7 Ways to Create A Social Media Presence

You’re not still asking why or whether you need to have a social media presence, are you? You need a social media presence because that’s where your new customers are and it’s how they will find you, trust you and try you.

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Did the Election Mean Business Loss or Gain for You?

Now that the election is (thankfully) over, the question could be asked, how much business did you lose (or gain) during this political season based on your viewpoint?

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What Does This Mean for Your Business?

LinkedIn has added a new “click” feature that enables you to very easily “endorse” people for their expertise in the skill areas listed on their LinkedIn profile. A recent article from Social Media Examiner talks about this new feature and offers 6 Tips for Using the LinkedIn New Endorsements. Endorsements has been met with mixed reviews. But it does set the stage for additional dialogue on how social media connections turn into actual business relationships?

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Life is Good … Isn’t It?

As I strolled through Los Angeles International Airport on my way to Miami, I took notice of the “Life is Good” store that is in many airports. At 6:00 a.m. it was closed, but my branding brain is always going.

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Six Things to Not Do On LinkedIn and in Social Media Forums…Think Before You Post!

My last two rants have covered the irritating hijacking of productive online networking discussions. In this Rant, I’m going to offer some basic DON’T suggestions for posting on LinkedIn and in other social media forums.

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“Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood.”

My last Rant expressed frustration that many have with a lack of understanding overseas companies seem to have of our marketplace. The Stephen R. Covey quote in this title pretty much sums up what I want to communicate in this Rant: “Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood.”

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7 Powerful FREE Online Resources for Promotional Products Sales Professionals

This week, rather than write my usual blog post, I’m going to share with you 7 powerful free online resources guaranteed to save you time and help you make more money in your promotional products business.

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