Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

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. Develop a marketing strategy specific to this media.

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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. Develop a marketing strategy specific to this media.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 9, 2011

I have a friend who runs a nationwide “traditional” business, and business has been down, like it has been for most people. I suggested that he add some social network marketing initiatives, and his answer was he is “too busy.” Develop a marketing strategy specific to this media.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 4, 2010

I have a friend who runs a nationwide “traditional” business, and business is down, like it has been for most people. I suggested that he add some social network marketing initiatives, and his answer was he is “too busy.” Here are some specifics: Create a business profile on Twitter and Facebook.

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YoungUpstarts

JULY 4, 2011

And here’s yet another: American Express OPEN launches YourBuzz , a free tool to help small businesses manage their online presence. Respond, re-tweet, take actions or create a new conversation on major social sites. Import customer profiles and contact information to segment direct marketing efforts.

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 2, 2009

It turns out that this difference has a huge impact on the business applicability of Twitter that nobody could have anticipated. On Facebook (and nearly all social networks that preceded it) the relationship was always reciprocal – if I accept your invitation to follow me then I have to follow you. Facebook.

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Mike Michalowicz

SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

He enjoys working in a variety of industries and is currently actively involved in a publishing, a MI (music instrument), and a social networking business. It’s important for any business to have a good team around you and people that you trust. For Scott, that means going out into the community and networking.

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