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Top 5 Strategies for Smart Cyber Security
1. Use Strong Passwords Enable 2-Step verification whenever offered by your online subscription or service. This will help protect you against fraud, identity theft and hackers.2. Keep your Software and Operating Systems Updated Yes, those annoying software updates...
What your website and social media pages need to say during the Covid-19 crisis
Does your website and social media pages have a Coronavirus COVID-19 advisory notice and what should it contain? Here are our top suggestions: 1. Update your website to communicate with future customers & clients. Make it clear that you are, or are not, open for...
Avoid eCommerce Launching Mistakes
Creating your own eCommerce website might seem easy at first; but there’s more to it than one might think.
2020 Marketing Planning Calendar
One of my favorite tools we have created over the last few years is this handy planning calendar. The calendar includes all those special days of the year plus special themes for each month. 2020 will be an exciting year! We have the Olympics and a big election...
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO RANK IN GOOGLE?
It’s well known that Google rankings are important. We want to be at the top of the first page
25 Ways To Promote Your Online Cattle Auction on Facebook
As the popularity of online livestock auctions continues to build, their is still a world of opportunity to take advantage of all social media has to offer! By using Facebook to promote your event, you will also be building brand awareness, developing a communication channel, and adding to your e-mail list. We have developed this list of 25 ways to promote your online cattle auction on Facebook.
How To Respond to Online Reviews
The perception of the same experience can be very different from person to person.
Digital Marketing Trends of 2019
The Digital Marketing Industry is growing at a rapid pace. Having a digital marketing plan is essential.
7 Trends You Must Know For a Successful Digital Marketing Campaign
It’s hard to know where exactly to focus your digital marketing efforts these days. There are so many different avenues.
2019 Marketing Planning Calendar
Once again we are providing a FREE download to help you with your marketing efforts in 2019. We have expanded our calendar to include more of those special days of the year. We have still included monthly worksheets to help you plan out your website content, blog...
Top 3 Website Security Tips
October is Cyber-Security Month – Here are our top 3 tips for website security.
The Rise of Social Media Customer Care
Taking great care of your customers is a key part of any business’s success. It helps build positive relationships and encourages the opportunity
Traditional Marketing Expertise to Boost Your Mobile App
Although the landscape for how marketing messages reach customers has changed, the strategies of appeal and persuasion have not wavered.
How to make the most of your free Google Business Listing
Get more online attention for your business, improve your SEO ranking, and make the best first impression online when someone “Googles” your business.
106 Quick and Fascinating Voice Search Facts & Stats
Voice search could be described as an up and coming technology. Although it is already around and used by many people today,
72 Stats To Understand SEO In 2018
Probably the most important thing for everyone owning a website is that it gets the desired amount of traffic.
21 Ways to Build Trust in Your Website
Want to make sure your customers know they can trust you and what your business has to offer?
Social Media Image and Video Sizes 2018
If you are looking for guidance when it comes to your social media images, you’ve come to the right place.
10 Marketing Lessons from Apple
When you are working on your marking strategies, it may seem rather complicated. There are so many
2018 Marketing Planning Calendar
Looking for the 2019 Calendar? Find it here: 2019 Marketing Planning Calendar --- Get a quick list of all the holidays, important events and special days in 2018 to help you plan your marketing strategies - all in one easy printable. Our 2018 Marketing Planning...
Business Mentors
I was lucky enough to grow up with several business mentors in the family. Many of us have learned certain skills from special mentors or bosses over the years and I happen to be related to mine. My mom gave me hard work and passion, my dad taught me how to properly...
The 40 Worst SEO Nightmares
Is your SEO good enough? Have you crossed all the t’s and dotted your i’s?
Which Factors Contribute to your SEO Rankings
There are several factors that contribute to your SEO rankings. Way too many for most of us to even keep track!
Exciting Stats from all Major Social Media Platforms
Being connected with social media is great for your business. However, there are so many
How To Find Great (FREE) Photos & Graphics Online
There are a ton of great (free) resources around the web where you can find amazing photos and video clips for free online! Here are my go-to sources for images and video when I can take my own.
The Most Important B2B Digital Marketing Statistics 2017
Many of the same or similar marking strategies can be used across the board. However, there are some slight differences in
40 Technical SEO Mistakes — A 2017 SEMrush Study
While configuring your SEO settings might seem a tad bit tedious and take more time than you’d care to give it, it really deserves some attention.
Do Different Age Groups Prefer Different Content Online?
One thing to consider when planning and setting goals for your business’s website is figuring out who your target audience is.
The Different Types Of Hosting For Your WordPress Website
Where you host your WordPress website plays a key part in how well your website performs. Yet a good question many website
10 Reasons Visitors Hate Your Website
When you’re developing a new website or working on a redesign, it’s important to know what attracts visitors
3 Ways to Avoid Making Your Website Look Cheap
In today’s more competitive business world, having a site that looks professional is essential, though it’s worth remembering an expensive design could still look cheap.
