Up and Running

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

PR can do wonders for your startup or small business, but not all strategies have proven to be effective. Below, 16 entrepreneurs from the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) share the one PR strategy they think all startups and small businesses should stop using, and why. Over-the-Top Self-Promotion.

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Up and Running

JUNE 14, 2010

This was before the great recession, but in the middle of the explosion of web apps and social media. And the beneath-the-surface rumblings were about how it was screwing up the venture capital business model. In The Rise of Super Angels over at Small Business Labs, Steve King offers a good summary of a new trend.

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Mike Michalowicz

DECEMBER 18, 2012

Thanks to Asha Spacek of UR FEW MEDIA, LLC / UR SUPERMODELS. If you lead a speaking and training business likelihood is you”re passionate about your business. You may not be as good at marketing, sales, social media and generating the kind of publicity required to be a huge success. Never Take A Break.

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crowdSPRING Blog

AUGUST 6, 2018

Many small businesses assume that brands start and end with a logo, and overlook all of the other important marketing content that is a part of any substantial branding effort. Try using an RSS (Really Simple Syndication) tool to stay in touch with important thought leaders speaking to your audience. Duct Tape Marketing.

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Duct Tape Marketing

MAY 22, 2015

The Minimalist Guide To Managing Your Brand Reputation Online written by Guest Post read more at Small Business Marketing Blog from Duct Tape Marketing. If you find a great review somewhere, spread it on social media and display it on your site as a badge of honor and proof of great service. Step #3: Be vigilant.

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crowdSPRING Blog

APRIL 25, 2018

Your small business may have a terrific product or service. But that still may not be enough to keep your business alive. In fact, 50% of small businesses fold by their fifth year. But you don’t have to leave the success or failure of your business to chance. Leads are vital to any business.

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Brandanew

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

As a Startup or a small business, the way to get all your Content marketing initiatives to gain steam and work for you effectively is to create a culture of content. Working with brands and trying to be aware of the industry trends also exposes us to a lot of brand fails in the content marketing and social media industry.

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Duct Tape Marketing

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

You know Robert talks about BabyCenter.com from Johnson and Johnson all the time and how they created this standalone media property that enables them to not only sell more of their stuff but to create more products and services that they never thought was possible. John Jantsch: Because social media marketing requires content.

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mashable.com

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

5 Essential Spreadsheets for Social Media Analytics. Ann blogs on search and social media tools. Social media analytics and tracking can be very time-consuming and expensive. You’ll find quite a few smart social media monitoring tools, but what if you can’t afford them?

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ReadWriteStart

JUNE 1, 2021

However, this means the amount they can offer is somewhat lower than what a venture capitalist may provide, ranging somewhere between $200,000 for individuals and up to $350,000 or greater for syndicates. Instead, they usually ask for a stake in your business, either through equity or convertible debt. Small Business Grants.

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crowdSPRING Blog

JULY 13, 2015

Startups and small businesses face a steep learning curve when it comes to online marketing. The rule of thumb is to experiment in small batches and, as quickly as possible, identify the losers and stop the experiment. Does this mean that you should avoid online marketing and social media channels? Absolutely not!

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Duct Tape Marketing

MAY 8, 2013

Back then, podcasting was new, iTunes had just burst onto the scene and an army of podcasters embraced this new RSS driven way to syndicate content. But then social media came along and things like Twitter and Facebook made podcasting seem so last decade. The Human Business Way by Chris Brogan : Business with a soul.

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Duct Tape Marketing

AUGUST 25, 2014

written by Guest Post read more at Small Business Marketing Blog from Duct Tape Marketing. If you watch any television at all, chances are you’ve stumbled across one of the many reality TV shows that turn the day-to-day drama of a small business into prime time entertainment.

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Duct Tape Marketing

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

I recorded a podcast on this topic that may shed more light on it for you – Content Marketing for Small Business. Blogs – A blog should be your starting point for your content strategy because it makes content production, syndication and sharing so easy. Develop your content delivery platform.

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Duct Tape Marketing

AUGUST 11, 2014

10 Ways to Supercharge Your B2B Lead Generation Efforts written by John Jantsch read more at Small Business Marketing Blog from Duct Tape Marketing. 2) Social relationship building. Many B2B businesses are looking for a few dozen good clients, so I find it odd that they get sucked into the friends, likes and followers trap.

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Software By Rob

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

In addition to youtube I’m extracting the audio (which takes a few seconds) and they audio version is syndicated to iTunes. Social Media. I’m no social media guru and without paying for ads it’s not easy to build a following on social media.

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Duct Tape Marketing

NOVEMBER 15, 2013

written by John Jantsch read more at Small Business Marketing Blog from Duct Tape Marketing Friday is “Question of the Week” day here at Duct Tape Marketing. Paid syndication. Related posts: Social Media Profiles as Tools for Links and Traffic There are many reasons to get more involved in social.

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mashable.com

JULY 10, 2012

Jobs Events Try Our New Social News App Welcome to Mashable! However, some individuals or small businesses have found success through affiliations with major retailers. Latest Social Media News. Business & Marketing. The Social Good Brief. Latest Media News. Social Media Lists.

