It seems like everywhere you turn, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) is growing. As you begin to research how AI can enhance your company’s performance, marketing and research, we have a list of a few do’s and don’ts. Don’t Ignore AI. We get it. The world of artificial intelligence is intimidating. Some are afraid … Read more
Fake reviews could soon be illegal. If you have noticed a lot of fishy reviews on websites like Amazon, Google, Facebook and Yelp, you are not alone. The United States Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) estimates that 30 to 40 percent of online reviews are fake. But, there may be good news on the horizon … Read more
LinkedIn is an important part of a business social media strategy. Even though it may not get as much attention as Facebook and other social media outlets, it has many benefits that should make it a marketing opportunity. Why? Three big reasons. If you are interested in beginning or boosting your LinkedIn presence for your … Read more
Marketing has made a major shift to online and social media strategies over the past decade. And for good reason — that is the way most people communicate and consume now. But tried and true methods like direct mail are still an effective way to reach people. Here is what we think you should think … Read more
Generation Z is the newest generation entering the consumer market. And if you own a small business, you might already know that it pays to get to know them! Not only do they have growing buying power and interest in new products, but they are also great at influencing what their parents purchase. So here’s … Read more
Google made some big changes to the search engine recently. Will the changes affect how your business operates online? One of the big changes is Google Lens, which allows people to search using screenshots and photos. It is part of how online search is evolving. And is a great opportunity to gain more organic traffic from … Read more
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
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
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
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