I’ve been a small business coach for a long time now, and it’s interesting how the big questions never change. Whether a person just started their small business or has been running it for a while, they ask me, “How do I attract customers?” The truth is that there isn’t one thing you need to […]
15 Reasons to Start a Business in 2023
At the end of December, I posted a list of my most-read blogs of 2022. Topping the list was this article about 9 reasons to start a business in 2022. I get it! After the downturn that resulted from the pandemic, you want to be sure you are making a calculated decision. And guess what? […]
15 Ways to Create Highly Effective Landing Pages
In the current pandemic all of us need to develop new ways to sell online. The best way to highlight your services or products online is with landing pages. We’ve all clicked through an interesting ad on Facebook looking for more information only to find yourself on a lame landing page that you abandoned it […]
Top 15 Work from Home Apps to Increase Your Productivity
If you are new to working from home, you need the right tools to maximize your productivity. Whether you’re working solo or as part of a team, technology can help you get more done. Here is my list of the top work from home apps you need to rock your new work from home situation. […]
15 Mistakes Not To Make In Your Digital Marketing Approach
Marketing is an essential practice in any organization, and now everything has gone digital, the possibilities are almost endless. Not only is the world of digital marketing exciting, but it is also constantly evolving, and the potential is huge. At the same time, there are mistakes to be avoided at all costs in your digital […]
15 Ways to Engage an Influencer Brand
Do you want to connect with influencers in your industry? Most small businesses do because a positive mention can make or break a new product launch. There are all kinds of influencers. And there are different influencers for different platforms. For example, I have a huge following on my blog and on Twitter and LinkedIn. […]
15 Best Websites for Small Business Owners
One of the main reasons for small business failure is that people have no clue about how hard it is to run a business. While being an entrepreneur can feel like a lonely road, there are several online communities that can help guide you through the journey. Thanks to technology we have access to a […]
15 Best Apps for Busy Small Business Owners
This month I’m celebrating my 15th Anniversary in business, don’t forget to sign up for your chance to win SmallBizLady’s 15 Days of Giveaways Contest. Today is Part II of my 15 Things Series. Today we’ll discuss best apps for busy small business owners. As small business owners, we constantly have competing objectives and timelines […]
15 Things About Using Mobile Web Marketing in Your Small Business
This month I’m celebrating my 15th Anniversary in business, don’t forget to sign up for your chance to win SmallBizLady’s 15 Days of Giveaways Contest. Today is Part IV of my 15 Things Series. Today we’ll discuss mobile web marketing best practices. There are various forms of mobile web marketing such as text messages, mobile […]
SmallBizLady Launches 15 Days of Giveaways Contest
This year kicks off my 15th year in business. In 1999, I was 26; I had a laptop, a fax machine and a dream. I started Quintessence Entertainment, Inc. in the basement of my house. It started out as a content development company, and later morphed into a marketing consulting firm Quintessence Group. Today, we […]