This is a guest post courtesy of Sam Wright. This is a subject I myself hadn’t really thought of before, so I hope you find the information enlightening. Perhaps it will even spark some new and creative ideas in your own branding endeavors. Happy reading! There are many different facets brands use to reinforce their identity in a crowded market. One of the strongest is also one of the...
This is a guest post courtesy of Craig. The landscape of business is constantly changing, constantly evolving, and new ways of doing business continue to emerge at an almost staggering pace. However, there is one constant that you can most definitely count on to stand the test of time. It quite possibly is the most valuable asset a business can cultivate, and often times can mean the difference...
Web design is steadily changing, and computers are quickly becoming secondary to mobile devices as far as getting online goes. With global PC sales at an all-time low, it’s more important than ever for bloggers and website owners to make sure their sites are capable of accommodating mobile devices like smartphones and tablets. When someone accesses your blog on a mobile device, like a phone or a...
This is a guest post courtesy of Brian. Starting a business can be as difficult or as easy as you want it to be, it’s all in how you prepare and perceive it. Below are some tips to consider before jumping in whole hog. If you’re thinking about starting a new business, you’ve probably already heard the statistics. According to the Small Business Association: 50% of small businesses fail in...
This is an infographic courtesy of Steve.
Great reminder on some of the key points of successful branding, and I figure hey… it’s Friday and infographics are fun! 😀
Happy Friday BGB’ers, don’t get too crazy this weekend.
Over to You
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This is a guest post courtesy of Alice Jenkins. You can never have too many ideas for marketing your business. At least not in my book. hehe While one thing may work for some, something else may work for another, and the below ideas are a mix of tried and true as well some more less typical ideas than just the t-shirt and expo show schtick. Advertising and marketing is a gamble no matter how you...
OK, maybe not world domination exactly. But pretty fracken close! Women consistently launch new businesses at a rate at twice that of their male counterparts, according to The Wall Street Journal. And if you dear reader, are one of those women, you may be looking toward other business leaders to learn their secrets of success. Just make sure you’re looking to good examples! Be Savvy Run...
This is a guest post courtesy of Mckenzie, with a lil edumucation on manners. I know your mama (or papa, or some equivalent) taught them to you so don’t pretend you don’t know what they are or how to use ’em. This post is specifically about manners and etiquette as it relates to guest blogging, but hey… manners are manners and good use of them is appreciated everywhere...
This is a guest post courtesy of Kirsten, and how your ecommerce site could very well be leaking money like perforated balloon leaks air. If you don’t have an ecommerce site, but do still sell stuff online, then pay attention as well, because these tips could easily be transferred to you too. Ready? Set? Go! (As in read. Duh. hehe) There is a tremendous amount of competition in the world of...
This is a very thoughtful guest post courtesy of Chris. Branding yourself (at least in my book) really boils down to knowing who you are, both as an individual and as a business and communicating it clearly. It’s ultimately a way of differentiating yourself from the pack, in a way that’s real and resonates with your people. Do it well, and you will reap the rewards. Don’t...
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