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5 Unexplored Benefits of Proactive Podcast Marketing
The leading French novelist, Milan Kundera, said, Business has only two functions- marketing and innovation. For any organization, marketing falls in the spectrum of primary business activities. It is an undeniable fact that while sales drive revenue, marketing gravitates people towards a brand and inspires purchasing decisions. Having said that, marketing is the most powerful catalyst to...
Without Scalable Systems Sara Bendrick’s Landscaping Business Was In Trouble
Sara Bendrick is a designer, licensed contractor & T.V. Host for the DIY Network. She has a bachelors in landscape architecture from Cal Poly SLO and when not filming ‘I Hate my Yard’ or her new series “Lawn & Order’ she runs a Landscape design/build company, ‘Sarita Landscape Design’. Her landscaping business was doing 'ok'....
Three Ways to Build More Authentic Connections with Customers
In today’s digital shopping landscape, clear and easy communication with your customers has never been more important. With so many more people shopping online, making a lasting impression to create repeat customers is vital. In fact, according to a recent Meta study, 75% of adults across the globe said that they want to be able...
Five Graphic Design Elements Small Businesses Can’t Ignore
It happened to me many times that I tried to know more about a company after looking at its eye-catchy logo or creatively-designed website. My friend, clever designs wield power that can attract your audience like anything. Be it your website, logo, or brochures, your audience notices you. And if you want to leave...
Top Three Tips for SMB Retail Success
There is no denying that it has been a tough stretch for smaller retailers. Many were impacted directly by consumers turning to national brands during the height of the global pandemic. Now, there is evidence that SMB retailers are disproportionately affected by delays and shortages due to the much-publicized supply chain issues. Supply chain...
Launched At the Pandemic’s Start. Maggie Owens Business Thrives Today.
Launching your own business at any time is a challenge. Doing so during the pandemic can prove to be an enormous feat. While some businesses have been doing exceptionally well due to these times, (think cleaning services, Amazon, and grocery stores), others, (think restaurants and party stores) have had a steep hill to climb...
Marketing to a Wider Audience. Billy Price – from Disability to Business
How can you turn adversity into a business that transforms lives? Our guest Billy Price, founder of Billy Price Footwear joins Ramon Ray, founder of SmartHustle.com, to share how his paralysis from the chest down birthed a revolutionary shoe company. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE Smart Hustle Small Business Podcast · Market to A Wider Audience...
How To Leverage Publicity for Your Business.
Judy Jernudd , media training and communication coach, spoke with Ramon Ray about how you can leverage your media coverage and publicity! Have you ever wondered how you can make the most of any media publicity that comes your way? Are you worried about speaking in interviews? Do you need some help understanding how...
7 Actionable Video Marketing Stats to Improve Your Strategy
By Victor Blasco, CEO of the video production company Yum Yum Videos. Video content is undoubtedly one of the best methods for marketers and business owners to optimize their strategy and achieve their company’s marketing goals, and there’s actually a lot of hard data out there backing this up. But these numbers and benchmarks alone are...
Follow These Five Tips to Ensure a Happy Holiday for Your Business
By Kimberly Green-Kerr, UScellular Business Solutions and Operations Leader In very welcome news for ecommerce and brick-and-mortar small businesses, many Americans are eager to spend their money during this holiday shopping season. According to a recent report from Deloitte, holiday retail sales are expected to increase by up to 9% from November through January, on top...
Why Premium Customer Service Builds a Profitable Business
Does premium customer service matter? Aboslutley. Premium service helps your business get premium profits, due to customer loyalty and more! Mickey Fain, owner and president of Stoneside Blinds and Shades based in Denver, Colorado, recently spoke with Ramon Ray, founder of SmartHustle.com and entrepreneur about success in business through great customer service and customer experience. Listen...
How to Advertise Your Business on TikTok
By Francisco Schmidberger, Co-founder at LINK Agency. Brands are always looking to leverage the latest social media trends to help the success of their marketing and advertising campaigns. Interestingly, compared to Instagram, advertising on TikTok is an even better place to start for every small business, not just those targeting a Generation Z audience. TikTok is...