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MAP Your Path to GROW Your Small Business. Advice from Small Business Marketing Strategist Gail Gardner and collaborators on social media and local SEO.
2023-08-17 20:44
In today’s digital age, the power of video content cannot be underestimated. Whether you’re a business owner, content creator, or an individual looking to share your stories, lev… Read More
2023-08-07 19:28
No one would have imagined the changes occurring with mobile technology in health care. And who could have predicted the changes due to COVID-19? Are you aware of the severe shortages in com… Read More
2023-07-17 00:18
We all have witnessed the crazy adoption of ChatGPT, and it has now been a daily driver for several industries — be it content or development. Although the tool has helped in the mains… Read More
2023-06-26 21:17
How often have you wanted to contact someone, but didn’t have their email address or phone number? Would you be impressed if you could search using only someone’s name and find t… Read More
2023-06-18 23:53
The tax schedule presents a fresh set of challenges for accountants and managers, as they navigate the intricacies of tax deadlines and compliance. While tax season is often met with trepida… Read More
2023-06-16 20:38
Employee retention credit (ERC) can be very beneficial to employers. ERC is a refundable federal tax credit that is designed to encourage employers to keep employees on payroll during the CO… Read More
2023-05-29 20:19
No investment market is easy to understand, but real estate can be uniquely volatile. It is then important to develop a strong understanding of the market before investment. This can be chal… Read More
2023-05-18 16:13
As the business sector continues to grow, so do marketing tactics. New types of marketing tactics allow businesses to stay ahead of the curve and gain a leg up against the competition. One n… Read More
2023-05-12 17:49
Warren Buffett, CEO of the massive conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway, is widely known as the “Oracle of Omaha” for his ability to seemingly predict the future of the stock market a… Read More
2023-05-09 21:17
The complexity of the modern age serves as a double-edged sword and, as complexity grows, both the benefits and challenges of technology steepen. Modern innovations such as cloud infrastruct… Read More
2023-04-14 07:29
Are you struggling with selling your ecommerce products? If your answer is “yes,” then you have to redefine your ecommerce marketing strategies.
This post contains 10 remarkable… Read More
2023-03-19 22:41
In this article, we will be going over everything you need to know about how to perform a content audit, as well as useful tools for content auditing.
Content auditing is the process of syst… Read More
2023-03-11 21:21
Most companies in the past never worried about video creation unless they were releasing a TV commercial.
While that was fine years ago, research shows that video creation is becoming essent… Read More
2023-02-07 18:35
In November of 2022, the world officially reached a human population of 8 billion people.
China remains the world’s most populous country, though India is close to passing them. Both c… Read More
2023-01-29 11:04
The power of giving a gift can have an enormous impact on either one person or an entire community.
Since we are reaching the end of the season of gift giving, it would be appropriate to dis… Read More
2023-01-26 10:07
The holiday season was a high point of gift giving. But when it comes to corporate gifting, this is a year round affair.
As any good gift giver can tell you, finding the right present for s… Read More
2022-11-10 16:26
If you sell products – this post is important to you.
Most physical stores and many online stores, and specifically Amazon, require UPC codes for products listed for sale.
This post is… Read More
2022-11-01 19:04
If you’re looking for an alternative to YouTube, you might want to check out reasons to use Rumble instead.
Rumble is a video-sharing platform that has a number of advantages over You… Read More
2022-10-12 03:14
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is far more complicated than the typical dentist or other small business owner knows. But how do you find a qualified dental SEO expert?
It is sad to see so… Read More
2022-09-20 19:07
It is no secret that the digital workspaces are becoming more and more integrated into the traditional day.
In-person employees switch through multiple online apps and whole businesses meet… Read More
2022-07-16 02:58
You know your website rankings are important. If you didn’t, you probably wouldn’t be reading this in the first place, right?
Even with that knowledge, though, finding… Read More
2022-05-28 11:57
Whether you’re a photographer, writer, designer, accountant or programmer, if you earn your living as a freelancer, you probably love the fact that you’re far more in control of… Read More
2022-05-26 18:29
Ecommerce is a highly competitive sector, often with tight profit margins. Even small differences between companies and their ecommerce supply chain management can have big effects on profit… Read More
2022-03-18 17:41
If you have tried different strategies to rank your videos and none are working, you need to learn about Video SEO.
