At The GDC Group we know social media is an important way to help your business grow. However, we also know that it’s not the only way. Lately, social media has become a volatile place with a lot of changes and challenges coming our way. With Elon Musk taking over Twitter and Instagram changing its […]
It’s Time to Take Your Website Seriously
Social media is important but having a website is even better. Websites are the biggest networking tool we have. We definitely spend too much time on social media and too little time promoting and updating our websites. Putting a good website together means being a good planner and part designer along with a good dose […]
How well do you understand social media?
The internet is a big place and since it’s so big, it can be an overwhelming place to spend your time. Now more than even ever, we need to apply critical thinking towards social media. There is a minefield of media misinformation, opinions, and negativity. Apps such as Facebook and Twitter have become a hotspot […]
How to handle negative social media comments
Social media has always been an open forum for ideas, sharing, and comments. Over the years, it has also become the new complaint department. The comments section can pose many issues for companies online if left unchecked and moderated. Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter act as a go-between for your company. They set the tone […]
Get Back to Basics in 2022
Are you ready for 2022? If you said no, you are not alone. We don’t know what to expect from the ongoing roller coaster ride we’ve been on since 2020. One thing is certain- we are ready to step off. Since 2020 we have had to redesign how we do things both in life and with […]
Five Tips for Your 2022 Business Strategy
There is no simple answer to what lies ahead in 2022, however, that does not mean you cannot work on a new strategy. Since Covid keeps rewriting the rules on how we live and do business we need to have a plan. Your business strategy needs to respond to current trends, social media, marketing, and […]
How to promote what you do
Think back to the last time you met someone new. What was the first question they asked you? That’s right: “what do you do for a living?” Every time we hear this question, it’s amazing how much it can still catch us off guard. It’s more often than not an awkward moment. Why is it […]
The Importance of Empathetic Marketing
Empathy is defined as the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Empathy is also seen as a crucial skill to have as a leader, marketer, and business owner. This valuable skill helps you better understand the needs of your customers. One thing is certain: Data can never replace real human connections! Empathy […]
What Does a New Normal Mean to You?
Change is the name of the game during COVID-19. We have all adjusted and we will all adjust some more as the year goes on. It’s no surprise that this pandemic has changed the way we do things and that includes the work world too. There’s a new normal happening. A new normal is defined […]
Marketing with Memes
Adding memes to your online marketing strategy is a great way to shake things up. They are everywhere online. Memes are easily digestible and offer a funny, sometimes biting, and entertaining take on the human experience. It’s a very easy marketing trend that many use. But seriously, who doesn’t like a good meme? Social media […]