Sharing valuable information online helps other users make wise selections on a search results page. Google Plus embraces this idea of people helping people with the +1 button. Clicking this button means “I approve this content.” Google Plus is a website that allows people to network socially. Users can separate[…]
Let’s take a moment to paint a picture. Imagine that you just spent the last hour writing an amazing blog post. You put it up on your blog, and are excited because you know that it is both informal and entertaining. After you hit the publish button, however, suddenly your[…]
One oft-overlooked social media platform that’s great for marketing a small business is Pinterest. At first glance, Pinterest simply looks like a fun, virtual pin board to collect and share photos and ideas. In actuality, Pinterest can be used as a marketing tool for your business. Using Pinterest for Business[…]
Businesses rely on social media to help market their products. However, not every social media site is the best site for a particular company. It is useful to utilize every social media site, but it is also just as important to understand that some sites may not benefit your business[…]
Thousands of blogs enter the blogosphere daily, but many never make it past the startup phase. Good blog etiquette is important in order to keep readers coming to your website. Frequency Is Important Blog frequently, but not too frequently. A general rule is to blog at least once or twice[…]
Getting local “likes” on Facebook is more important for a small business than getting likes around the world. A small business needs people in its area to LIKE it to promote business. Here are a couple tips on how to increase traffic and “likes” to your Facebook page. Discounts First, try[…]
As a small business owner or manger, you may be wondering if another social media account is worth your time. Google Plus is Google’s latest foray into the social media world. This is Google’s answer to Facebook, Twitter and other social media platforms. It may seem like it’s just another social network,[…]
Facebook is a great tool for small business owners. Now the geniuses at Facebook have come up with something even better to help small business owners attract more customers. What are Facebook Offers? You may be familiar with Groupon, the service that allows people to claim discounts to local businesses.[…]
Content – The more content you write, the more you will show up in search engines. Make sure it’s unique! Guest Posts – Write for other blogs by asking the owner. Social Networks – Twitter, Facebook, Google+, Pinterest, Reddit and StumbleUpon. Make sure it’s something that can go viral! Comment[…]
With so many non-traditional advertising techniques being used, it’s important for any business to have an online presence. Any business that advertises online needs three main ingredients to be successful. #1 – Website The internet is now the driving force behind the majority of advertising. Virtually everyone uses the internet[…]