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Mike Michalowicz

JUNE 1, 2015

Shama and Tim discuss how you can use social media marketing to turn your business into a profitable one. A trusted media expert and sought-after TV personality, Shama has frequently appeared on Fox Business, CBS, CW33 and Fox News. Nextiva – VOIP phone providers for small businesses.

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Occam's Razor

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

From creating retirement security to helping businesses grow to the five challenges, just amazingly helpful content. [I I would have never bumped into my Prudential commercial in any place other than YT because of how I consume media.] In the Build stage we use YouTube as an media platform. #4. Small, initial efforts are ok.

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mashable.com

MAY 5, 2011

With more than 40 million monthly pageviews, Mashable is the most prolific news site reporting breaking web news, providing analysis of trends, reviewing new Web sites and services, and offering social media resources and guides. ); // Welcome to Mashable! Sign in with Facebook or Twitter to get started! Have an account?

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mashable.com

JANUARY 18, 2012

There are endless paths to take when brainstorming your new business name. But for many small business owners and entrepreneurs, the naming process is fraught with uncertainty and doubt. A business begins with a name — the cornerstone of company identity that shapes branding, company tone and first impressions.

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mashable.com

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Facebook 2012: What the Future Holds for the Social Media Powerhouse. Follow Mashable Business. Subscribe to the Business channel. More Stories in Business. Small Businesses Plan to Buy an iPad in 2012 [STUDY]. Latest Social Media News. Business & Marketing. The Social Good Brief.

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mashable.com

AUGUST 20, 2011

August 20, 2011 by Lauren Drell 1 Share on Tumblr email share Share on Tumblr email share This post originally appeared on the American Express OPEN Forum , where Mashable regularly contributes articles about leveraging social media and technology in small business. Have an account? Let us know in the comments below.

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mashable.com

JANUARY 23, 2012

This post originally appeared on the American Express OPEN Forum , where Mashable regularly contributes articles about leveraging social media and technology in small business. In the life cycle of an entrepreneur, shutting the doors on a business isn’t necessarily a gloomy situation. Small business.

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Software By Rob

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

In addition to youtube I’m extracting the audio (which takes a few seconds) and they audio version is syndicated to iTunes. Social Media. I’m no social media guru and without paying for ads it’s not easy to build a following on social media.

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mashable.com

SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

Sign in All Social Media Tech & Gadgets Business & Marketing Video Mobile Dev & Design Media Social Good Startups Classifieds Mashable Infographics Prev Next How Are People Using Twitter? Have an account?

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mashable.com

SEPTEMBER 14, 2011

Now more than ever, social media channels are increasingly the norm, so further investing in community activities like meet-ups and workshops can add a face-to-face element — one that is extremely valuable. Jobs Welcome to Mashable! Founded in 2005, Mashable is headquartered in New York City with an office in San Francisco.

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ConversionXL

JUNE 16, 2022

But they might want to read a customer story on how you helped a small business succeed. The majority of these interactions are self-guided from sources including social media, syndicated content, and industry-specific resources. To secure a sale, you have to show up where your audience is looking for information.

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mashable.com

OCTOBER 11, 2011

World Featured in US & World Featured: Facebook iPhone 4S Media Summit. Sign up for her course on “ PR for Startups ” to learn more about getting media coverage for your fledgling business. Look for people writing about hiring, about real estate about small business in general. Latest Social Media News.

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mashable.com

JANUARY 13, 2012

Companies should take social media seriously …it’s definitely here to stay! Latest Social Media News. Business & Marketing. The Social Good Brief. Latest Media News. 33 New Digital Media Resources You May Have Missed. Social Media Lists. Social Network Lists.

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mashable.com

NOVEMBER 2, 2011

World Featured in US & World Featured: Facebook iPhone 4S Media Summit. 20 TV Shows With the Most Social Media Buzz This Week [CHART]. Latest Social Media News. Business & Marketing. The Social Good Brief. Latest Media News. Social Media Lists. Social Network Lists.

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mashable.com

MARCH 7, 2011

Mashable | The Social Media Guide Viral Topics Twitter YouTube Facebook iPhone Google Video About Mashable Company About Us Advertise Submit News Contact Us Announcements Resources Guidebooks Lists How To Trending Twitter List Directory Mashable Awards Subscriptions Partners W3 EDGE Rackspace Concentric Sky Dynect DNS Intridea Welcome to Mashable!

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mashable.com

MAY 5, 2011

In April, “stealth” social media startup Kohort announced its upcoming launch. After someone signs up for your site, you ask them to share it with their friends through various social media channels and/or email. ); //]]> Welcome to Mashable! Sign in with Facebook or Twitter to get started! Have an account?

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Mike Michalowicz

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Melinda Emerson, America’s #1 Small Business Expert joins Episode 16 of the Profit First Podcast. Melinda talks about what it takes to start a business, and how to successfully keep it going. Emerson, known as SmallBizLady, is America’s #1 Small Business Expert. Show Summary. Show Quotes. Show Sponsors.

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mashable.com

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

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Duct Tape Marketing

AUGUST 17, 2017

For many entrepreneurs and small business owners, it lies in creating content profitably and sustainably over the long haul. I would share it on all my social media accounts – Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, and Google Plus – plus send out an email newsletter to my blog subscribers using MailChimp.

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