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02/04/2024 in Customer Relations, Leadership, Marketing, Sales, Small Business Resources

Embrace These 14 Low-Cost Ways To Help Your Small Business Grow

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There are 33.2 million small businesses in the USA, which make up about 99.9% of all American businesses. Making yours stand out and grow effectively and fast among so many small businesses can be a r ...

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01/22/2024 in Leadership, Privacy, Legal Compliance, Website Design, Small Business Resources, Tech & Tools, Security

Business Internet Safety Guide

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Keep your business safe by maintaining a secure Wi-Fi network, using strong passwords and updating software regularly. Cybersecurity is important for everyone, and businesses are no exception. 61% of ...

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01/17/2024 in Leadership, Marketing, Sales, Small Business Resources

Mark Cuban: These Are the Top 4 Reasons Most Small Businesses Fail

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You may not realize it, but most U.S. businesses are small businesses; SBA statistics show that 99 percent of all businesses are independent companies with fewer than 500 employees. That's the good ne ...

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11/27/2023 in Marketing, Small Business Resources

40 Best Ways to Get Free Advertising for Your Small Business in 2023

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Small businesses often struggle with advertising due to limited budgets. However, there are many completely free ways to promote your business online and increase brand awareness. In this article, we ...

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11/22/2023 in News, Custom WordPress Website, Consulting, Offers, Marketing, Sales, Social Media, WordPress, Small Business Resources

The Brass Ring Marketing System – SPECIAL OFFER!

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Frustrated with your Website? Fails with D.I.Y. site builders? HERE'S THE ANSWER! Great for DIY'ers! Not just a website, but a turn-key small business marketing solution. Here’s The Thing: You Should ...

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10/10/2023 in Leadership, Small Business, Small Business Resources, Finance

Small Business Funding – How To Get A Cash Boost For Your Business

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If you're an up-and-coming entrepreneur, you're going to face the challenge of getting investment for your small business. Start-up funding can seem hard to come by, and indeed the funding landscape i ...

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09/27/2023 in News, Small Business Resources

11 Free Courses and Learning Resources for Small Business Owners

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Big businesses have a wealth of expertise, and the ones on our Champions of Small Business list want to make their know-how available to you. Key Takeaways The 2023 Champions of Small Business is our ...

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09/01/2023 in News, Leadership, Small Business, Small Business Resources

How to Scale Your Small Business in 8 Steps

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There are always smaller competitors waiting to take your market share, and it's only a matter of time before you transition from the hunter into the hunted. So you need to think of scaling not just i ...

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08/20/2023 in Leadership, Small Business, Small Business Resources

Top Tips for a Great Small Business Marketing Plan (INFOGRAPHIC)

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A small business’ marketing plan plays a critical role in the success of the business. Small businesses that have a clear marketing plan continue to grow and meet their objectives, while those with a ...

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08/16/2023 in News, Logo, Marketing, Website Design, Small Business Resources, Graphic Design, Tech & Tools, Art

No Logo? No Problem! AI Offers The Answer

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Online visitors are pretty savvy and will judge your whole business by what they see in the first 3 seconds, and right now, you have to ask yourself the question: "are my visitors responding well to m ...

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08/07/2023 in Leadership, Video, Marketing, Sales, Social Media, Website Design, Small Business Resources, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Copywriting

Thrive And Survive: PR Tactics For Small Businesses In A Challenging Economic Climate

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Within our global economy, small businesses play a significant role in driving innovation and embodying the entrepreneurial mindset. They are often at the forefront of introducing new products, ideas ...

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08/02/2023 in Marketing, Sales, Small Business Resources, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Copywriting, Tech & Tools

How to Generate Qualified Leads for a Small Business: 3 Easy Tips

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According to a 2021 HubSpot State of Marketing survey, 50% of small business owners say generating qualified leads is their primary digital marketing goal. But generating leads is a top challenge for ...

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07/31/2023 in News, Small Business, Small Business Resources, Finance

Small Businesses Can Make More Money in 2023 by Using This Secret Weapon

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As a small business owner, you’re always searching for ways to attract new customers to increase your revenue and grow the company. Chances are that you’ve spent a significant amount of money on vario ...

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07/26/2023 in Small Business, Small Business Resources, Finance

Where to Get Free Money to Start a Small Business in 2023

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Small business owners don’t always have access to enough resources to meet their goals. Luckily, there are many business grants and other funding programs available to help. Here’s a guide to several ...

