Successful franchisees know that they can’t leave all the marketing efforts to the franchise corporate office. When you think about which franchise business opportunity to choose, you should consider what kind of marketing strategies will work for each franchise you consider, and what resources you have in those areas. One type of marketing that can […]
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How is a Business Ecosystem a Key Driver to Success?
In a Harvard Magazine interview, Rosabeth Moss Kanter, Chair and Director of the Harvard University Advanced Leadership Initiative, explained: “In Silicon Valley, there is a sense that you prosper only because you’re surrounded by lots of resources that make it possible to succeed, beyond what your own entity controls. Think of it as your garden, […]
4 Internet Marketing Ideas to Boost Your Local Business Sales
Local small businesses often need some marketing tips tailored specifically to their endeavors. As you consider Internet marketing ideas, you need to first have a website that your current and prospective customers can take a look at.
Hyper-Local Customer Service
One path to business success is the ability to quickly recognize trends. I’m pointing out a trend in sales and service that your business might be able to capitalize on.
Local Sponsorships Drive Your Business
This week’s blog is going to delve a little deeper into the franchise journey, as we explore using local sponsorships to drive business opportunities. The aim, of course, is to provide some key advice and angles for getting your franchise noticed and utilized by new customers.
Small Town, Big Business: The Case for Starting Up in a Small Town
A lot of successful large companies opened their doors in small communities and grew into greatness. But often, these success stories have one thing in common: They all tapped into the unique advantages that a small town offers a growing business.
Individuals in Small Business: America’s Backbone and Hope
It’s an enduring principle that small businesses are the backbone of the American economy. They are an expression of a core American ideal of independence and ingenuity, growing out of the pioneer spirit that built the nation.
10 Ways to Market Your Small Business on a Shoestring Budget
These ten, inexpensive marketing strategies will help you engage customers, build relationships, and ultimately keep your brand top-of-mind.
New to Business? 6 Inexpensive Ways to Market a New Business
If you have a new business, it can be difficult to get people to notice your company. However, it is those companies that can get their name seen that stay relevant and are able to succeed in a competitive market. If funds are low, don’t worry.
Building a Fan Base for Your Franchise Business
During your franchise search, you’ve probably seen photos of long lines at grand openings and stories of people driving from far away when a new franchise location opened just to get a taste of their products.