Unlike the traditional business model, an online business gives you 24-hour presence which anyone from around the world can access. This is an exciting and fantastic opportunity for business owners who know how to make the most of this powerful sales engine. Here are a few tips to help you create a website that really sells: #1 – Keep it simple. A great website doesn’t have to include tons of…
One of the main problems many marketers have is that they can’t get free traffic to their sales landing pages because the search engines don’t value that kind of content. However, changing the wording just a little bit can make a huge difference to your traffic and sales. Commercial or Sale-Type Wording This type of language is persuasive, and all about making the sale. There might be some niche-related keywords…
Mobile apps abound, with many of them incredibly valuable because they increase productivity for your small business. If you’ve been struggling to get more done, check out these handy apps. Evernote This is a powerful note-taking app that will allow you to store notes, web pages, audio clips, PDF files, sync files, record voice reminders, photos and more. It is very handy for creating to-do lists and keeping track of…
Affiliate programs are a great way for small businesses to get started selling their products without a lot of capital. The problem is that a lot of people already know this. That means if you’re going to have an affiliate marketing program, you’ve got to do it right. Here are some tips to get you started on your way to a successful program. Find your niche. Running an affiliate program…
There are a number of tools you can use to increase your audience’s engagement on Facebook. Here are some suggestions. 1. Facebook Insights Facebook’s own analytics suite should always be your starting point when it comes to analyzing what is going on at your site. In this way, you can see what is working best and do more of it. Metrics to look out for include: * Likes * Comments…
These days, it isn’t just what you know in business, but who you know as well. Small business networking apps offer you the chance to network like never before and connect with like-minded professionals for better business opportunities. Here are a few of the best to try. LinkedIn LinkedIn is the number one site in the USA for business networking, so it’s no surprise that its app is the best…
While working from home is a great way to spend more time with your family while still making a living, you tend to lose out on time with your friends and co-workers. Even if you have a business that lets you interact with other people, it’s often through the internet and that isn’t really what you need to stay happy and healthy. Here are some ways to help avoid loneliness:…
Businesses live and die by their data these days. Data saving, and data sharing, are two of the most important tasks every small business owner needs. Access across multiple devices is also essential. Here are a few apps that can help. Google Drive Google Drive is a great solution because it is free. Access it through your free Gmail account. You can store up to 15MB with the free version,…