a round-up post for small business There’s a lot going on these days and who has time to digest all of it? That’s why we’ve pulled together a round-up post of the biggest news and trends taking off in early 2023. These posts and the information contained within will help Read more…
If you own a business, or are an association or chamber that helps businesses, you know that times are tight right now. Lots of successful businesses are struggling with increased costs on basic needs like bags or containers for their products. When vendor costs increase, the first line of defense Read more…
If you want more customers (and who doesn’t!) this summer and beyond, try these easy marketing ideas. Regardless of your budget, there’s an idea in this mix for you. Talk to your chamber of commerce to see if they have a local currency program. Local Currency can allow you to Read more…
We all want more customers, right? Who doesn’t want additional revenue, especially with costs increasing? Your local chamber is in a good position to help you get more exposure–and thus, more sales–you just have to ask. Ways the Chamber Can Help You Grow and Increase Sales Attend events. Get to Read more…
If you’re like most businesses you don’t have a Super Bowl marketing budget, but you still need to be able to ensure maximum exposure. Every dollar spent matters and has a job to convert to sales. If you’re operating on a shoestring budget or have had to allocate money elsewhere Read more…
Ever read something that surprises you enough to change how you’re running your business? We rounded up some of those types of facts. See if any of them resonate with you. Website Beauty is important when it comes to web design. Two-thirds of people would rather read content that is Read more…
No matter the industry, you need marketing. But marketing these days is more subtle and requires much more of a focus on the long-game. When we refer to long-game, we’re not talking about business goals for your next decade. We mean taking the time to establish relationships with your customers Read more…
Repeat clients are a businesses dream because they require less marketing dollars. They are also more likely to write referrals and send you customers. Your business becomes their go-to place and with any luck, you become a buying habit for them. But not all businesses are set up for repeat Read more…
Every August, new classes of freshmen college students eagerly arrive on campuses across the country, excited for adventure in a sometimes new town. If you have a college nearby, campuses are excellent places to start building support for a local currency program and attract new customers to local businesses. Many Read more…
Podcasts are an excellent resource for people on the go or those who don’t like to read. You can listen to them when walking the dog, exercising, commuting, or even sitting quietly in a dark room (although people may think you’re a little weird if you do the last one). Read more…
