July 2012
146 posts
Business Resource Center looks to Broomfield's...
BOON TO SMALL BUSINESSES: ?Sarah Mugharbil, with Stang Auto Tech, takes notes during a social media training session Thursday at the Business Resource Center. The center, which celebrated its grand opening on Wednesday, aims to help create, … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rnK2F
The Evolution Of #green Marketing And The USP
The Evolution Of #green Marketing And The USP - 07/11/2012. … #green ##green-friendly. Four years ago, I saw the CEO of Patagonia, Yvonne Chouinard, tell a crowd that his company and other companies could make more money by going #green. He was referring to … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rmcvB
Social Media Trends from FedEx and Ketchum
Social business - a company’s move from a presence on social platforms to strategic engagement that supports business goals, fosters brand affinity and generates co-created value - is no small undertaking for corporations, but it is undoubtedly the … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rlTl9
##green devo groups put DFW Marketing Team back in...
Local officials have revived the DFW Marketing Team, a partnership intended to leverage… … ##green devo groups put DFW Marketing Team back in action. Dallas Business Journal by Matt Joyce, Staff Writer. Date: Friday, July 13, 2012, 5:00am CDT. Related: … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rjY7p
TaxAssist Accountants beats industry heavyweights...
National small business accountancy franchise, TaxAssist Accountants, has beaten most of the UK’s largest practices in a study into the profession’s use of social media in customer communications. The network, which has nearly 200 franchisees across … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rjDw3
SMILE aiming to raise tourism for St. Landry
LAFAYETTE — A University of Louisiana at Lafayette management instructor will lead a free seminar Monday on how small businesses can capitalize on the use of social media networks, such as Facebook and Twitter, to grow their customer base and attract … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rjDsr
Twitter to Overhaul Mobile.Twitter.com
Mobile is undoubtedly the key battleground for social networks in the coming years. Whilst Facebook is increasingly popular on mobile devices, their revenue from Facebook mobile is still very poor. Twitter however seem to have no such problems. It … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rhFV9
Social media saves Pewaukee business
I roll my eyes when I hear business people say things such as This social media thing is just a fad, or Our company has no way of using social media. Poppycock. Just ask John and Loie Laimon. See all stories on this topic » OnMilwaukee.com http://dlvr.it/1rhFR2
Social media: Affecting workplace harmony?
Social media may have be more prevalent in the workplace, but it’s creating unease among employees who are wary of mixing personal and professional connections. See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rhFT2
Social media saves Pewaukee business
However, because of the warmest winter in Wisconsin’s recorded history, the small business was in severe duress, as its sales of bait, beverages, snacks and equipment were virtually non-existent. It turns out that you can’t ice fish if you don’t have ice. See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rWmqr
Social Madness competitors race to the finish
The six remaining companies — two in each of the small, medium and large business categories — have until July 16 to gather the most points in the social media bracket competition. Each winner will be announced July 17 before they move on to the … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rWmsd
Which Social Madness competitors will advance?
The scoring for the Social Madness competition is based on a proprietary algorithm that factors in public votes for each company with traffic on social-media sites Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Time is running out to vote in final round of local … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rWDWz
Corporations Transforming into Social Businesses,...
NEW YORK, Jul 12, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Social business—a company’s move from a presence on social platforms to strategic engagement that supports business goals, fosters brand affinity and generates co-created value—is no small undertaking for … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rWDYK
Five Web Tips For Every Small Business Owner
David Friend, who was recognized by Ernst & Young as one of New England ‘s Entrepreneurs of the Year, shares five tips to help owners be smart with their online efforts and their business. 1. Use social media platforms to connect with your customers. See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rWDTb
Cruze ##green's Great; Will Kids Buy Stick?
When I borrowed the Chevy Cruze ##green (slightly smaller than) midsize car to give it a spin last weekend, I was a little surprised to see the stick shift on the center panel. And that was a pleasant surprise, because I really prefer manual. The car did … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rS62H
How to Optimize For Mobile SEO Report is Released...
Black Box Social Media, a national online marketing company located in Austin, Texas, dedicated to assisting small businesses with getting found online by utilizing the latest web 2.0 strategies, has followed up their report on ‘How to Use Social Media … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rQx5s
Small businesses look to Twitter for marketing...
