Are You Missing the QR Code Bandwagon? QR, Quick Response, Codes are extensively used by business around the world. That’s those square boxes with lots of little markings in them that seem to mean nothing. They do mean something though, and they can quickly respond with a message, link, or action to the person taking…
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10 Ways to Make Your Customers Happier What comes first on your monthly sales meeting agenda? Do you celebrate the increase in new business? Or do you review orders from existing customers? If you spend more time reviewing new business opportunities than you do taking care of existing customers, you are not alone. After all,…
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10 Reasons Why Direct Mail Marketing Still Works Many companies have written off direct mail as a thing of the past. Businesses are now focusing most of their marketing efforts on digital marketing. However, direct mail marketing still has a lot to offer. So, it would be unwise to consign this form of marketing to…
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Creating a More Diverse Workforce Even though companies with a diverse workforce are more likely to outperform their competition, many organizations still struggle with diversity and inclusion. Not only does that cut into a company’s potential profitability, but it also looks bad in the eyes of its stakeholders. For example, many socially conscious consumers choose…
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8 Ways Your Company Can Get B2B Social Media Right Social media is a big roadblock for the majority of B2B companies. Most are unsure of how to implement an effective B2B social media strategy, while others neglect it entirely. Perhaps they have a consistent content strategy for LinkedIn but forgo other platforms. If you…
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10 Blogging Mistakes to Avoid on Your Business Blog There is no doubt that a blog adds immense value to a business website. A business blog provides a platform for you to share your expertise with readers, post news about your business, and bring more traffic to your website. And what could be simpler than…
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11 Techniques to Improve Email Opt-In Rates in 2021 and Beyond According to email marketing statistics from Sumo, the average rate of visitors who subscribe to an email list is only 1.95 percent (1). Is your business suffering from low email opt-in rates? If so, it’s crucial to start thinking about how to design and…
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10 Problem Solving Strategies for Business Owners Nobody likes being faced with problems. But sometimes, running a business can seem to be nothing but a series of challenges. So, business owners must develop problem-solving strategies to help them resolve issues fast. Some say that problems are an opportunity to learn and grow. However, holding onto…
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10 Tips to Make Meetings More Productive Meetings can go one of two ways. A meeting can be a productive forum where great ideas get shared and good decisions get made. Or a meeting can be a long, drawn-out affair that achieves nothing at all. What many people seem to forget is that meetings cost…
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4 Ways to Support Small Businesses Small business is often referred to as the engine of economic growth in America. Unfortunately, small businesses are closing at a faster rate than they are being created – which is bad news when it comes to local jobs and communities. For example, when you shop at a…
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