Using LinkedIn as a Marketing Tool – Part 2

As of June 30, 2011, there are more than 2 million LinkedIn Company Pages. These represent more than 50,000 products and services. Much like Facebook pages designed for companies, brands or products, this option allows LinkedIn users to break away from independent profiles to create consolidated business overviews. As discussed two weeks ago, Google+ — […]

Using LinkedIn as a Marketing Tool – Part 1

When you think about how to integrate social media websites into your marketing strategies, your mind probably turns to Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and even the new Google+ before it considers LinkedIn. This business site is one of the least interactive of all social media communities, with a reputation for being used only to seek jobs […]

Networking Etiquette – Part 2

Last week, we talked about three important rules for interacting socially at business events. But what about when you’re ready to get the job done – that is, exchanging information, talking about your brand and bringing home the ROI for the reputation you earned by engaging properly and being on your best behavior? You may […]

Networking Etiquette – Part 1

Summer’s a popular season for conventions, trade shows, seminars and meet-and-greets. All of these are wonderful opportunities to get to know your industry peers, potential clients – and yes, even competitors. You may be an individual who’s looking for a new job, a professional trying to promote your business or simply building up your Rolodex […]

How Smart Marketing Sells Brands and Services

Typically, when companies are putting together a campaign to pull in new business, they want their brand to be at the forefront of their efforts. They not only strive to promote their iconography and key messaging, but also want to provide plenty of “about us” details so that potential clients or customers can make an […]

New Marketing Strategies for the New Year

Did you meet all of your marketing goals in 2009? Or were there areas where you saw room for improvement? Now is the time to analyze previous successes—and failures—to determine new marketing strategies for 2010. The past year has been a rocky time for businesses across the board. And in times of economic uncertainty, it’s […]