Tag: Featured

March 20, 2019

It’s that time of year again! Spring is around the corner. Following soon afterward that is summer, and summer (for some online businesses) is known for the summer slump. The summer slump is a when you may see a dip […]

March 20, 2019

New technologies are constantly changing the way we live, work and interact. Mobile, in particular, has notably disrupted the marketing landscape. And in 2019, we are going to continue to see the emergence of mobile marketing and the brands that […]

March 19, 2019

Online shopping has become the place people head to when they want to buy anything from food to furniture to cars. It’s fast, convenient, and often times less expensive than shopping in-store. Even though brick-and-mortar shopping sometimes falls short in […]

March 18, 2019

Nowadays, we’re easily distracted by constant stimuli, especially if it’s on the internet where there’s 24/7 news, unlimited video and music streaming, as well as inboxes that light up every minute with new messages and emails. This means whenever a […]

March 18, 2019

Chatbots are everywhere. These “conversational agents” can help us book a flight, order a pizza, check our bank account balance, confirm an order status, and more. And many of us don’t care one whit that we’re relying on a software […]

March 13, 2019

The US economy continues to flourish. But data shows tariffs beginning to weigh on businesses of all sizes. Yet, 74% of small and medium-sized businesses seem willing to take big risks this year to ensure their success. The data comes […]

March 13, 2019

Q: Before I launch my business, how can I set myself up for success while limiting risk? — Jack, Portland, Oreg. If you obsess about making sure your business won’t fail — rather than figuring out how to make it […]

March 12, 2019

From celebrity endorsements to ultra-niche micro influencers, the use of influencer marketing doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. There’s power in its ability to help brands stand out and expand their reach to audiences they normally wouldn’t have access […]

March 11, 2019

The US economy has performed well over the past two years. Entrepreneurs have bought and sold small businesses for record amounts. And small business owners get approved for bank loans easily. Yet, heading into the first quarter of 2019, 43% […]

March 11, 2019

Want more social media buzz for your brand or business? Here are my seven best tips for getting more social engagement and social traffic in 2019. 1. Install a Facebook Customer Chatbot You know those customer chat widgets that pop […]