Creating and editing videos take a lot of time and effort, and the reward… Read More
2022-03-16 17:36
Are you looking to gain a better understanding of UX design? If so, you’re in the right place. This article will go through the five critical stages of the UX design process.
Firstly… Read More
2022-02-08 20:21
There’s a very real problem for the owners of SMBs: you need to spend money to make money. Enter revenue based financing as a solution.
It is a daunting prospect to borrow the money t… Read More
2022-01-07 06:09
Water…the most important necessity for life – our life. Few realize that in the hierarchy of needs water comes first. It is more important than food and shelter. And those three… Read More
2021-12-31 22:11
In preparation for a career in marketing, people often focus on the creative part or the technology. They realize how important it is to connect with people.
But, too often the consumer is… Read More
2021-12-14 23:58
Have you ever missed a credit card or loan payment? You may be surprised to learn that even if you “caught up” on your payments, your personal credit may still have taken a hit&n&hell…Read More
2021-12-14 20:22
Have you been looking at your bank account balance at the end of each month and wondering where your money is?
Obviously bills can sneak up on us and accumulate quickly. But did you know th… Read More
2021-12-12 21:14
In order to leverage the full benefits of marketing, it is important to have a documented marketing plan. Marketing is an essential part of a business, serving as the backbone of all a compa… Read More
2021-12-09 01:38
According to research from Into the Minds, there are many reasons why people start their own businesses.
These are the top reasons they give:
The desire for more autonomy
Recognition of a s… Read More
2021-12-05 16:12
In such a fast-paced digital era, entrepreneurs need to remain on top of their game. Allow me to enlighten you with the “Top 5 Powerful Tools for Entrepreneurs” that I use.
They… Read More
2021-12-05 03:08
Ever notice how when you put on an outfit you love you have an extra pep in your step? According to Vogue, your outfit may alter how you approach and interact with the world.
On the other ha… Read More
2021-11-04 19:23
The failure rate for new businesses is a lot higher than most people would like to think.
The number of companies that failed during the pandemic was even higher. This is due to the phenome… Read More
2021-11-01 05:47
It’s a common scene after work – a few coworkers leaving the office ask you to join them for a few drinks at a nearby bar or nightclub.
Custom Image by NewHorizons123.comYou migh… Read More
2021-10-20 17:19
Financial data analysis has become the bedrock of modern business. This is due to rapid advancements in technology and our increasing capacity to leverage data to our benefit.
Sophisticated… Read More
2021-10-11 20:35
Cybercriminals increasingly employ sophisticated tactics in their online disruptions, costing organizations $2.9 million every single minute.
Research from RiskIQ also found that major busi… Read More
2021-10-06 04:16
Creating a content marketing strategy is not easy. In fact, there are many people who have made mistakes that cost them valuable time and money.
So, if you want to avoid these mistakes, the… Read More
2021-09-27 09:27
In this current age of globalization, overall business integration, and rapidly evolving trading environments, new technologies and business investment ideas are constantly being introduced… Read More
2021-09-23 05:01
From follower trackers to keyword analyzers, there are all kinds of Twitter monitoring tools that you can use.
Although many bloggers and businesses have used a Twitter Followers App, monit… Read More
![Why Using A Personal Cell Phone, At Your Employer’s Request, Is A Good Thing [Infographics]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-137622250.w320.jpg "Why Using A Personal Cell Phone, At Your Employer’s Request, Is A Good Thing [Infographics]")
2021-09-20 13:54
For many people, the line between their personal and work lives becomes blurry at times throughout their careers.
One of the most common ethical issues that people face today is whether it… Read More
2021-09-19 23:45
It is common knowledge that the internet is competitive, but do you know just how fierce the competition for readership really is?
Image Source: Pexels
Just today alone, 7 million blog post… Read More
2021-09-12 22:22
Does creating a blogging schedule make you feel stressed? Many entrepreneurs don’t like to have set appointments. It takes away their freedom of time. But having a set schedule for you… Read More
![Mastering Google Analytics FREE ECourses + Google Analytics 360? [Infographic]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-4014846844.w320.jpg "Mastering Google Analytics FREE ECourses + Google Analytics 360? [Infographic]")
2021-09-09 17:49
How Web Analytics works is incredibly complex so it is important to get a basic understanding of what it is and how it works BEFORE you start making decisions based on what you see.
