What are 4 Things Marketers Are Doing Wrong?

 I got a call recently to pitch 3-4 marketing-related topics for a virtual annual conference next year. I quickly jotted down the 4 ideas below, and am waiting to hear what their choice is, but in the meantime, I thought this might make a good story for business owners/operators.  These were my starting topics with […]

DIY for SEO?

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Even a small bit of SEO enacted on your website can help you show up higher in google search results.

My Most Asked Questions About Using Google Ads

Here are some of the most asked questions and answers from my recent live webinar with SCORE about getting started with and using Google Ads. From the 3/12/24 SCORE webinar “Getting Started with Google Ads” Watch Now. Q: Can Google Ads accidentally spend a lot of money? A: No, unexpected high charges are unlikely. You […]

Reach Customers Online with Free Google Tools

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his workshop explains how Google Search works and how you can improve your website’s visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO). The session also introduces products like Business Profile on Google, Google Trends, Search Console, Google Analytics, Google Ads, and more.

How to Set up a Google Business Profile

Google is the world’s No. 1 search engine (followed by YouTube – the No. 2 search engine) so why wouldn’t you want to use their tools made specifically to help small businesses

Communicating on Social Media Post Pandemic Times

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Social media is still as important for your business in today’s world — and perhaps more important as data shows that consumers are shifting their lives online at a staggering pace. But as a small business, you may be unsure how to proceed with marketing your business and communicating during this time.

Get Your Local Business On Google Search and Maps

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Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Business Profile on Google from start to finish. […]