Attracting new customers is essential for the growth of any small business. Implementing effective marketing strategies can significantly boost your customer base. Here are five proven methods to help you attract new customers.
- Optimize Your Online Presence
In today’s digital era, a strong on...
This blog is based on an insightful conversation between Bethany Meadows and Lacy Boggs on the Time to Thrive podcast. Lacy is a seasoned content marketing strategist and the Director of the Content Direction Agency. She specializes in helping businesses create high-impact content that not only enga...
This blog is based on an insightful conversation between Bethany Meadows and Heather Parady, featured on the Time to Thrive podcast. Heather is a creative visionary and fractional COO who specializes in helping unconventional leaders bring their bold ideas to life. In this episode, she shares practi...
In the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing, having a blog is no longer a luxury—it's a necessity. For small business owners, a well-maintained blog can be a game-changer by driving traffic, increasing customer engagement and boosting your bottom line. Here’s why your business should jump on...
This blog is based on an episode of the Time to Thrive podcast, where Bethany Meadows sits down with Melinda Emerson, also known as the “Small Biz Lady.” Melinda is a renowned small business expert, author, and CEO of Quintessence Group. In this episode, she shares how to transform entrepreneurial p...
This blog is based on a lively conversation between Bethany Meadows and Alicia Butler Pierre, featured on the Time to Thrive podcast. Alicia is an expert in business infrastructure with a background in chemical engineering. She’s also the founder of Equilibria Inc. and the author of Behind the Facad...
As we approach 2025, it’s crucial for small business owners to set clear, strategic goals and outline actionable steps to achieve them. With the right planning, you can steer your business towards growth and success. Here are some effective goal-setting techniques and actionable marketing strategies...
For small business owners, navigating the changes in market demand while maintaining a steady cash flow can be challenging, especially during uncertain times. However, intentional planning can help overcome these challenges and move forward even stronger.
As Steve Jobs aptly said, "Innovation disti...
Small businesses often don’t have a large budget when it comes to marketing, but there are plenty of things you can do on a shoestring budget to promote your business and attract new customers.
Publish content. Creating and sharing content on your website and social media platforms is a great way ...
Most people are familiar with regular employee performance reviews. But what about your business? Conducting a mid-year review, usually around the end of the second quarter, gives you the opportunity to connect with your employees and receive valuable feedback. It’s also a good time to recommend any...
Before you launch your business, it’s important to put in the pre-planning work. This includes making sure your business idea is viable. Although it may sound good out loud, a business idea with the potential for success is one that has taken the following things into account:
1. It solves a proble...
“CONTENT IS KING!” This has been the buzz phrase for a while now. But what does it really mean? And why should small businesses care?
Here are three reasons why content marketing is so important.
- IT BUILDS A RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR AUDIENCE. Know, like and trust are the pillars around which custo ...