Since G… Read More
2021-09-07 21:47
An accessible website will boost your business growth through increased engagement, better conversion rates, and more potential customers.
Sparking engagement among users is crucial for bus… Read More
![Enhance E-commerce Security To Prevent Costly Financial Losses [Infographic]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-4148944028.w320.jpg "Enhance E-commerce Security To Prevent Costly Financial Losses [Infographic]")
2021-09-06 05:57
Poll after poll reveals the biggest concern facing the typical e-commerce business. It is cyber-security threats due to the rise in mobile access to e-commerce websites.
And it is… Read More
2021-08-23 14:47
Viral Content Bee.com: now with Telegram
Ann Smarty gave us an early heads up about Viral Content Buzz (VCB) when it first launched. Now she has let us know that Viral Content Buzz has bee… Read More
![How And Why To Get A College-Level Education Free Online [Infographic]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-4213881154.w320.jpg "How And Why To Get A College-Level Education Free Online [Infographic]")
2021-07-29 22:19
A college education isn’t just for the fresh out of high school crowd. Adults that have been creating their niche in the workforce are going back in droves.
Why? For starters, as tech… Read More
![7 Must-Haves For A Landing Page [Infographics]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-4264874842.w320.jpg "7 Must-Haves For A Landing Page [Infographics]")
2021-07-28 01:07
A landing page plays a major role in grabbing the attention of your prospects.
Photo by Christopher HarrisIf done the right way, this page can be a dream come true when it comes to generatin… Read More
2021-06-25 20:32
There’s never been a better time for marketers to see, understand and respond to the customer journey.
Not long ago, effective marketing and product development was based on highly su… Read More
2021-06-23 20:00
Most people never start a website. They might think they need to be tech-savvy. Or they think there’s too much competition and are afraid their platform will never grab the attention n… Read More
2021-06-22 10:11
The vast majority of internet users, including bloggers, really don’t know the difference between one web hosting service and the next. They think “cloud hosting” is when y… Read More
2021-06-16 19:14
GrowMap collaborates with many women who are bloggers, consultants, and stay-at-home-moms (SAHMs). Whether you choose to pursue a degree and a corporate position – or prefer the freedo… Read More
2021-06-13 23:56
Is your dream to be full-time blogging to make money?
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As a full-time blogger today, this question came along over on Reddit… Read More
2021-05-26 16:07
If you are looking for ways to grow your business, expanding your brand globally might be one of your best options.
Aside from extending your reach to more customers, it will also allow you… Read More
2021-04-25 22:35
I’ve previously invited my audience to join me in the BizSugar Mastermind small business community. And I’ve shared about the new BizSugar Live Webinars, too.
Today is a great d… Read More
2021-04-22 20:52
Whether you want to expand your small business into additional countries or visit a manufacturing facility outside the U.S., you need a passport.
Americans can no longer simply drive to Mex… Read More
2021-04-20 17:45
Entrepreneurship is the lifeblood of any capitalist economy. In the United States, there are 627,000 new businesses every year.
Unfortunately, not all of them survive. An estimated 595,000… Read More
2021-04-18 04:25
The first person you usually see when you enter a doctor’s office is the medical receptionist. This person will gather your insurance information.
They may also inform the doctor that… Read More
2021-04-16 14:49
This is information I specifically requested from Sharon Hurley Hall so that she could share her experience and knowledge with all of my readers who aspire to make a living from writing.
Sh… Read More
![How A 26 Year Old Built A Brand That Changed Over A Million Lives [Infographic]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-4154156604.w320.jpg "How A 26 Year Old Built A Brand That Changed Over A Million Lives [Infographic]")
2021-04-14 22:23
Making a business a success is difficult. But making your business a success and changing the lives of others at the same time is almost impossible.
Fam Mirza, the founder and CEO of 1Face… Read More
![How A Small Business Can Compete With A Major Brand Selling Similar Products [Infographic]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-3068463770.w320.jpg "How A Small Business Can Compete With A Major Brand Selling Similar Products [Infographic]")
2021-04-13 16:05
Small business owners typically face one major hurdle when building their own niches in the market: contending against bigger competitors. But any small business can compete with major brand… Read More
2021-04-12 00:29
You are all invited to connect with me on these regularly scheduled events. Small businesses and the agencies and freelancers providing them services have many challenges today.
