Is Clubhouse the Key to Your Social Media Strategy?

If you are looking for a new way for your small business to interact with customers in a meaningful way – take a look at Clubhouse.  What is it? Clubhouse is a relatively new and growing app that utilizes a simple medium – audio. Think of it as an online version of talk-radio. Only, anyone … Read more

Is Your Small Business Ready for Google Analytics 4?

A reprieve for small business owners making the switch to the new Google Analytics 4 (GA4). Google has moved back the sunset date for its previous product, Google Universal. But, if you are handling the marketing at your small to midsize business, it is time to start making the shift to GA4. While you still … Read more

Should Business Leaders Make Political Statements?

Does it seem like lately more and more companies are publicly taking sides in political debates? We think so too. Many business leaders have been weighing in on their political opinions in very public ways. And often, these public statements have both positive and negative reactions from the public. So, if you are a small … Read more

Marketing in a Downturn

Right now, slower economic growth, rising inflation, and increasing interest rates, means there is no question that there is uncertainty in the US Economy. We know that uncertainty can create fear for some business owners and we understand! But, economic shifts can also be great opportunities for refocus. Here are some suggestions we have for … Read more

Heat Up Your Small Business Marketing This Summer

It might be hot, but you can still make the most of it with some cool marketing projects this month! Summer is a great time for a small business marketing campaign. Here are four of our favorite summer marketing ideas. Get Involved in a Community Event. Your town is probably having a 4th of July … Read more

Get Google Reviews

Can a Lack of Reviews Kill Your Business? “Octane made getting Google reviews a breeze. Prior to their solution we had a manual and tedious way of attempting to get Google Reviews. Now it seems like 4 & 5 star Google reviews come in every week. And we don’t have to solicit our clients!” Gulf … Read more

Review Monitoring

Online reviews have a big influence on the reputation of your local business. Here are some fantastic reasons why you should monitor them.  Customer trust Gaining the trust of a new customer has always been tricky. But now, at least 9 out of 10 potential customers read reviews before they buy a product online (Trustpilot.) … Read more

Should Your Business Use Social Listening Software?

Social Listening is one of the most valuable marketing strategy tools for your business. If your Metro Atlanta business is not using social listening software, this information is for you. We will cover what it is, how to use it, and how to get it.  What is Social Listening? Social listening tracks different social media … Read more

Should Your Business Invest in the Metaverse?

Meta, the rebranded company that owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp announced they are introducing 3D avatars. So, what’s the big deal about the new 3D Facebook avatars? Is this technology useful for your company? Here is what you need to know as a small to midsize business: What is the metaverse? This technology is part … Read more