It’s 2023. Will this year be any different? We put a lot of pressure on ourselves after we ring in the new year. We make resolutions and then we quickly forget about them. I once read that resolutions are casual promises we make to ourselves that we are under no legal obligation to fulfill. No … Read more
Newsletters have stood the test of time. The reason why is because they work! When a well-constructed newsletter is brimming with information nuggets your audience will look forward to getting it. Your newsletter is your place to shine. This kind of promotion helps you share news, tips, articles, products, and your expertise. It’s one of … Read more
Right now is a good time to add something special touch to your marketing efforts. Personalization has now evolved beyond knowing your customers by name and offering a regular newsletter. The bar has been set so much higher due to the pandemic and inflation. If you want to get their attention, you will have to add … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more