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Small Business Marketing Tips from a Virtual Marketing Assistant

9/7/2020

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Times are constantly changing and the gig economy is upon us. Many companies are now outsourcing and looking for marketing assistance. This is where a virtual marketing assistant can help your business.

Here are a few marketing tips for small businesses on a budget. Many or all of these can be done by a virtual marketing assistant. There are many things you can do to market your small business on a budget.


First, make sure your website is responsive for mobile devices. A responsive site resizes to the device that is viewing the website so it is easy to read on any screen. Also make sure your website is up to date with the latest news, products/services and events. It should be your central hub of everything online and all channels should point to it.

Do you have an email list of your customers? Start sending a monthly email newsletter using a free email service provider like Mailchimp. Add the monthly article to a blog on your website.

Ask your customers for testimonials and case studies. Write up a case study and put it on your website. Send a pitch to relevant media or trade publications about the case study and how you solved a business' problem.

Set up profiles on social media sites where your customers visit and engage with the community. Search for keywords in your industry and listen for people searching for your type of product/solution. Be helpful, not salesy.

If you don't have time to do these things, hire a virtual marketing professional. I can help you define a strategy and then set out to make it happen. Contact me today to help you get started.

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Outsourcing Marketing for Your Small Business

2/14/2017

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When you find things slipping through the cracks such as marketing tasks while you run your small business, it might be time to source a freelance marketing consultant. As your business grows, you need to focus on keeping your business operationally afloat. Outsource the things that you cannot handle yourself and watch the process help grow your business.

Many small business owners take on too much for too long and when the business begins to grow, they cannot scale. Be sure to delegate and let go of the things that you can trust other professionals with. Your business vision and operation needs you to steer the ship. 

I can help you communicate with your current customers and prospect and find new ones. You have a story to tell with your business - let me share the word through public relations. And social media is a powerful tool to talk with the media, customers, peers and more. You just need time and resources to make this happen.
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Small Business Marketing Ideas

8/28/2016

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There are many things you can do to market your small business on a budget.

First, make sure your website is responsive for mobile devices. A responsive site resizes to the device that is viewing the website so it is easy to read on any screen. Also make sure your website is up to date with the latest news, products/services and events.

Do you have an email list of your customers? Start sending a monthly email newsletter using a free email service provider like Mailchimp. Add the monthly article to a blog on your website.

Ask your customers for testimonials and case studies. Write up a case study and put it on your website. Send a pitch to relevant media or trade publications about the case study and how you solved a business' problem.

Set up profiles on social media sites where your customers visit and engage with the community. Search for keywords in your industry and listen for people searching for your type of product/solution. Be helpful, not salesy.

If you don't have time to do these things, hire a marketing contractor. A contractor can help you define a strategy and then set out to make it happen. Contact me today to help you get started.
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Holiday Marketing Ideas for Small Businesses

11/11/2015

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The holidays will be here in a few short weeks. Shoppers have begun some form of holiday shopping since Halloween. Is your small business ready?

Here are a few things to check for your holiday marketing plan.
  1. Website - is your website optimized? Do you know what keywords visitors are searching for when they find your site? Is your website formatted for mobile devices? The number of shoppers using mobile devices for shopping is on the rise.
  2. Email marketing - reward your customers with special VIP customer promotions for the holidays. Make them feel special. Be sure to contact customers with a monthly email - short, sweet and to the point.
  3. Customer service - what do you offer your customers that sets you apart from the rest? Free shipping? Free gift wrap? Personal shopping? Make sure your customers know they come first to you always.
  4. Partnerships - are there other local businesses that have complementary products or services? Can you partner for a promotion?
  5. Community - are you giving back this holiday season? Be sure to promote your cause locally and encourage customers to get in the holiday spirit donate or volunteer to any charity of their choice.
​There are many things you can be doing for the holiday rush. Be sure to plan out your strategy!

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The Marketing Pricing Guide for Businesses Looking to Outsource

10/9/2015

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Marketing is a key driver of sales and is important for your business. If you are too busy with the business you already have, you need assistance. 

Marketing, public relations and social media support can be outsourced to freelance marketers or agencies, depending on your needs. Virtual marketing professionals can free you to focus on running your business on a budget. 

Marketers can help you develop content for your blog and website, create email newsletters, develop media pitches, manage leads and more.

Don't know where to start? Jason Falls created The Marketing Pricing Guide to give you an idea of whether you need an agency or whether to go the freelance or virtual route. 

This marketing pricing guide gives you solid information from large agencies to marketing consultants. It not only includes an idea of pricing but also what to expect in the services that you will receive. It is an excellent guide to determine what works best for your business.

If you need a marketing consultant, public relations consultant or social media consultant, contact me today. I can help jump in with projects as needed or create a more comprehensive marketing strategy and execution. 

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Marketing Ideas for Small Businesses

9/21/2015

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In a recent Capital One study, 64% of small businesses named marketing as one of the top challenges that they face. 

Why is this? Perhaps it is because they don't have the staff or resources to focus on their strategy. 

Here are a few low and no-cost marketing ideas to promote your business.
  • Write a blog for your business. Your employees all have expertise that can lend a hand towards your blog. Also, your customers can provide testimonials and case studies for your blog.
  • Give something away. Host a contest or sweepstakes for your fans. 
  • Say thank you. At one position, I sent $5 Starbucks cards and thank you notes to customers. The response I received was overwhelming. People love to be appreciated. This goes for your employees too!
  • Send an email newsletter monthly and talk about one big idea or announcement. Link to helpful industry resources.
  • Get involved in the community. Give back and have a day of service with your employees. Support local business partners and get to know your neighbors.

There are so many things you can do to boost your marketing on a budget. 

If you need more ideas or help getting your marketing going, contact me!

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10 Things to Outsource to a Virtual Marketing Assistant

9/18/2015

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Small businesses may not have full time marketing and public relations people on staff. 

As they grow, the need for someone to help the business owner or staff with the marketing campaigns and tasks will become apparent.

What are some tasks that a virtual marketing assistant like myself can provide?
  • Online research - staying on top of online company reputation, keeping up with competitors, researching industry knowledge, looking for industry events to exhibit at or attend and much more.
  • Email newsletters - writing and creating newsletters to stay in touch with customers, partners and the like. Articles and helpful tips add value.
  • Social media management - writing and posting relevant content and linking back to the company website. 
  • Blog posts - writing and uploading blog posts to bring prospects to your website. 
  • Web site updates - keeping the company website updated with news and details on new products.
  • Press releases - writing press releases, working with local, regional and national media, pitching bloggers and media.
  • Presentations - creating Powerpoint and Slideshare presentations, researching companies for new business development.
  • Vendors/Partners - ordering promotional products, working with designers or agencies for campaigns, etc.
  • Trade show booth exhibit management - managing trade show booth logistics, ordering booth electrical, internet, carpeting, etc.
  • Conference registration - registration for conferences, pitch for speaking opportunities.

There are many things you can outsource to a virtual marketing professional. I can help your business and serve as an extension of your marketing department. 

Whether it is a project for a few hours a week, I can help to build your brand and generate leads and publicity.

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