the bankroll it takes to recruit a talented market research team to help us. Do-it-yourself research and inexpensive alternatives to highly-tuned studies can provide small businesses with all the market information they need.

Small Business 34

Small Business Marketing Software Review Government 34

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Traditional business intelligence (and data mining) software does a very good job of showing you where you’ve been. This is a whole new world for small businesses seeking enterprise application opportunities, as well social media trend challenges.

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VC Cafe

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

The term “Growth Hacking”, invented by Sean Ellis , and made popular by Andrew Chen , a Silicon valley marketer and entrepreneur, is a combination of two disciplines – marketing and coding: Growth hackers are a hybrid of marketer and coder, one who looks at the traditional question of “How do I get customers for my product?”

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Hearpreneur

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

4- Through local organizations Photo Credit: Luke Fitzpatrick As a CEO of a small business, I aim to support and be involved in local organizations, communities, and associations that can help my mission. I have connected with colleagues to form relationships from which our businesses can both benefit equally.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Navigating the transition between a salaried employee and running your own consulting business can be tricky. People often ask: How do I get clients for my consulting business? Can I start a consulting business while working full time? How do I become a small business consultant? Fill In the Business Blanks.

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Small Business Administration Small Business Social Media Elevator Pitch 86

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 2, 2013

When my friend’s small business was struggling a while back, I suggested he add some social media marketing initiatives, and his answer was that he was “too busy.” His business has since closed, but his mindset is still out there. Or are you too busy? entrepreneur get started small business social media'

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 19, 2020

Focus on marketing and indirect channels to get the message out quickly. Direct marketing is generally not scalable, especially on low-cost high-volume products. These days, heavy marketing is always required to make your startup visible and scalable amid the flood of information from all sources to all customers.

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 27, 2013

billion is still spent, ever year, on direct marketing? Well, the truth is that direct mail outreach is on the rise, and is still a valuable marketing tool to consider for your small business. Consider the following numbers: 3.6%: Forecasted increase in spending on direct mail marketing in the next year.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 14, 2023

Focus on marketing and indirect channels to get the message out quickly. Direct marketing is generally not scalable, especially on low-cost high-volume products. These days, heavy marketing is always required to make your startup visible and scalable amid the flood of information from all sources to all customers.

Hockey Stick 339

Hockey Stick Intellectual Property Non-Compete Business Model 339

Up and Running

APRIL 25, 2013

Combining a direct mail marketing piece with a digital marketing campaign is a good 1-2 marketing punch for many SMBs. Many digital mailrooms use distinct tools like Pitney Bowes small business machines and postage meters to help execute the campaign. Enabling QR Code Technology.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 9, 2011

It seems to me that there is abundant proof in the marketplace of the financial returns to both large and small businesses, the low cost of entry, and the ubiquity of social networks. I suspect that a good part of the problem is that startup and small business owners still don’t know where or how to start.

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Social Media Media Marketing Social Network 261

Duct Tape Marketing

MAY 17, 2011

SIMPLE, EFFECTIVE AND AFFORDABLE SMALL BUSINESS MARKETING Home About Consulting Products Programs Workshops Blog Resources Contact Subscribe by RSS Subscribe to Duct Tape Marketing by Email Small Business Week 2011 Our winners! As the importance of Facebook as small business marketi.

Small Business 48

Small Business Social Media Engineer Matching 48

Duct Tape Marketing

APRIL 11, 2013

Thursday is guest post day here at Duct Tape Marketing and today’s gust is Natalie Chan – Enjoy! It’s no longer enough for a small business to build a website, Facebook page or twitter profile and hope that people will flock to it, bringing new business. Here are a few tips to boost your content marketing: 1.

Small Business 78

Small Business Channel Audience Direct Marketing 78

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 4, 2010

According to this study from last year, over 65% of existing small businesses still ignore social media for marketing, so he is still the rule rather than the exception. I suspect that a good part of the problem is that startup and small business owners still don’t know where or how to start. What’s the problem?

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Social Media Media Marketing Social Network 222

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 7, 2013

Focus on marketing and indirect channels to get the message out quickly. Direct marketing is generally not scalable, especially on low-cost high-volume products. These days, heavy marketing is always required to make your startup visible and scalable amid the flood of information from all sources to all customers.

Hockey Stick 278

Hockey Stick Intellectual Property Startup Non-Compete 278

YoungUpstarts

MAY 20, 2018

You can keep engaged with the person you’re talking to without gazing down at your phone, by handing them a business card. They are one of the most effective direct marketing tools. Even in this digital age, they’re still one of the best ways to remind people about your small business – and therefore, to get business.

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Direct Marketing Mobile Portfolio Networking 214

Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 2, 2009

Capture the data – the currency of online direct marketing prior to Twitter was the email address. If a brand had your email address and permission from you to send occasional messages to you then you could effectively market new products or services. Are they recommending you to friends or telling people how badly you suck?

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Mike Michalowicz

SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

Pay off your credit cards, and start focusing on how you can bring in new business. Get involved with direct marketing, go into media (news channels, radio shows, etc) to build credibility. Nextiva – VOIP phone providers for small businesses. Focus on what comes naturally and what you’re good at.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 2, 2018

As an advisor to many entrepreneurs and small businesses, I often get asked where to start, and how to proceed. While non-digital marketing typically costs more money, it may be required to reach all elements of your audience.

