Did You Get Ripped Off?
It’s time for holiday fun, sales… and scams. “I got ripped off! Can you help?” I’ve heard this so many times… good business people spending a lot of money on big companies or agencies and...
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Got Thick PR Skin?
Once you start pitching the media, you may find yourself sucked into the fast world of deadlines and being connected to your “Blackberry leash” almost 24/7. And even though you are working like a...
Exposed – The PR Myths!
How was your Halloween? Was it as scary as your current, publicity activities? Well, if you've had bad publicity experiences in the past and are afraid to move forward, don't be! After hearing from many...
How to Get Publicity Now
Do you need publicity right away to build some buzz for your products and services? Well, here are three things you can do right now that will help you get the word out… fast: 1....
4 Crazy Myths about Marketing
Before I will work with a company on their marketing strategy, I need to make sure that they are of the right mindset. Unfortunately too many business owners have taken to believing certain crazy myths...
Are You A Sick Entrepreneur?
Beep! Beep! Beep! The alarm blares, and my hand slams down on the button to turn it off. Ugh. Monday morning. And no matter how much sleep I get, Monday mornings never seem to get...
Capture Visitor Data or Miss Out on Sales
As you search the Internet, you probably visit many sites that offer free newsletters, reports, weekly updates, and more. And while this may seem like a lot of work, there is a reason so many...
Is Your TV, Computer or Bed Making You Lose Sales?
Ok. You may think I’m nuts, but I’m writing this at 4:45 on a Tuesday morning. I just put three loads of laundry into the washing machine, and I’m now tackling several, SEO writing assignments...
Want Free Publicity? Pick up the Phone!
As a small business owner, getting the media attention you deserve is not as difficult as it may seem. In fact, it’s just a matter of picking up the phone and being a good...
Are You Ready to Send Out That Release?
You have your business up and running and are ready to announce it to the world. Hold on! Before you send out that press release letting everyone know about your services, there are three things...
PR Too Expensive? Think Again.
If you are currently worried about finances, you may want to review your public-relations efforts and look into getting outside help. Think it’s too expensive? Well, you could be wasting time and money...
Got Data Management? Exclusive Interview with Mark Wozniak, InfoDome VP of Products
Today, we have the pleasure of talking to Mark Wozniak, the VP of Products at InfoDome (yes, and the brother of Apple Co-Founder, Steve Wozniak). InfoDome is a new, online, critical business data management solution...
The Big Marketing Mistake Business Owners Make and How to Avoid it
Have you ever had this happen to you? Several years ago, I attended a business networking function and I just happened to strike up a conversation with a person who sold cars for a local...
A Six-Letter Word to Use Often
With the way things are right now in the business world, there are many four-letter words that I’m sure you have no problem saying! But, at the same time, have you thanked your customers, partners,...
Take PR Action to Boost Sales Fast!
If your business is not getting the sales you want, it's time to take action with public-relations activities. Do you want some free publicity within the next two weeks? Here’s what you can do right...
Get the Word Out Now!
I don’t know about you, but I’ve seen an increase in small-business marketing budgets in the last few weeks. More small businesses are realizing that they need to market and promote their services more...
How to Increase Sales in 3 Steps
If you want to get some new business, here are three quick tips that may help you boost your customer-list fast… 1. Make A List. Check It Twice. Look through all of your contacts and review the...
Do You Need a Media Kit and What is it?
Ok. You’ve probably heard that you need a media kit but aren’t sure why or what goes in it. Well, as part of our “7 Steps to Successful Public Relations,” here’s the information you need...
What’s Your Story? How to Get Publicity
Want to know how to get some free publicity? Well, in the last couple of weeks, we’ve covered the first two steps in our “7 Steps to Successful Public Relations.” Now, it’s time for Step...
Get on the Google Rocketship!
This is the second time this year (so far) that I've done a shameless plug for a product offered here at StartupNation. But when I believe in something so strongly -- in its value and...