Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Top 10 Benefits of Social Media




Ten benefits of social media are presented in this video.  I borrowed the list from Complete Developer's eNewsletter because I have a lot of respect for the company. . The eNewsletter gives more information about each one.
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 If you would like to read the article go to  www.completedeveloper.com

Many small business owners will look at this and think social media is the end all, cure all.  What the small business owner doesn't realize is how much time it takes to develop that following, resulting in unreal expectations.  As a small business owner please remember the following about social media: 
  • Pin, post, upload, etc. consistently 
  • Cross promotion between the social medias is vital
  • Having an email list to make clients aware  is golden
  • Takes a lot of time and effort to search for your target market 
  • Give the social media time to develop 
  • Think long term
If you remember this points and are diligent, social media can be an awesome asset to your marketing plan. 

Tuesday, August 12, 2014

How Do You Choose Names for Your Pinterest Boards?


One of the Top 3 questions I get asked is "How Do I Choose Names for My Pinterest Boards?"  Peers seem to be more concerned about the name of their boards than the description of their pins.  Below is a short video giving hints for naming your boards.  Shadow, the Pinterest Tipster, sends the message "Enjoy and take notes." 

Thursday, August 7, 2014

Do you Need a Website?



Think a website is not important.  Think again.  That is where you make the sale. However, don't just throw one up there.  Think carefully about who you hire.  Take a look at these hints before you look.
For more information click here http://blog.completedeveloper.com/doing-it-right-the-first-time-5-ways-building-a-website-is-like-building-a-house-or-office/