YoungUpstarts

JULY 4, 2011

We all know how important it is for businesses to track social conversations online; recently, we’ve seen a flood of web monitoring tools just for this purpose. And here’s yet another: American Express OPEN launches YourBuzz , a free tool to help small businesses manage their online presence. The good news?

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entrepreMusings

AUGUST 4, 2011

Do-it-yourself research and inexpensive alternatives to highly-tuned studies can provide small businesses with all the market information they need. It can be the difference between continuing to run a company with limited connectivity to the customer and establishing an enterprise with an intimate relationship with its clients.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Traditional business intelligence (and data mining) software does a very good job of showing you where you’ve been. This is a whole new world for small businesses seeking enterprise application opportunities, as well social media trend challenges. Online, everyone wants to know which ad each customer is most likely to click.

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Analytics Retention Social Media Campaign 120

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 19, 2020

Build a business plan and model that is attractive to investors. I see too many business plans that are really product plans for customers, touting free services and long feature lists. It’s hard to build and scale a business on free high-support products. These are more likely scalable and investable.

Hockey Stick 386

Hockey Stick Intellectual Property Startup Non-Compete 386

Up and Running

APRIL 25, 2013

As the world increasingly goes digital, using postage mail for customer outreach has almost become an anachronism. In fact, many small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are using targeted direct mailings alongside their digital efforts to connect with customers. Enabling QR Code Technology.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 8, 2014

Others are based on misconceptions about how the business world works, what motivates customers, and so forth. Sometimes that sabotage might cost you ‘only’ a customer or a sale… but over time, a few customers here and a few dollars there can lead to your closing your doors forever. Keeping it all business, all the time.

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Technical Review Entrepreneur Florida Cofounder 254

ReadWriteStart

MARCH 29, 2023

A well-detailed business plan, a launch plan, early funding, and the right talent and equity from founders are all among the basic ingredients that can help get a startup off the ground. Look for banks that have a longstanding track record of operations, and have provided customers with the right services to get their business going.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 15, 2013

What makes embracing change even more difficult is that a business must be willing to simultaneously change internally and externally to keep progressing and remain competitive. Internal change happens within the business walls and is not necessarily customer facing. Get up close and personal with customers. .

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Florida Cofounder Tampa Technical Review 145

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 2, 2018

As an advisor to many entrepreneurs and small businesses, I often get asked where to start, and how to proceed. Digital marketing is all about establishing a voice and sending a message that customers can relate too, and makes you stand out. Put your customer at the top, rather than technology.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 2, 2013

When my friend’s small business was struggling a while back, I suggested he add some social media marketing initiatives, and his answer was that he was “too busy.” His business has since closed, but his mindset is still out there. Currently, social media is the least used of all customer interaction methods.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 20, 2018

You can keep engaged with the person you’re talking to without gazing down at your phone, by handing them a business card. They are one of the most effective direct marketing tools. Even in this digital age, they’re still one of the best ways to remind people about your small business – and therefore, to get business.

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Direct Marketing Mobile Portfolio Networking 214

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 27, 2013

billion is still spent, ever year, on direct marketing? Well, the truth is that direct mail outreach is on the rise, and is still a valuable marketing tool to consider for your small business. Consider the following numbers: 3.6%: Forecasted increase in spending on direct mail marketing in the next year.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

People use them in innumerable ways, and it’s changing how many businesses work. It’s not surprising that more and more small business are getting on the app bandwagon and enjoying a multitude of benefits: Here are six reasons why you should jump in as well: 1. Reach Potential Customers Where They Are.

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Mobile Retention Differentiation Direct Marketing 113

VC Cafe

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

The term “Growth Hacking”, invented by Sean Ellis , and made popular by Andrew Chen , a Silicon valley marketer and entrepreneur, is a combination of two disciplines – marketing and coding: Growth hackers are a hybrid of marketer and coder, one who looks at the traditional question of “How do I get customers for my product?”

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2019

It was not that long ago that marketing was a blunt instrument. Millions of direct marketing messages flooded mailboxes from coast to coast, with most of them destined for the trash. Big businesses have been using microtargeting for years now, taking advantage of big data to fine tune their messages and boost their profits.

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Social Media Startup Campaign Small Business 62

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 4, 2018

As consumers, we love free things and businesses are tapping into this psychology by investing in online coupon sites. An online coupon site is basically an advertising platform that facilitates group buying deals via direct marketing. How can businesses benefit? What are online coupon sites? Conclusion.

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Revenue Advertising Database Direct Marketing 113

Duct Tape Marketing

JUNE 1, 2017

Proof Email Marketing Converts Leads Into Customers written by Guest Post read more at Duct Tape Marketing. As a small business, lead conversion can mean a lot of things to different people. And then get busy working on boosting your lead conversions through email marketing. Take a look.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 7, 2013

Build a business plan and model that is attractive to investors. I see too many business plans that are really product plans for customers, touting free services and long feature lists. It’s hard to build and scale a business on free high-support products. These are more likely scalable and investable.

Hockey Stick 278

Hockey Stick Intellectual Property Startup Non-Compete 278

Mike Michalowicz

SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

Pay off your credit cards, and start focusing on how you can bring in new business. Get involved with direct marketing, go into media (news channels, radio shows, etc) to build credibility. Nextiva – VOIP phone providers for small businesses. TSheets – The #1 customer rated time tracking solution!

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Fractional CTO Cofounder Early Stage Social Network 60

Duct Tape Marketing

AUGUST 11, 2016

The Cost of Customer Acquisition: How Much Can You Spend to Earn New Business? written by Guest Post read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing has become a very data-driven discipline. In marketing, like baseball, there are lots of things to measure. So what is the lifetime value of your average customer?

