Do you have a system in place for your next product or event promotion? Believe it or not there should be a method to the madness that is promotion. When you are relying on events or product launches to be successful, how do you ensure that you increase revenue for your successful small business? There is a great system to implement to get you one step closer to a passion and provision company.
Read MoreSystematize Your Promotion For a Successful Small Business
December 8, 2014 / by Jessica Miley
Keep Customers Coming Back to Your Successful Small Business
December 4, 2014 / by Jessica Miley
You know that feeling of gratification you get when you get a new customer? Imagine how good it will feel when they return and are delighted with your business! But how to you keep customers coming back? Thankfully you already understand the need to actually help your customers solve a problem and that is how you got them as a customer in the first place. Let’s take the time to review some tips that will continuously help your customers so that they return to your successful small business full of passion and provision.
Read MoreBuild Trust, Establish Relationships & Close Leads With Inbound Marketing
December 3, 2014 / by Raquel Royers
posted in Inbound Marketing, small business, Lead Nurturing
Naturally, every single business owner would like to see more leads close and turn into customers. However, the reality is that it’s a tough feat nowadays with all of the options that consumers have. The way to close more leads and become a more successful small business full of passion and provision is to build trust and establish relationships by using an inbound marketing strategy.
Read MoreFeel Good Using Inbound Marketing: A Guilt Free Strategy That Converts
December 2, 2014 / by Paige Gilbert
posted in Inbound Marketing, Lead Conversion
How many times have you been invited to one of those home parties? You know the kind: kitchenware, make-up, jewelry, clothing, essential oils, purses, candles, and even weight loss coffee these days! How many times have you dreaded going, but felt bad saying no because you promised your friend you’d be there? You enjoy going to socialize, have a drink and some appetizers, with no intention whatsoever to purchase, but you end up making a guilt purchase anyway. You leave with buyer's remorse wondering, “Are they really a model for a successful small business?” Well, they probably provide passion and provision for some people, but they are a good example of how NOT to make people feel when they are a potential customer for any business. Let’s think of it in marketing terms.
Read MoreAttracting Real People to Your Website is Easy With Inbound Marketing!
December 1, 2014 / by Vicky Zancanella
posted in Lead Generation, Inbound Marketing
One of the questions asked when marketing a small business is whether your business is B2B or if it is B2C (business to business or business to consumer). While this is a factor that affects a good marketing strategy, the real answer should be B2H: Business to Human.
Read MoreFacebook Announcement: Cracking Down on Annoying Brands
November 29, 2014 / by Raquel Royers
posted in Social Media, News
Social media can be extremely beneficial for your small business and can help with your marketing efforts. However, things are always changing and we want to help keep you up to date! Most recently, Facebook has announced that those who bombard fans with annoying promotions will see a decline in distribution. To have a successful small business it’s important to keep up on such announcements.
Read MoreIs Your Successful Small Business Messaging Strategy Really Effective?
November 28, 2014 / by Jessica Miley
posted in small business, Business Development
Do you have the best marketing for your business? Most people will try to take their budget, listen to their reps at the different radio and TV stations and try to purchase as many spots as possible. We are here to say that strategy will not get your successful small business that is full of passion and provision to the top of your industry. But why is this wrong?
Read MoreTHIS is What Ranks #1 on My List of Things I’m Thankful for This Year
November 27, 2014 / by Michael Redman
posted in Our Thought Bubbles, Passion & Provision
I love my job, the people I work with and how blessed we are at Half a Bubble Out. As I sit down to write this “T-Day” Blog I find myself excited and even more peaceful than in years past.
Every year Thanksgiving comes around and every year I find new things to be thankful for. This year I find myself thinking about the people I work with, especially since we have been talking a lot about Passion and Provision on the blog lately.
Read MoreHow Frequency Can Build Relationships for a Successful Small Business
November 26, 2014 / by Paige Gilbert
posted in small business, Business Development
Frequency is key for lasting relationships. Think of a relationship that you value in your life. When did you meet this person? How long have you known them? How did they become an important figure in your life? In general, you’ll meet someone and the relationship grows based on how much time you spend with them.
Read MoreMake it Stick With Frequency When Marketing Successful Small Business
November 25, 2014 / by Vicky Zancanella
posted in small business, Business Development, Traditional Marketing
You run a small business. You want to build a successful company full of passion and provision. You need branding and marketing. You need to get your name out there so people remember you. How can you make your brand stick in people’s minds so they choose your company?
The answer is simple: Frequency
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