Monthly Archives: April 2012

Boost Your Sales with a Web Site Video

According to DemoClick: “Online video has revolutionized the way businesses use the Internet to advertise, educate, and inform their prospects, customers, and investors. Streaming video content has now become easier, more effective, and more affordable and is replacing the text … Continue reading

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How to Find Your Authentic Voice on Social Media

As Ross McCammon says in Entepreneur magazine: “Social media are often so spontaneous that basic principles are necessary. And the most basic principle of all is: Write like you talk. Which is the best piece of advice any writer can … Continue reading

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Opt-In E-mail Offers a Lesson in Loyalty Creation

So, is Facebook really worth $100 billion? According to eMarketer research, only 27% of Facebook users view ads in a positive manner, compared with 47% for email. And people REALLY don’t like pop-up ads. Where do you stand? Click the … Continue reading

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