In the BizS… Read More
2021-03-15 01:17
Has it ever occurred to you to boost your local real estate business using SEO during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Many business owners, especially real estate agents, might think that there is n… Read More
2021-03-08 03:54
Influencer marketing works.
A case study by TapInfluence and Nielsen Catalina Solutions found that influencer marketing – the practice of working with influential online personalities… Read More
2021-03-01 02:58
Selling is open-ended work. As a sales rep, you’re often given the benefit of designing your own work structure; your routine, your methods, and your accounts reflect how you make the… Read More
2020-12-14 23:43
Everyone can benefit from spending a little less each month. If you reduce monthly expenses you’ll be able to save more.
Most Americans have relatively little personal savings. Part o… Read More
2020-11-29 23:44
Every blog has a goal – even if you don’t define it before you start blogging. Find out how to use a blog to promote your services below.
Deciding what your goal will be in adva… Read More
2020-11-26 19:08
Business growth is always a top priority for business owners, especially in today’s fast paced digital age.
Businesses that leverage digital mobile means to reach customers are maximi… Read More
2020-11-10 00:08
Do you know how to use an inexpensive customer relationship management (CRM) solution to keep track of your connections so you can provide services to some and refer customers to others?
We… Read More
![Why You Need To Invest In Mobile Marketing [Infographic]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-1818358437.w320.jpg "Why You Need To Invest In Mobile Marketing [Infographic]")
2020-11-02 15:02
When my 19-year-old brother recently got off his shift at Chick-Fil-A and checked his phone, he told me that he had over 300 unread text messages.
He says that the most unread texts he&rsquo&hell…Read More
2020-11-01 21:41
Many small business owners don’t have the budget to sponsor massive advertising campaigns.
That’s why they rely on grassroots marketing to help them get their message across to… Read More
![Bullying Prevention: Taking A Stand Against Bullying [Infographic]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-1864973809.w320.jpg "Bullying Prevention: Taking A Stand Against Bullying [Infographic]")
2020-11-01 17:26
Remember when bullying prevention was a big deal in the media? Where has all the coverage gone?
It is doubtful that bullying has simply ceased. October is still National Bullying Prevention… Read More
![Networking – The Dirty Word Of Business [Infographic: College & Remote Networking]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-4204508388.w320.jpg "Networking – The Dirty Word Of Business [Infographic: College & Remote Networking]")
2020-10-31 17:45
It doesn’t matter what field of business you’re in, no business is an island. We all need to network — but maybe not in the sense you think I mean.
It may be alien to many… Read More
![Understanding Customer Churn And How To Prevent It [Infographic]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-1387090133.w320.jpg "Understanding Customer Churn And How To Prevent It [Infographic]")
2020-10-31 02:44
Philip Kotler is one of the best marketing minds the world has ever seen. In one of his books, Kotler had suggested that the average company looses anywhere between 10 to 30 percent of custo… Read More
![How To Stay Organized While Juggling Many Responsibilities [Infographic]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-3104194275.w320.jpg "How To Stay Organized While Juggling Many Responsibilities [Infographic]")
2020-10-29 14:35
Staying on top of multiple responsibilities and obligations can be a real challenge. Finding ways to streamline these tasks can allow you to assert control over your schedule and even to fin… Read More
2020-10-27 15:08
The holiday season is literally upon us now. But are your website and domain name ready for the holiday rush?
At this time of year, honestly, it’s too late to make certain changes to… Read More
2020-10-17 19:13
Valuable web directories play a different role today than they did historically. Internet users origianlly used them to find sites by category and topic on the Internet.
Directories also ma… Read More
![6 Steps To Build An Effective Social Media Marketing Strategy [Infographic]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-2769453561.w320.jpg "6 Steps To Build An Effective Social Media Marketing Strategy [Infographic]")
2020-10-05 01:29
Do you know how to enhance your social media marketing performance using an ambitious yet achievable strategy?
Actually, this is what the majority of marketers think they know. But the trut… Read More
2020-10-02 16:32
Cyber security is a huge topic at the moment, but how is COVID-19 putting us all at greater risk of a data breach than before? Find out how to protect yourself, right here…
As a nati… Read More
2020-09-22 20:01
Are you looking to open a new business next year? Have you come up with business ideas, yet?
