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How to Write Ads that Increase Your Business
I caught myself wracking my brain over what kind of article I should write
for newspapers that would be useful to business people. It struck me
that I was making a solid effort to get into the mind of my target market. It also struck me that this is the biggest mistake most business owners
make when designing their own ads. They start listing off their services
and are ready to stick their logo front and center before even putting a
thought to what their customers really care about.
Direct Response Advertising; Radio vs TV
Radio advertising vs. television advertising
Add More Pizzazz To Your Ad For More Profits
I recently completed a Marketing Makeover for an Ad
that wasn't generating results for the owner of a
Piano Tuning Business.
Should Your Small Business Hire an Advertising Agency?
So, you own a small business, sales are down and you?ve come to the conclusion you need to start advertising. Questions: Where do I advertise, how much do I spend and do I need the help of an advertising agency?
How Much Money Do I Need to Spend on Advertising?
Q: I've never really done much advertising for my business; I've always relied on networking and word-of-mouth. Now I'd like to launch a small campaign, but I'm frightened it will cost a lot of money. How can I figure out where to start?
Why Not Use the Humble Fax in Your Advertising Strategy?
When my daughter complained recently about the prohibitive cost of news media advertising, we had a discussion about the ways in which she could sell her range of body products (hand creams, lip balms etc). I explained to her that huge firms like K Mart wouldn't spend millions of dollars annually for advertising if it wasn't necessary. But every week, a K Mart catalogue arrives in our mail box. Every week, like clockwork, ads appear on television for K Mart specials ... there are always specials.
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A good annual direct mail solicitation program can produce unrestrictive operating funds for your nonprofit organization year after year. And such an annual direct mail program, if done right, should produce more funding for your organization each year.
Imprinted Promotional Items ? Their Many Marketing Applications
There are many uses for promotional items. This means that they are just not used as freebies for a grand opening special. Knowing all the uses for these nifty items, often called ?swag,? will open up many opportunities for your place of business.
How to Save Money by Making Your Own Sign
In the sign industry we commonly refer to the material that the sign is made out of as the substrate. Examples include, wood, vinyl banners, aluminum, coroplast, etc. But what many customers do not realize is that they can purchase vinyl lettering or vinyl decals and apply them directly to typical substrates themselves. Translation ? saving money by buying blank substrates inexpensively at local hardware stores such as Home Depot and Lowes and avoiding the prices sign companies need to charge to apply the material. Although you do pay tax by buying locally on the substrate, you can save tax on the vinyl by ordering over the internet.
Marketing Tips For Small Business ? Advertising That Works, Part I
Have you ever seen an ad on television that was beautiful, slick, and stylish but didn?t fit the product? How about a magazine ad that, though gorgeously photographed, didn?t make it clear what was being sold? Or have you heard a catchy radio ad that neglected to give contact information? If you pay attention, you?ll notice these money-wasting advertisements in all types of media.
Cinema Advertising is Big Business, So Mergers are a Natural
Cinema advertising has always been an effective marketing tool for some advertisers, while for others they have yet to see the benefit of this unique form of media. When an advertiser hears the term ?Cinema Advertising? automatically they think the slide that is shown on the big screen with the soothing music played in the background.
Top 9 Reasons To Advertise
Advertising is not for every company. But some require it because their market is big and constantly changing and evolving. Consider this, up to 30 percent of the people in the US move each year. Or, you may be locked into a battle with a competitor. People do business with companies they know and trust. Advertising can help build awareness, so that eventually consumers will trust your offer.
How to Save Money by Making Your Own Sign
In the sign industry we commonly refer to the material that the sign is made out of as the substrate. Examples include, wood, vinyl banners, aluminum, coroplast, etc. But what many customers do not realize is that they can purchase vinyl lettering or vinyl decals and apply them directly to typical substrates themselves. Translation ? saving money by buying blank substrates inexpensively at local hardware stores such as Home Depot and Lowes and avoiding the prices sign companies need to charge to apply the material. Although you do pay tax by buying locally on the substrate, you can save tax on the vinyl by ordering over the internet.
Magnetic Signs: Where Do They Work Best?
Recently, a woman called to ask about replacing a magnetic sign she had purchased from another company. Her original sign had actually blown off the side of her car. I had visions of the sign flailing around in the wind and striking some poor motorist behind her or worse yet, some fellow on a motorcycle. I inquired as to whether she had tried to get her money back. But it seems the company refused to refund her money and worse yet, claimed it was her fault. Appallingly, they accused her of placing the sign on a dirty car surface.
Lamination of Signs
I suspect that everyone has an idea of what lamination is even if you have only seen it in passing. Restaurant menus are a common example. A plastic finish is placed over the menu to protect it from food and stains. But did you know that you can laminate just about anything that is flat? If it needs to be protected and reused, it is something to consider for lamination. The laminate also makes the original material stronger and more durable. All of our signs can be laminated, but the reasons are varied and not all signs should be laminated.
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I caught myself wracking my brain over what kind of article I should write
for newspapers that would be useful to business people. It struck me
that I was making a solid effort to get into the mind of my target market. It also struck me that this is the biggest mistake most business owners
make when designing their own ads. They start listing off their services
and are ready to stick their logo front and center before even putting a
thought to what their customers really care about.
Is Advertising Art?
Oh Grand and Glorious Southern Guru, I am perplexed.
What ails thee, my peabrained little grasshopper?
My sleep has been short, my walls have been climbed, my hair has been pulled.
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