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Acquisition Cost Customer .Net 43

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Hopefully you’ve given some thought to your brand : what makes you different and memorable, your product/market fit and your audience. Now it’s all about getting your brand in front of the right customers. We know you’re busy getting your business off the ground and perfecting your product. No coding wizardry needed.

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Duct Tape Marketing

MAY 17, 2011

SIMPLE, EFFECTIVE AND AFFORDABLE SMALL BUSINESS MARKETING Home About Consulting Products Programs Workshops Blog Resources Contact Subscribe by RSS Subscribe to Duct Tape Marketing by Email Small Business Week 2011 Our winners! He is the co-author of Get Content Get Customers.

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Small Business Marketing Cofounder Social Media 54

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 9, 2011

It seems to me that there is abundant proof in the marketplace of the financial returns to both large and small businesses, the low cost of entry, and the ubiquity of social networks. I suspect that a good part of the problem is that startup and small business owners still don’t know where or how to start.

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Social Media Media Marketing Social Network 261

YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Here are some traditional marketing techniques that you can’t afford to ignore. Direct mail. When was the last time you sent physical mail to your customers? Many new and small business neglect this entirely. They focus solely on email mailing lists and social media to take care of their direct marketing.

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Marketing Social Media SEO Reputation 100

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 14, 2016

Build a business plan and model that is attractive to investors. I see too many business plans that are really product plans for customers, touting free services and long feature lists. It’s hard to build and scale a business on free high-support products. These are more likely scalable and investable.

Hockey Stick 120

Hockey Stick Intellectual Property Non-Compete Business Model 120

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 4, 2010

According to this study from last year, over 65% of existing small businesses still ignore social media for marketing, so he is still the rule rather than the exception. I suspect that a good part of the problem is that startup and small business owners still don’t know where or how to start. What’s the problem?

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Social Media Media Marketing Social Network 222

Women Entrepreneurs Can

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Create A Direct Marketing Channel. They can give people information about your business, they can be a price-checking tool, they can allow customers access to a booking form. They might offer customers access to a members’ only area, or special offers and discounts. Improve Customer Engagement.

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Mobile Channel Direct Marketing Sales 52

Duct Tape Marketing

MAY 9, 2017

Hello and welcome to another episode of the Duct Tape Marketing podcast. And so they are devouring click-throughs that used to go to either a small business website or even a big brand website that might have a local presence. David thanks for joining me. John: So let’s talk about snippets.

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Search Technical Review SEO Small Business 31

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 11, 2015

Build a business plan and model that is attractive to investors. I see too many business plans that are really product plans for customers, touting free services and long feature lists. It’s hard to build and scale a business on free high-support products. These are more likely scalable and investable.

Hockey Stick 120

Hockey Stick Intellectual Property Non-Compete Business Model 120

Lightspeed Venture Partners

DECEMBER 3, 2010

Similarly, the check-in services are attracting experimental budgets from national retailers as well as forward thinking small businesses who are eager to attract new customers into their stores, and reward regular customers. They are taking advantage of cheap media to cost effectively acquire new customers.

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Internet eCommerce Advertising Flash 111

Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 2, 2009

I’m now moving from the 101 basics into the business applications. Twitter is the new CRM (customer relationship management) channel. Capture the data – the currency of online direct marketing prior to Twitter was the email address. Are they recommending you to friends or telling people how badly you suck?

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Conversion Management Social Network Philadelphia 235

Duct Tape Marketing

MAY 23, 2014

Six “Killer” Tips to Bring Your Outbound Marketing Back to Life written by Guest Post read more at Small Business Marketing Blog from Duct Tape Marketing. It is guest post day here at Duct Tape Marketing and today’s guest is from Gal Borenstein – Enjoy! . Is outbound marketing finally dead?

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Marketing Vietnam Virginia Direct Marketing 69

mashable.com

JULY 18, 2012

This is a emerging industry and GLIIF is poised to capture a large market share in a very short period of time. GLIIF’s initial offering includes a brand-able and blend-able custom encrypted image at a low cost of entry, pre re-direction marketing services and full analytics. Small business.

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San Francisco Acquisition Social Media Mobile 104

crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Navigating the transition between a salaried employee and running your own consulting business can be tricky. People often ask: How do I get clients for my consulting business? Can I start a consulting business while working full time? How do I become a small business consultant? Fill In the Business Blanks.

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Small Business Administration Small Business Social Media Elevator Pitch 86

Mike Michalowicz

APRIL 27, 2015

That business was acquired by Hobsons, a unit of UK-based DMGT, where Dooley served as VP Digital Marketing and continues in a consulting role. Dooley spent years in direct marketing as the co-founder of a successful catalog firm and also was director of corporate planning for a Fortune 1000 company. Show Links.

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Tennessee Cofounder Direct Marketing Engineer 60

Up and Running

AUGUST 28, 2015

anti-spam legislation will be met if you follow the two guidelines I laid out in Part 1 and Part 2 of this article: Don’t mislead your customers, and make sure that you are collecting your customers’ private information legally. Anti-spam laws when emailing customers about your special deals: In the U.K., In the U.S.,

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Direct Marketing Advertising Email Sales 60

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Twenty-three percent of small business owners say that out of all the tasks involved in running their business, being a salesperson is their least favorite , making sales the least favorite task after bookkeeping, an eVoice survey found. Second, mention the savings, working out the actual math for the customer.

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