If you are thinking of becoming an entrepreneur, you must first understand what will work in the… Read More
2020-09-17 17:02
Amazon continues to gain in power. To truly understand the future we’ll end up with if consumers keep doing most of their online shopping at Amazon, watch this:
NEW: 50 Amazon Statist… Read More
2020-09-13 23:27
All websites are required to be fully accessible to every visitor. That is the law and it is the right thing to do.
Unfortunately, it is a big challenge. If you had the resources, you could… Read More
2020-09-12 10:25
This post was co-authored by Gail with Monty Ferbert to ensure the content on why you must control and own your own domain is accurate.
Monty started out in Internet marketing with Richmous… Read More
![Career Choices: How To Find Work In The Remote Economy [Infographic]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-2634453236.w320.jpg "Career Choices: How To Find Work In The Remote Economy [Infographic]")
2020-08-29 00:49
Choices are sometimes conscious decisions and other times circumstances force change. Regardless of which it is for you, you do have choices!
I briefly commuted for more than an hour into d… Read More
2020-08-27 03:01
Semi-trucks and trailers are used to keep the world supplied. They haul all sorts of goods daily that consumers and businesses need.
Most people aren’t aware of how important tr… Read More
2020-08-25 03:00
Financing your business is a crucial step to expanding and often just to make it fully operational.
Nearly every business will need financing because simply waiting for your revenue to pick… Read More
![5 Steps That Will Improve Workplace Productivity And Efficiency [Infographics]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-179026898.w320.jpg "5 Steps That Will Improve Workplace Productivity And Efficiency [Infographics]")
2020-08-24 04:20
“People are definitely a company’s greatest asset. It doesn’t make any difference whether the company’s product is cars or cosmetics. A company is only as good as the… Read More
2020-08-23 02:34
While purchasing stocks, bonds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can help you prepare for retirement, you may want to consider investing in precious metals as well.
Taking this action can he… Read More
![Why Your Office Design Sucks: How To Fix It [Infographic]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-2486576918.w320.jpg "Why Your Office Design Sucks: How To Fix It [Infographic]")
2020-08-20 16:07
Does your office design suck? The answer is “yes” if it is dull, boring and distracting enough to make you unproductive.
Office Design Affects Productivity
Whether you work from… Read More
![Understanding How Innovation Creates Successful Businesses [Infographics]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-3439769231.w320.jpg "Understanding How Innovation Creates Successful Businesses [Infographics]")
2020-08-20 00:28
Change is the one thing that drives every industry. Innovation creates success. It affects the way that customers experience the things they love.
When that change is beneficial to a large… Read More
2020-08-17 21:28
Running a successful business starts with having a comprehensive content marketing strategy in place as well as an overall marketing strategy.
According to research conducted over the last… Read More
![3 Surprising Ways Technology Is Taking Over Healthcare [Infographics]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-227171538.w320.jpg "3 Surprising Ways Technology Is Taking Over Healthcare [Infographics]")
2020-08-17 02:57
Healthcare will always be a people-driven business, because there are simply some things a machine can’t do. Doctors and other medical professionals are able to listen to patients; the… Read More
2020-07-29 22:40
Investing in the technology sector may require you to enter periods when some of your stock picks are struggling.
This was the case during the early days of the pandemic when the share pric… Read More
2020-07-15 12:10
Search engines use algorithms to rank webpages for different queries. To improve a page’s chances of ranking for a keyword, the content of that page must be optimized for that keyword… Read More
2020-07-13 22:24
One of the pitfalls a company may face in its life is employment litigation.
Former or current employees may be able to sue a company and force it to spend tens of thousands of dollars in l… Read More
2020-07-09 05:06
A successful small business reaches a point when simple web interaction no longer accounts for nor covers all of their needs.
But leveling up can seem overwhelming, especially when the call… Read More
![How To Optimize Social Media ROI Using Oktopost [VIDEO]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1652/165184-1589055600.w320.jpg "How To Optimize Social Media ROI Using Oktopost [VIDEO]")
2020-06-26 05:00
Nothing is more important than knowing the time your team is spending on social media is generating leads and profit. Tracking is essential to optimize social media ROI.
Because Oktopost int… Read More
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