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Marketing and Sales

Everything you need to know about marketing to drive new sales, and how to keep your existing customer base.

Latest in Marketing News: Advice, Tips and Resources

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13 Tips to Win Customers Over the Phone
By Max Freedman | October 01, 2024

This guide includes tips on how to drive sales over the phone.

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10 Ways to Generate More Sales Leads for Your Business
By David Gargaro | October 01, 2024

Sales leads are important to your business. Here is how you can generate more leads and manage them better by choosing the best CRM system for your needs.

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7 Ways to Use Text Messaging for Customer Service
By David Gargaro | September 30, 2024

Businesses use texting to support customer service strategies and boost customer satisfaction. Learn seven ways to use text messages for customer service.

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What Is SMS for Business?
By David Gargaro | September 30, 2024

Use SMS messaging in text message marketing campaigns to reach customers on their mobile devices. Learn the types of SMS messages and how to use them.

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15 Successful Text Message Marketing Examples
By Shannon Flynn | September 30, 2024

Text message marketing is a powerful tool for reaching your customers. See some SMS marketing examples and adapt them to your campaign.

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7 Benefits of Text Message Marketing
By Skye Schooley | September 30, 2024

Discover how text message marketing helps drive customer engagement and increases purchasing, plus tips on which SMS services to use.

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Text Message Laws Every Business Needs to Follow
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | September 30, 2024

Learn the laws governing text message marketing to avoid significant fines and legal issues in your SMS marketing campaigns.

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5 Ways to Influence Your Email Subscribers With Relevant Content
By Jennifer Dublino | September 27, 2024

Customer and prospect engagement is crucial in email marketing campaigns. Learn how to influence and impact subscribers with timely, relevant content.

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Hidden Costs of Restaurant Marketing
By Jennifer Dublino | September 26, 2024

Restaurant marketing includes hidden costs for restaurant owners to consider. Learn about hidden restaurant marketing costs and tips on marketing budgets.

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10 Mobile Device Marketing Strategies for Your Small Business
By Ben Mizes | September 26, 2024

If you're not marketing your business on mobile devices, you may be losing money. Learn four mobile device marketing strategies to target smartphone users.

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12 Reasons to Use Instagram for Your Business
By Kiely Kuligowski | September 26, 2024

With over one billion active users, Instagram makes it easy to grow your business on social media.

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Time for Change: When to Rebrand and How to Begin the Process
By Julie Thompson | September 25, 2024

Businesses rebrand for various reasons, including growth and new market outreach. Learn how to begin rebranding and what rebranding mistakes to avoid.

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How to Measure and Improve Your Marketing ROI
By Jennifer Dublino | September 25, 2024

Measuring your marketing ROI will give you an idea of what's working best so you can refocus marketing dollars and stop ineffective programs.

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5-Step Web Design Process to Create Winning Websites
By Rahul Varshneya | September 24, 2024

A stellar design isn't merely focused on how pretty the interface looks.

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Big Data, Big Impact: How Data Improves Your Social Media Marketing
By Mark Fairlie | September 23, 2024

Big data, together with AI, can help you find your target audience and communicate with it more effectively than ever before.

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Seasonal Marketing Strategies: Utilizing What Every Season Has to Offer
By Jennifer Dublino | September 23, 2024

Seasons bring holidays, events and activities that prompt changes in consumer behavior. Learn seasonal marketing strategies to capitalize on the calendar.

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Why Personal Branding Is Crucial for Any Industry
By Jennifer Dublino | September 20, 2024

Entrepreneurs who communicate their expertise and vision are creating a personal brand. Learn how personal branding can help your sales and operations.

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6 Signs It’s Time Your Business Should Partner With a Digital Marketing Agency
By Julie Thompson | September 20, 2024

Outsourcing your marketing may improve results. Learn when a business should partner with a digital marketing agency and how it can grow your company.

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What Does a Great Customer Experience Look Like Now?
By Jennifer Dublino | September 20, 2024

Customer expectations have changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To stay competitive, be sure to provide the level of service that customers expect now.

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11 Essential Components of Excellent Customer Service
By Megan Totka | September 19, 2024

Looking to improve your company's customer service? Make sure everyone on your team follows these best practices.

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12 Best Ways to Use Business Texting
By David Gargaro | September 18, 2024

Text message marketing can be a big benefit to a business. Learn 12 ways to use business texting to streamline operations and the benefits of SMS marketing.

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Postcards vs. Letters: Which Is the Better Direct Mail Marketing Strategy?
By Kent Moon | September 17, 2024

Direct mail marketing can generate leads and diversify your marketing strategy. Learn the benefits of postcards and letters in direct mail marketing.

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5 Cringey Brand Fails on Social Media
By Julie Thompson | September 13, 2024

See these embarrassing social media screw-ups from major companies and social media marketing best practices so you don't make the same mistakes.

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How to Create Community Around Your Brand
By Jennifer Dublino | September 13, 2024

Cultivating a fan community around your brand and products can create marketing and retention opportunities. Learn how to build a robust brand community.

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How to Send an Email Blast (With Examples)
By Rachelle Gordon | September 13, 2024

Email blasts are a small but impactful way to reach a wide audience. Find out how to craft a successful e-blast in this guide.

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Write Like a Pro: How AI Can Turbocharge Your Small Business Marketing
By Anthony Bratti | September 13, 2024

Learn practical ways small businesses can leverage AI to generate content for marketing purposes.

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How to Rebrand Your Business
By Stella Morrison | September 13, 2024

Rebranding is meant to change public perception of your organization. Here is how to make the process a success.

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How Your Product Packaging Can Win Buyers’ Hearts
By Julie Thompson | September 13, 2024

Find out how product packaging can win over customers, and get tips for successful packaging strategies.

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Creating a Sales Manual
By Jamie Johnson | September 13, 2024

Your company sales manual is your sales department's "how-to" guide for achieving success. Learn how to create one.

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Changing the Game: How Deal Desks Are Shaking Up Sales Organizations
By Mark Fairlie | September 13, 2024

Deal desks are specialized sales teams focused on high-value deals. Learn the pros and cons of deal desks and how to utilize them to drive sales.