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Somebody Pick Up The Phone!

Treat customers as you’d like to be treated. After all, if you really needed something fixed, wouldn’t you want the service provider to return YOUR call quickly?

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Putting In His Two Cents

There’s nothing wrong with borrowing an idea that has previously proved to be effective. Just scale it to your business and your staff so you don’t get overwhelmed.

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Why Should You Use Testimonials?

It’s a safe conclusion that a customer writing a testimonial and/or recommending you isn’t likely to give the next order to your competitor.

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Elon Musk WON'T Buy Twitter!

Elon Musk likes that everyone’s talking about him right now. His ploy’s generated millions in free publicity, making every company ask how their own marketing plans will be impacted?

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People Still Use Business Cards?

A few meeting attendees neglected to bring a sufficient supply of cards before recognizing they’d missed an opportunity to be remembered.

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Now I Won’t Shut Up

Regardless of what you sell, you can find lots of business if you speak at appropriate conferences or other rooms with the right audience.

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Writig With ABbrockennn Keybboard

Customers care about their problems, not yours. Meaning if you don’t address their concerns quickly, they’re certain to tell everyone what rotten service they’ve gotten from you.

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Does Your Name Really Matter?

If you insist on naming the company to satisfy your ego, plan to have a robust marketing budget for promoting yourself and building recognition. You’re going to need it.

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We’ve Stopped Getting Chin’s Delivered

Regardless of how much automation we have in our lives, people still prefer personal connections and feeling like they’re talking to the actual people they’re buying from.

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First Bombs. Then...Beer?

Things can sometimes shift overnight, and marketers who aren’t paying attention can get caught in an unpleasant environment.

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Thoughts on Launching a Business

If you’re seeking fresh opportunities, look at your hobbies, skills, and friendships. Whether you’re looking for new ventures or side hustles, consider what makes you happy and see if there are gaps in the marketplace. Opportunity may be closer than you think, but doing it properly is a bit more involved than you realized.

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Laughing At My Blue Jeans

Mirroring the way a prospective client dresses can be a big first step towards building a bridge. After all, people do business with those they know, like, and trust. If someone thinks you’re like them, they’re more likely to trust you.

Customers: Problems, or opportunities?

Whoever is talking with customers, from the CEO down to customer service representatives, better be able to help address customer issues quickly and efficiently.

Ask Customers What They Think

Regardless of what you sell, you can benefit from customer feedback, new prospective clientele, and testimonials. It’s as easy as asking a few questions to your existing customer list.

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Don’t Pour Concrete Down Your Kitchen Sink

Regardless of what you sell, whoever is answering your phone is the first line of defense, and the information being provided to consumers may make all the difference in whether you close the deal.

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Who The FRIG Is This?

Regardless of what you sell, it’s critical to point recipients towards a website for more information. This reinforces the brand name in a customer’s mind while also potentially opening additional sales opportunities.

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The Tale of the Stout Bottle

New year is the perfect time to take stock in your business and re-examine your branding, packaging, and strategies. Because, regardless of what you sell, you too can probably increase sales by changing your image.

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Organizing Your Business For 2022

Composition notebooks are great for developing your business plan. You can’t tear out the pages, and any ideas you scribble down are still there six months later.

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Why You Shouldn’t Burn Bridges

Always treat others with respect. You never know who they’re talking to about you.

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10 Steps For Better Job Hunting

While a polished resume is essential to your job hunt, it's not the sole factor for success. These 10 strategies will improve chances of landing a great job, increase your visibility, hone professional appeal, and grab attention from potential employers.

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