Content Marketing
Bing with ChatGPT – is it the new Google?
We have been covering how AI is changing marketing for small business owners. Last week Microsoft announced a significant step forward by combining ChaptGPT with Bing – its sleepy seldom seen search engine. Suddenly, the pundits proclaim Google dead and Microsoft the victor. As Lee Corso is fond of saying on ESPN’s College GameDay –…
Read MoreAI – stupid is as stupid does
At the risk of offending the fictional character in the movie alluded to in this title, I could not resist using the line from Forest Gump. We have been evaluating AI for small businesses over the last six months, and this is our weekly blog slot. Microsoft and Google threw wrenches in my plans last…
Read MoreAI – Social Media – A Match Made in Heaven?
If you’re a business owner, chances are you’ve heard of Artificial Intelligence (AI), but did you know it can be used to help optimize your social media presence? AI is becoming increasingly integrated into businesses’ operations, from customer service to marketing. It can also be used to support local business owners to maximize the potential…
Read MoreThe Six Biggest Cold Email Mistakes You’re Making in 2022
If you’re like most small businesses, you’re probably using cold email to reach out to new customers and promote your products or services. However, there’s a good chance that you’re making some big mistakes that are costing you dearly in terms of wasted time and money. If you are unsure of what cold email is…
Read MoreSocial Media
In a sense, social media has completely changed the culture in the 21st century. It allows us to connect with those on the other side of the world, people who you would never meet in “real” life. It has bred the career of “influencer”. Social media has even fueled movements. It is the next phenomenon…
Read MoreApproach to Content
It’s been said before and it will be said again, “content is king”. And its king for a good reason. Your content has the capability to tell the full story of your business. What do you stand for? Why should a person choose you? What makes you different from the competition? Do you really want…
Read MoreThe Importance of a Marketing Website
As we approach the end of the decade and look forward to the future, it’s a great time to reflect on your small business. Maybe you started your business years ago and remember the trouble you went through when trying to save files onto floppy discs. Or you still can remember that piercing tone of…
Read MoreBusiness Podcasting: RSS Feeds, Publishing, & Apple Podcasts
Podcasts seem to be taking over the world today. They cover a wide array of topics, giving audience niches everywhere fresh new content to enjoy. If you’re one of the millions of people who regularly listen to podcasts, you understand why they have become so popular. And perhaps you yourself have thought about giving the…
Read MoreBusiness Podcasting: Podcasting Gear, Software, and Audio
Podcasts seem to be taking over the world today. They cover a wide array of topics, giving audience niches everywhere fresh new content to enjoy. If you’re one of the millions of people who regularly listen to podcasts, you understand why they have become so popular. And perhaps you yourself have thought about giving the…
Read MorePodcasting 101: So, You Want to Start a Business Podcast?
Podcasts seem to be taking over the world today. They cover a wide array of topics, giving audience niches everywhere fresh new content to enjoy. If you’re one of the millions of people who regularly listen to podcasts, you understand why they have become so popular. And perhaps you yourself have thought about giving the…
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