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07/22/2023 in Leadership, News, Website Design, Small Business Resources, Tech & Tools

6 Ways Small Business Owners Can Get Their Employees to Use AI

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One of the most pivotal innovations that artificial intelligence offers small businesses is the ability to change the rules of engagement — a more level playing field. And its adoption in this size ca ...

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07/19/2023 in Leadership, News, Small Business, Small Business Resources, Finance

Small Businesses to Congress: Prioritize Passing the Main Street Tax Certainty Act this Congress

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“Passing the Main Street Tax Certainty Act would stop an enormous tax increase currently scheduled to strike small businesses at the end of 2025,” said Brad Close, NFIB President. “The 20% Small Busin ...

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07/18/2023 in News, Marketing, Small Business, Sales, Small Business Resources

Experts Say This Is the Key to Marketing a Mom and Pop Business

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Marketing opportunities are endless, but marketing budgets are finite. Is it better for a mom-and-pop business to put money into online and social media marketing, or to invest in real-life sponsorshi ...

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07/16/2023 in News, Marketing, Sales

How To Leverage An Omnichannel Marketing Strategy To Reach Your Audience Wherever They Are

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The data shows that omnichannel marketing strategies have power. When implemented successfully, they increase ad-driven store visits by 80%. With consumers relying more on their mobile devices and exp ...

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06/30/2023 in Small Business, Small Business Resources

6 Types of Insurance for Small Businesses

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Small businesses can face many risks. Learn about different types of insurance that can protect your company from unexpected circumstances. Small businesses face a variety of risks, ranging from natur ...

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06/30/2023 in Small Business, Marketing, Social Media

5 Tips For Effective PPC Bidding On A Budget

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PPC advertising can be a game-changing tool for small businesses looking to kickstart sales or increase brand awareness. Unfortunately, it’s also extremely easy to overspend if you aren’t careful.  Wh ...

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06/29/2023 in Marketing, Sales, Website Design, Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

What is a Target Market and How to Pick One

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When marketing a business, the key to success lies in the ability to target the right group or groups of people accurately. Knowing your target market is essential for any company that wants to create ...

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06/29/2023 in Small Business, Small Business Resources, Finance

Small-Business Financing Options

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When you need cash to finance your business’s growth or ongoing operations, there are many small business finance options to choose from. Financing options range from business credit cards and microlo ...

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06/29/2023 in News, Leadership, Small Business, Small Business Resources

Small Businesses, Big Opportunities

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More than 70% of business owners want to originate digitally, and often the only easy way to do that is with a personal account, as banks have lagged on digital originations for businesses with multip ...

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02/23/2023 in Leadership, Small Business Resources

4 Keys To Long-Term Success For Small Businesses

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There is no shortcut on the path to success. Keeping current customers happy is the best way to get new ones. You need to know your industry. Success is contagious.

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11/23/2022 in Marketing, Small Business, Tech & Tools

5 Principles To Follow When Allocating Your Marketing Budget In An Uncertain Economy

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Even with the threat of a recession in the next year, companies should prioritize marketing to stay ahead of competitors. In fact, marketing spending is on the rise—now is not the time to back down. C ...

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11/20/2022 in Marketing, Small Business Resources

3 Ways To Improve Your Marketing Strategy For 2023

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As the success of marketing strategies becomes more dependent on real-time data and evolving technology, new approaches are necessary...Improving your future marketing efforts is critical, as these ef ...

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11/16/2022 in Leadership, Marketing, Small Business Resources

16 Strategies To Set Your Small Business Apart From Larger Competitors

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Whenever a new small business emerges, they have a big challenge competing against larger corporations that overtake the market. It can be hard for a new business to get its bearings and find ways to ...

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11/11/2022 in Small Business, Small Business Resources, Finance

Run A Small business? Follow This End-of-the-Year Checklist Before 2022 Ends

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Make sure you don’t forget anything important with this small business checklist. We put together some of the most important steps you should take before the year ends. Now is the time to tie up loose ...

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11/08/2022 in Sales, Small Business Resources

Essential Tips on How to Boost Sales for Your Small Business — Melinda Emerson

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What can you do to increase your sales right now? Today on the Atlanta Small Business Show, we’re pleased to welcome back Melinda Emerson, America’s number one small business expert, CEO of Quintessen ...

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10/30/2022 in News, Marketing, Social Media, Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Finding the Perfect Audience for Your Business on Social Media

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Both Facebook and YouTube boast well over 2 billion global users each, with TikTok and Instagram both having over a billion each. This variety of social media platforms has completely evolved our onli ...

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