Why do some small businesses succeed, and thrive, while others struggle and die within a couple of years? The answer is rather simple. Those businesses that thrive and overcome risk are led not managed. Leaders are far above mere managers, or worse, simple bosses. You may not have been born a natural leader but you […]

One prevalent risk today that is generally ignored by most entrepreneurs and small business owner’s is that of their reputation especially their online reputation. What is most important in this regard is how to handle this risk across several platforms. Your reputation is affected online mostly through consumer comments and your social media elements. Customer […]

The challenges you face everyday as an entrepreneur and small business owner can be quite daunting. Running a small company isn’t just about you and your product or service. It is, also, about your employees. If you can bring them in, get them to work as a team, get them to understand that they are […]

Can a small business survive these day without a solid social media marketing strategy? As the economy continues to stagger along, it may be time to examine just how effective social media marketing can be for your company. There is some recent research released by SproutSocial that just may give you a better handle on […]

There are those companies out there who seem to be doing everything right. Operating a small business involves so many risks, so many unpredictable factors that what you really need is a company culture that will truly foster success. A successful culture, of course, starts at the top with you. It is you that everyone […]

With so much to be concerned about regarding your business, it can be easy to overlook a potential marketing weapon that can help your company immensely. One of those weapons is email. A well structured and consistently deployed email campaign can infuse new vibrancy into your business with regard to driving traffic and making those […]

Search engine optimization will continue to be your best strategy with regard to building your brand and driving traffic. Unfortunately, there are still too many  small businesses that are simply allowing their SEO efforts to lapse into irrelevance. SEO is the foundation upon which rests the success or failure of all of your online marketing […]

It seems that more and more consumers are more willing to trust social media influencers over individual brands. This seem especially true for the younger, consumer oriented generations. Social media, and the online communities that spring up, have become quite influential with regard to how many shoppers are choosing products and brands. Some recent research […]

Even in the most ideal of conditions, things are never easy for the small business owner. It seems that every time a small business owner turns around there is yet another obstacle placed in the road. So, what are the obstacles currently laying in the road? The US Chamber of Commerce recently partnered with MetLife […]

When it comes to video marketing, most small businesses know that it is a long term strategy designed to enhance their brand and to drive traffic and sales. But, there are those who just don’t seem to give video its proper due. It  has proven to be one of the most effective marketing strategies that […]