04 August 2017
Do you have  marketing manners?

Do you have marketing manners?


Do you have marketing manners? Do you pause to say ‘thank you’ to your customers on a regular basis?‘Thank you’ – two little,...
28 July 2017
Tips to great marketing

Tips to great marketing


Joe Chernov said "Good marketing makes the company look smart. Great marketing makes the customer feel smart.” Here are a few thoughts to consi...
21 July 2017
Why should a business recognize its anniversary?

Why should a business recognize its anniversary?


Celebrating a business anniversary isn’t a waste of time; it’s a potent marketing tool. Whether it’s 40 years or just two or three, e...
14 July 2017
How does print stack up against other media?

How does print stack up against other media?


by Karen JamesI get told quite frequently “I know I should be doing some kind of advertising, but I don’t know where to start or what the be...
07 July 2017
Position your business where your  target audience will find it

Position your business where your target audience will find it


Whether you like it or not, the success of your business is driven by your competitors. They determine your market share, your profit level, how fast ...
30 June 2017
Things to consider with word of mouth marketing

Things to consider with word of mouth marketing


I’m always taken aback at comments like “I’ve been in business for years and have never advertised.” Some businesses are satisfied...
23 June 2017
Making smart advertising choices

Making smart advertising choices


by Karen JamesSaying I’ll advertise when business picks up is like an employee saying: give me a raise and I promise I’ll show up for work o...
09 June 2017
How do you attract attention to your business?

How do you attract attention to your business?


By Karen JamesATTENTION – the principal currency of a business. How do you attract attention to your business when there are numerous options for...