A new trend has recently been introduced to the social media platform that is being used by small businesses to expand their reach to consumers. According to Bloomberg, the owners of Tad Hughes Custom Fit Studios, which tailors to bike riders’ needs in … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rQx46
Big banks offer small business owners helping...
Estrada is among a group of small-business owners that Swiss bank UBS is connecting with mentors and helping to finance their expansion. … In Chase’s Mission Small Business program, entrepreneurs use social media to compete for 12 $250000 grants. See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rQx6s
Small Talk and Social Media
Don’t you hate small talk? I do, too. But it teaches us something about Social Media. The most banal of small talk happens in forced encounters. Co-workers cross paths in the corridor or cafeteria. Neighbors coming or going in their entryways. “How are … See all stories on this topic » Business 2 Community http://dlvr.it/1rQ70Q
Don't dismiss PR value of traditional news media
The advantages of traditional media coverage are many, but let’s start with the math. While Facebook may have a billion users worldwide, most smaller businesses and local nonprofits can count their Facebook fans in the hundreds — or at best a few … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rQ70y
CapturetoCloud, Enterprise Social Media...
CapturetoCloud’s approach to social-based collaboration is to offer a platform to small to midsized businesses (SMBs) that allows users to capture and share any type of digital content and to collaborate on a project with anyone on any device via the … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rQ71V
#green plains renewable energ
… RENEWABLE ENERG (GPRE:US) stock price & investing information. Find #green PLAINS RENEWABLE ENERG historical stock quotes, key competitors, stock data, executives and company news. … CEO Guide to Mobile Advertising and Marketing … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rPc1V
Small business owner proves everyone makes a...
Originally from New York, Edson has been living and contributing on the Treasure Coast since 2010. In order to make friends and business contacts Edson quickly joined the Palm City Chamber of Commerce and generously donates her time to help them with … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rDNWq
Banks Are Giving Small Businesses a Helping Hand
A recent report by the National Federation of Independent Business, a nonprofit lobbying group, said its small business optimism index fell for May on the negative economic outlook. Only 7 percent of small businesses said now is a good time to expand … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rDNYY
The Evolution Of #green Marketing And The USP
If consumers continue to adapt, every company will need to boast their high level of responsibility. As such, it will b##greenme the norm, and thus, just a Selling Proposition — far from unique. The marketing will need to adapt again. The so-called “#green … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1rDBBb
Social Media Party for Small Business Is Thursday
Have you gotten your tickets to this special evening at the Pier, with local experts, some familiar faces and great appetizers from Bowled? See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1r9GZT
Black Box Social Media Releases Report on How to...
Black Box Social Media, an online marketing company that specializes in utilizing the latest web 2.0 strategies to help small businesses get found online, released a report on ‘How to Engage Followers with Twitter Best Practices’. To view the report … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1r9GYC
Oracle Announces Involver Purchase as Social Media...
Back in the days when social media was just a way to friend your pals from college or share a funny photo, some companies might not have predicted the medium. … Contact Us · Submit a Guest Post · Small Business Trends · Oracle Announces Involver … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1r9GZ9
Banks are giving small businesses a helping hand
In Chase’s Mission Small Business program, entrepreneurs use social media to compete for 12 $250000 grants. Such moves are an effective way of stimulating small business, said Sue Baaden, Los Angeles regional manager for Chase Business Banking. See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1r8L34
Accelerated Business Mastermind with Blane Friest,...
Where. Select Office Suites 116 W. 23rd St (Near 6th Ave) New York, NY 10011 Directions | Subway … PURCHASE TICKETS AT http://nyc-biz-mastermind.eventbrite.com. Working with a great business coach and a powerful Mastermind … Mary Agnes Antonopoulos … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1r8L2L
Social Media Marketing Made Simple
What is social media marketing and why is it important? · An overview of social media and how to choose the right channels for your business or organization. · How small businesses and organizations are using these low-cost tools to gain visibility … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1r8L1S
City selects Hub-based start-up Privy to help...
A start-up based in Boston’s Innovation District that aims to offer an alternative to “daily deal” websites like Groupon was selected from more than 60 applicants to partner with the Boston Main Streets program to help businesses covert social media … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1r7XzD
Small Businesses Relying on Social + Mobile +...
Tools for the smaller business are increasingly taking advantage of advances in cloud capabilities and mobile development. The trick is to also find solutions that incorporate social features that serve a real business purpose and don’t just operate as … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1r7XxK
DentalVibe Provides Dentists With Downloadable...