Benefits of Running Your Own Social Media Groups
Social media is a great way to get your business presence out there. One way to do that is
How to Get Your First 1,000 Followers on Instagram
Despite what many people believe, Instagram isn’t just a social media platform for
14 Tools Every Entrepreneur Needs for Managing Social Media
Feeling a little overwhelmed when it comes to social media for your business?
How to Handle Every Type of Comment on Social Media
If your business is connected with social media, one big thing that might make or break
2017 State of Digital Marketing
Need some fresh ideas when it comes to your digital marketing strategies?
5 Minute Twitter Marketing Plan
Using Twitter for your business isn’t just a matter of having an account
Basic Elements of Design
Building a website for your business or working on a redesign?
Digital Marketing Trends for 2017
When it comes to digital marketing for your business, are you right at
The Sales Search Cheat Sheet for Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn
Did you know you can use social media to identify sales opportunities for
Why Your Business Needs to Use Instagram
If you’re not using Instagram to help market your business, you might be missing out on
Vintage Social Media
The way we communicate on a daily basis and during the week has changed
Get More Likes on Facebook
Everyone wants their business to be successful on Facebook. A key factor in gaining that
Social Calls to Action Work
If you want more people to engage with your blog posts and social media
Essential Digital Marketing Tools
The number of tools and resources available to marketers grows each day.
Which is the Right Social Media Platform for Your Business?
There are many social media platforms available today. However,
The Complete Guide of How Often to Post, Tweet and Facebook for Your Small Business
When it comes to using social media for your business, you need to be careful with how often you post.
10 Musts of Using Instagram for Businesses
If you have an Instagram page for your business or are considering one
Facebook Basics: 9 terms You Need to Know as a Facebook Page Owner
If you have a Facebook page for your business, consider using Facebook Insights.
Social Media Cheat Sheet for Users and Brands
The use of social media is a great way to help your business grow and thrive.
22 Facebook Post Ideas That Practically Guarantee Engagement
Having a Facebook page for your business is a great way to connect with people.
Common Social Media Blunders and How to Fix Them
We all know it’s important to market and advertise for our businesses. If we want
Why Good Website Design is so Important
Within seconds a connection is made between users and your website.
How to Build a Website That Drives Engagement
A call to action is something that invites people to respond. When people respond, they start
9 Steps to Better Conversions
While it’s great to have a lot of website traffic, it’s even better when
Data-Based Insights For Your Facebook Posts
If you use Facebook for your business or are just getting started, this infographic is a must read.
Why Instagram Matters to Marketing
Instagram is a great place to share your photos and videos. It’s a platform where you can visually connect
30 User Experience Statistics You Should Not Ignore
When it comes to website design, user experience is a very important aspect.
6 Excuses Small Businesses Make for Not Having a Wesbite
Don’t have a website? No matter how small, every business should have a one.
38 Website Design Terms You Need to Know
When creating or redesigning your website you’ll soon learn that Website design comes with a language all its own.
Top 10 Search Marketing Tips Every Entrepreneur Should Know
How does your website rank when it comes to SEO? With a Google search, are you right there on the first page;
Top 10 Digital Branding & Marketing Trends for 2017
When it comes to branding and marketing for your company, are you ready for the new year?
How to Make Websites and Influence People
When it comes to website design, every last detail matters.
The Cost of Poor Performance
As a business owner, you want visitors who turn into customers.
Do I Need a Website Redesign?
Websites and how they are designed are constantly changing.
Good to Great: 7 Must Have Elements of a Great Blog Post
Anyone can write a blog post. But we all know it’s the great posts that attract readers.
How Typography Affects Conversions
Typography is how the printed material you use looks.
8 Ways to Keep Visitors on Your Website for Longer
Does your website have a high bounce rate? Do people visit your website only to leave a few minutes later?
7 Reasons People Don’t Trust Your Website (And How to Fix It)
When someone enters a website, one of the first things they want to know is if they can trust this company.
115 Must Know Facts about Social Media
Social media plays a vital role in every business. It’s how so many people connect in our world today.
50 Features Every Small Business Website Must Have
Make sure your website has everything it needs to promote your small business.
The Non-Desinger’s Guide to Creating Better Blog Graphics
It’s important to have great looking graphics when it comes to creating blog posts. Why? Well one main reason is that it engages the reader.
What Social Media Platforms are Best Suited for your Business
There are many social media outlets today and keeping up with all of them may seem a bit overwhelming.
Ultimate 2017 Marketing Planning Calendar
Download this handy reference for your 2017 marketing planning. Includes all the significant dates for 2016 including holidays, special sport events and special monthly designations.
5 Technical Tips for Shooting Video with your Smartphone
We have collected 5 tips to help you shoot better videos using your smartphone.