Small Business

Have You Hugged Your Customers Lately?

In this era of social networks and real-time reviews, companies of all sizes rely on existing customers to spread the word about products or services. Here’s how to make it work for your business.

Creating Your Black Friday Attack Plan

Your shelves may be stocked, but savvy marketing for the holiday shopping season should start before that day of shoving and spending. Here are some tips.

Are Your Prices Too Low?

Set prices too high and your products or services won’t sell. However, according to analyst firm McKinsey, lowball prices are a far more common problem for businesses.

How to Market to Millennials, Really

Reaching this often coveted group isn’t as easy as sending out a blast email with a coupon inside or tweeting the current special. Here’s advice.

The Irony of Successful Sales Growth

It is one of the great ironies of the marketplace; a small business in danger of failure as a result of extreme success. Here is advice on managing cash flow.

Does Your Small Business Need a New Hubcap?

Whether it’s a rebranding of the company’s name or logo, the addition of a new product or service or an effort to boost sales, when done right it can help you gain a competitive edge or grow a stagnant enterprise.

The Truth About Customer Testimonials

A compelling testimonial, if used correctly, can turn a window shopper into a loyal customer. And the same goes for online shoppers. Here is what you need to know.

What Does the Color of Your Logo Say About Your Business?

Whether your logo is red and intense, yellow and joyful or black and mysterious, its colors are announcing something to the customer. As you create the perfect logo, be sure to pay attention to the color messages you're sending.

The Hottest New Web Design Trends This Year

Web design trends come and go every year, and it’s important for designers and business owners to keep up with them in order to stay up-to-date and avoid having an outdated website. Here are the three key concepts to embrace this year.