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The Small Business Professor Gives Insights on Brother® Small Business Survey

A recent survey conducted by StartupNation's friends at Wakefield Research for Brother® International, https://bit.ly/cIsNF5, indicated that small business owners “believe that stockpiling their cash now is the best strategy for survival.” The survey also revealed...

byMelanie Rembrandt

March 12, 2010

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Who Are You Pitching?

Last week, we looked at the first step to getting some free publicity to help your business boost sales. Now, here’s the second step in our “7 Steps to Successful Public Relations.” “Who Ya...

byMelanie Rembrandt

January 29, 2010

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Are Reporters Reading Your E-Mails?

It's 8:30 a.m. and you've spent the morning crafting the perfect e-mail to announce your brand new clothing line for dogs. You click "send" and wait for a response from the business editor at "The...

byMelanie Rembrandt

November 27, 2009

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Ugh! Bad Day-But Still Thankful!

Ok. So it’s 5:00 a.m., and I walk to the kitchen to get a cup of coffee with my eyes half open. Ugh! I forgot to put coffee into the machine last night, and there...

byMelanie Rembrandt

November 20, 2009

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What’s Wrong With Your PR Activities?

The phone is not ringing and crickets are chirping. That’s likely what will happen if you are sending out press releases to the masses and waiting for the sales to come in. I bring this...

byMelanie Rembrandt

April 30, 2009

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Free PR Tools for Do-It-Yourself Publicity

If you are working with a tight budget like most entrepreneurs, you can do your own publicity. Here is a quick list of some of the free services available to help you build buzz and sales:...

byMelanie Rembrandt

January 14, 2009

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Tips for Pitching the Small Business Professor

On Tuesday, we talked to Bruce Freeman. He's the Small Business Professor for Scripps Howard News Service at www.smallbusinessprof.com, founder of ProLine Communications, and the author of the new book, "Birthing the Elephant." If you'd...

byMelanie Rembrandt

December 4, 2008

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Part 2 with Author Jon Gillespie-Brown

On Thursday, Jon Gillespie-Brown, author of the new book, “So You Want to be an Entrepreneur” shared his tips and insights. Here is the rest of that interview: How are you marketing and promoting...

byMelanie Rembrandt

November 13, 2008

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Interview with Author of “So You Want to be an Entrepreneur”

Recently, I was contacted about a new book on entrepreneurship. This wasn’t that newsworthy, but then I found out that the author is giving all of the profits to charity. In today’s tough times, it’s...

byMelanie Rembrandt

November 11, 2008

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An Interview with Brazen Careerist’s Penelope Trunk

While we're waiting for the election results, I thought you might like some good publicity advice. Well, I recently I caught up with Penelope Trunk, author of Brazen Careerist: The New Rules for Success and...

byMelanie Rembrandt

November 4, 2008

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Think Positive in Tough Times

Negativity surrounds us. But now, more than ever, it's important to stay positive. After all, it can be really easy to spread negative comments and get caught in a downward spiral of hopelessness. Don't let...

byMelanie Rembrandt

October 23, 2008

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Public Relations and Politics-Question Everything

As a small business publicist, I've been watching all of the political debates and television commercials with much interest. Some of the comments and images anger me and others make me think - "Is that...

byMelanie Rembrandt

October 21, 2008

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3 Ways to Avoid Financial Worries Right Now

With all the negative news about the economy and world events, it can be easy to get stressed out - fast. But as an entrepreneur, it's more important than ever to stay calm and think...

byMelanie Rembrandt

October 16, 2008

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jexbo grows with PR-Jill Exler’s Interview-Part 2

On Tuesday, I introduced you to fellow entrepreneur Jill Exler. When Jill had a challenging time publishing her own book, she decided to create a business to help others. Today, self-published authors can sell their...

byMelanie Rembrandt

July 24, 2008

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3 Cool Sites to Help with Your PR Efforts

If you are working on your own publicity efforts, there are a few sites that can help you build buzz while saving money. When you get a moment, check these out: https://www.helpareporter.com/ By simply registering...

byMelanie Rembrandt

July 1, 2008

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Why You Need a PR Plan

Summer is finally here, and it's a great time to review your PR Plan for the busy months ahead. What? You don't have a plan-of-action for your upcoming publicity activities? I hear this from a...

byMelanie Rembrandt

June 24, 2008

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How to Score Top Media Placements

Today is definitely going to include a brief celebration on my end. After having stories cut at the last minute due to election results, my client is enjoying the publicity benefits of a mention in...

byMelanie Rembrandt

June 12, 2008