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How often you’re in front of your clients, and the quality of your brand identity, can literally make or break the success of your business. We all know that keeping in touch with clients leads to retention, and an increase in word of mouth, but I want to talk about...
Finding your competitive advantage is key to your small business's success. Digital marketing statistics tell us that 70-80% of people will research a small business online before contacting or making a purchase from them. When prospects search for your business,...
Follow-up is crucial to a business's success. The faster you follow up, the more likely you are to close the deal. In fact, one study found 78% of customers buy from the company that responds to them first. By not following up with prospects, you put your reputation...
Something you've been dreading has happened: you received a bad online review. Whether it’s your Yelp page, Facebook Business page or Google My Business page, the damage is done. And it’s public record. Worst of all, the review only tells one side of the story,...
Want to get more people paying attention to your marketing emails? Many small businesses see big results from a content marketing strategy, which often takes the form of the tried-and-true email newsletter. Before we dig into how content marketing and email marketing...
When you hear the phrase, "cold calling," what first comes to mind? If you're like most small business owners, chances are it's not your favorite. In fact, 63% of salespeople say cold calling is what they dislike most about their jobs. Additionally, 88% of buyers will...
All too many business owners fall into the trap of sacrificing long-term relationships for short-term gain. Our free ebook, "From Lead to Loyalty," breaks down why you should focus your efforts beyond immediate short-term sales goals and consider the impact long-term...
Many small business owners are accustomed to burning the candle at both ends. In fact, 39 percent report working up to 60 hours per week. It's no wonder time management tips are so commonly sought out by busy small business owners. Are you a professional who finds the...
According to 85% of small businesses, word of mouth referrals are the number one way they acquire new customers. That’s huge! Even better news: we know the secret to generate referral business: marketing automation. How did we come to this conclusion? We started with...
Looking for the do's and don'ts of social media for business owners? You've come to the right place. The constant evolution of social media can make it difficult to stay on top of etiquette and best practices for those platforms, especially if you're an infrequent...
The team at OutboundEngine believes that every business deserves great marketing. However, we also know it can be easier said than done. Not every professional has the time or interest to become an expert in marketing. To make things more complicated, social media...
According to Hootsuite, social media platforms reached 4.6 billion users in 2021, with 13.5 people joining social media every single second! Long story short, social media marketing should play a big role in your brand strategy and success. Here are a few ways to use...