People these days are incredibly impatient. If it takes your website too long to come up, they’re likely to click away and never come back. In return, this greatly affects your ability to grow your customer list. But that isn’t the only issue. Keep reading to learn more about website load speed and why it…
If you aren’t sure about adding a blog to your business website, now is the perfect time to get started. Consistently posting content is more than just a good idea, as it can dramatically increase your chances of online success. Here are four reasons why your business website needs to have a blog. 1. Blogging…
In January 2021 The Light Digital – a San Francisco Bay Area-based digital agency interviewed labor lawyer Jay G. Putnam on what business owners can expect going into the new year. The interview below is lightly edited for clarity. Mike Wolpert: Welcome to another episode of Business in the Know — and good news today…
A business is only a great idea without a customer at the other end. But winning those customers over is becoming more and more difficult. While a product or service can be well-conceptualized, developed and marketed, if the customer’s experience with the brand is lacking, they are quick to blacklist the company. And with social…
Let’s face it, this year has been tough for small businesses’ marketing endeavors. From the privacy and data breaches with Facebook and Google to the emergence of influencer marketing and voice search, it’s difficult to keep up with the constant changes and consumer concerns. But with a new year just around the corner, it’s the…
The holidays are a stressful time for businesses. While sales may increase, managing orders, providing customer service, and staying on top of day-to-day responsibilities can be taxing. The last thing most business owners want to worry about is posting to social media accounts every day. That’s where having a content calendar comes in handy. A…
This year has been a unique year for businesses and consumers alike, particularly in light of major online data breaches, fake news, and increased privacy concerns. These concerns have led to a growing demand for corporate accountability. In fact, 86% of people say transparency from businesses is more important than ever before. Additionally, 81% of…
Brace yourself – the holidays are coming, and with the increase of social media marketing and mobile optimization, businesses need to get an early start to rise above the noise of the competition and drive sales before consumers reach buyer fatigue. But don’t get overwhelmed just yet. With a little preparation, you can drive online…
Millennials consist of those born between 1980 and 2000, making up a significant population of 1.7 billion in the U.S. While they are a unique generation, they contribute largely to the consumer market. In fact, in areas like eating out, they outspend all other generations. But with so many options available, 57% of millennials compare…
Email marketing is an effective and affordable way to reach consumers and convert them from prospects to raving fans. In fact, studies in the last few years show that every dollar spent on email marketing generates $38 to $44 in return. That’s mostly because consumers who purchase products from an email campaign spend 138% more…