DentalVibe is dedicated to marketing the dentists who use their products and developed this latest white paper in conjunction with expert online marketing partners and leaders in inbound and social media marketing. Producing free publications and … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1r7Xyg
The Evolution Of #green Marketing And The USP
The startling observation, though, comes with the fact that we have been marketing “#green” all along. Marketing can be used to convey a company’s Unique Selling Proposition (USP) to the public. A shift occurred when companies started to market their … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1r751j
DentalVibe Provides Dentists With Downloadable...
The white paper succinctly teaches dentists everything they need to know about using social media specifically for dentistry. Dentists will learn exactly how social media can bring in more business for their practice while improving patient relationships. See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qzRqL
#green Lantern A Year Later: Was it good, bad, or...
Granted, it wasn’t the WORST CBM to invade innocent movie theaters, but it was a wreck, especially after its horrible marketing campaign, the success of another DC Superhero film, The Dark Knight, three years prior, and two other Superhero films … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qywB4
Teal Orbit places their own spin on digital and...
Teal Orbit is spinning around the social media world so quickly that their innovative approach to building successful online business campaigns cannot remain a. … Teal Orbit places their own spin on digital & social media in New York … Small … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qyvlG
Social media powwow set; hear about Head Start...
Ultimate Social Media Extravaganza: Michael Cecere, chef-owner of Bowled restaurant, will head an event to give social media tips to small businesses and nonprofits from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Pier, 800 Second Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. Panelists … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qyvmY
City selects Hub-based start-up Privy to help...
“Our platform for helping small businesses get the most out of social media was a perfect fit for the ‘Social Media Challenge,’” said a statement from Ben Jabbawy founder and CEO of Privy, a finalist in the 2011 MassChallenge competition for start-ups. See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qyvn2
Canadian Business Leaders See Social Media as...
“Social media represents a powerful and cost-effective tool that, when used properly, can help any business grow,” says UPS Canada Director of Small Business, Paul Gaspar. “Canadian businesses are operating in an increasingly competitive global market … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qxfmt
DentalVibe Provides Dentists With Downloadable...
BING Innovations, exclusive provider of the DentalVibe® Injection Comfort System, the brand-new revolutionary device that is redefining the dental experience, is pleased to announce the publication of Social Media Marketing for Dentists: DentalVibe’s … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qxfmX
GroSocial Rebrands Its Customizer Product,...
With the announcement, GroSocial is now placing a greater emphasis on providing small businesses with a centralized platform to manage their social media marketing campaigns across multiple social networks. “For several years now, small businesses … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qxfl6
Facebook Use Feeds Anxiety And Inadequacy Says...
For the study, commissioned by the charity Anxiety UK, researchers at Salford University Business School surveyed 298 people about their use of social media and how it affected them. The charity also conducted some smaller in-depth research of its own. See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qwwBp
The Only Way to Get Social Media: Get Into It.
Sometimes I think I stink at it. Reason being, more often than not, I fail to convince my clients and friends who run small businesses to buy into it. They ask tough, but fair questions along the lines of… Why? Will it land us customers? … On the … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qww9w
NACR Sponsoring Social Media Event for Texas Avaya...
Deckers is a frequent keynote speaker on social media as it relates to personal branding, small business marketing, crisis communication, and citizen journalism. He is a professional blogger, columnist, and co-owner and vice president of creative … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qwwC0
Marketing blitz highlights 'uniqueness' of Central...
The Met Council’s $1.2 million marketing push promotes rare finds along the #green Line. … The Metropolitan Council’s $1.2 million marketing push is bringing forward a slightly edgy, artsy image of the area, with references to craft beer and sambusas … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qvKs5
Black Box Social Media Releases Report on How To...
Does social media play a role in search engine optimization? According to Black Box Social Media, it does. Black Box Social Media released a report detailing what any small business can do to improve its rankings in the search engines. To view the … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qtVNc
DentalVibe Provides Dentists With Downloadable...
Additionally, the white paper includes a platform-by-platform “Dentist’s Guide” for using Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and more than a dozen of the most popular social media sites. Most dental practices are small businesses. They face the … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qtVNz
7 reasons businesses are still afraid of social...
Many small businesses are still afraid of opening their doors on the social web. These are the people who are the most comfortable with using one way broadcasting methods to distribute their marketing content, because they feel that they want to … See all stories on this topic » http://dlvr.it/1qtVMX
