When should I start planning my holiday marketing?
This is a great question. And to all my overachievers I would say to start planning the previous January. However, I know this is not a reality for most business owners. But waiting until all the Halloween candy has been given out will have you scrambling to create and implement…
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Golden Rules for Your Website Content (PART TWO)
Have you ever looked at your website and thought “I just don’t like this one part…” You’re not alone! Many business owners set out to build a website that appeals to them. Lovingly and with a virtual hug we say, “there’s more to this than if you like it”. In…
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What Is Content Marketing & How Does It Impact My Practice?
In the world of digital marketing, content marketing is one of the most effective methods of building trust and brand exposure. From Search Engine Optimization (SEO), to Online Advertising, the content you select is vital to the success of your marketing efforts. How Does Content Marketing Affect SEO? In order to get…
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I just want a simple website, how much information do we really need?
This is a great question and one that our clients ask all the time. Whether it’s during our initial ‘get-to-know-you’ meeting or when they are reviewing their site, some clients wonder why we build a site with “so much information” or why we repeat information on different website pages. First,…
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Video Marketing and Other Social Media Trends
Shhh…we have a secret for you…so, it seems this social media thing is here to stay and it’s kind of a big deal in marketing! Ok, we know that wasn’t a surprise! You obviously know that social media marketing is a powerful tool for expanding your reach and attracting new…
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I’m a small business, aren’t press releases mainly for major corporations and newsworthy people?
Great question! No, press releases are not just for big corporations and people in the public eye. Actually, press releases can be a powerful marketing tool for any small businesses. I think a lot of people confuse a press release with news and that’s why it can be confusing to…
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How does a small business make a BIG impression on the telephone?
I am so glad you asked! I am passionate about making a great first impression for every caller whether it’s their first call or they’ve called a hundred times before. Even if they’ve called the wrong number, I believe people remember those interactions. The overall success of any business depends…
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Three ways to bridge the digital gap, reach more people and convert more leads to loyal customers.
No matter where your practice is in its growth cycle, we’d venture to say you’d like more patients. If you’re a new practice you want to build your patient base. If you’re an established practice, you’re looking to balance out normal patient attrition. As a marketing agency, we live to…
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Do Google Ads really work for a small business?
The short answer is, yes, Google Ads are a cost-effective marketing initiative that can produce quality leads and conversions for any business, big or small. But they must be strategically specific. Google reports that the average business earns about $2 for every $1 spent on Google Ads. (Source: Google). That’s…
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Think Direct Mail is Dead? Think again… 3 reasons proving it’s alive and kicking.
Do you remember waiting patiently by your stereo to hit “record” when your favorite song was played by Casey Kasem on the Top 40 Countdown… And rewinding cassette tapes with a number two pencil? Nostalgic memories we tell our children about while they shuffle through algorithm predicted playlists on their…
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We want more reviews but how do we ask for them?
Great question! I think most people find it difficult or at the very least, uncomfortable, to ask for reviews. I think it’s even harder for those in healthcare. Most businesses today are asking for reviews one way or another. They have links on their websites and social media pages. They…
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When good logos go bad…and how to get it right!
Bored scrolling through your phone? Check out Logo Quiz on the App Store or Google Play. You’ll be challenged to see if you can identify the brand name behind more than 3000 logos. There are a whopping 52 “exciting levels”. You can amp up the challenge in expert mode, and…
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I am a start-up and I’m investing in marketing to gain new customers. What can I do to build customer loyalty?
This is such a great question. I love customer service, that’s why I do what I do. I think hiring the right team is the first thing to focus on when trying to build customer loyalty. I have spoken to many clients who say they hired a staff member…
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Do-it-yourself Websites, the Pros and Cons
You might think it would be counterintuitive for a marketing agency to write about the pros and cons of building your own website. But at the end of the day, we want our clients to be well informed about all their options. We want to guide them in making the…
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Is Search Engine Optimization (SEO) worth the ongoing investment?
Search Engine Optimization is a critical component to the success of any digital marketing campaign. If you aren’t evolving and optimizing with Google’s changes, then you will be a small needle, in a constantly growing and changing haystack. Search Engine Optimization is a highly competitive, ever-changing landscape. In order to…
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