Marketing 240

Marketing Viral Channel Metrics 240

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

It’s not necessary for you to analyse market research to calculate which direction markets are expected to move. You would want to invest some of your small business revenue anyway, and since gold has always been a great inflation hedge, it seems the natural choice.

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Institutional Investors Government Salary Stock 241

Duct Tape Marketing

MAY 9, 2017

Hello and welcome to another episode of the Duct Tape Marketing podcast. And so they are devouring click-throughs that used to go to either a small business website or even a big brand website that might have a local presence. Do you really care as a small business if somebody sees your website?

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Search Technical Review SEO Small Business 44

Entrepreneurs-Journey.com by Yaro Starak

JUNE 19, 2010

I had switched it from proofreading to internet marketing, and as a natural course of running that blog I got introduced to other bloggers who also wrote about business and internet marketing, and we just connected through Skype or through email. He really loves small business. Create a product to sell.

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Technical Review Software Review Prospectus Audience 82

Duct Tape Marketing

MAY 17, 2011

SIMPLE, EFFECTIVE AND AFFORDABLE SMALL BUSINESS MARKETING Home About Consulting Products Programs Workshops Blog Resources Contact Subscribe by RSS Subscribe to Duct Tape Marketing by Email Small Business Week 2011 Our winners! As the importance of Facebook as small business marketi.

Small Business 60

Small Business Marketing Cofounder Social Media 60

ReadWriteStart

MARCH 29, 2023

A well-detailed business plan, a launch plan, early funding, and the right talent and equity from founders are all among the basic ingredients that can help get a startup off the ground. In some cases, banks will have pricing structures that are designed to cater to small businesses and new startups.

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Startup Artificial Inteligence Silicon Valley Small Business 129

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

People use them in innumerable ways, and it’s changing how many businesses work. It’s not surprising that more and more small business are getting on the app bandwagon and enjoying a multitude of benefits: Here are six reasons why you should jump in as well: 1. Improve Your Direct Marketing Efforts.

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Mobile Retention Differentiation Direct Marketing 113

crowdSPRING Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2011

In the past year you have probably handed out and received literally hundreds of these tiny leaflets – an ongoing marketing effort that we don’t often think of as marketing. Business card design: BeeOsx. Related posts: Lean Marketing: Public Relations strategies for small businesses and startups.

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Lean Marketing Public Relations Small Business 112

ReadWriteStart

NOVEMBER 12, 2010

We discussed marketing, advertising and direct marketing agencies as being the best channel partners for him. Initially I thought he was targeting young Indian consumers, but then he started discussing small business owners. I told him he needs to pick one segment to go to market. Again some spray and pray.

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Tanzania Africa Entrepreneur Startup 128

The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2019

It was not that long ago that marketing was a blunt instrument. Millions of direct marketing messages flooded mailboxes from coast to coast, with most of them destined for the trash. Big businesses have been using microtargeting for years now, taking advantage of big data to fine tune their messages and boost their profits.

Social Media 87

Social Media Startup Campaign Small Business 87

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

We know you’re busy getting your business off the ground and perfecting your product. We’re all about removing obstacles for busy entrepreneurs. That’s why we’ve created this list specifically for small business owners with tight budgets and precious little time. Start building your email list. Don’t believe us?

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Channel Social Media United States Email 100

Duct Tape Marketing

MAY 23, 2014

Six “Killer” Tips to Bring Your Outbound Marketing Back to Life written by Guest Post read more at Small Business Marketing Blog from Duct Tape Marketing. It is guest post day here at Duct Tape Marketing and today’s guest is from Gal Borenstein – Enjoy! . Is outbound marketing finally dead?

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Marketing Vietnam Virginia Direct Marketing 78

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 4, 2018

As consumers, we love free things and businesses are tapping into this psychology by investing in online coupon sites. An online coupon site is basically an advertising platform that facilitates group buying deals via direct marketing. How can businesses benefit? Think of the amount of exposure your business gets as well.

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Revenue Advertising Database Direct Marketing 113

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 14, 2016

Focus on marketing and indirect channels to get the message out quickly. Direct marketing is generally not scalable, especially on low-cost high-volume products. These days, heavy marketing is always required to make your startup visible and scalable amid the flood of information from all sources to all customers.

Hockey Stick 120

Hockey Stick Intellectual Property Non-Compete Business Model 120

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 11, 2015

Focus on marketing and indirect channels to get the message out quickly. Direct marketing is generally not scalable, especially on low-cost high-volume products. These days, heavy marketing is always required to make your startup visible and scalable amid the flood of information from all sources to all customers.

Hockey Stick 120

Hockey Stick Intellectual Property Non-Compete Business Model 120

YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Here are some traditional marketing techniques that you can’t afford to ignore. Direct mail. Many new and small business neglect this entirely. They focus solely on email mailing lists and social media to take care of their direct marketing.

Marketing 100

Marketing Social Media SEO Reputation 100

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Twenty-three percent of small business owners say that out of all the tasks involved in running their business, being a salesperson is their least favorite , making sales the least favorite task after bookkeeping, an eVoice survey found. Make an Offer.

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