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Common Ways Businesses Sabotage Their Own Advertising
Way back in September, we discussed how you can figure out which form of online advertising best meets your company's needs. Then, in October, we reviewed the traits you'll want to look for in a provider. Now that you've found the right program and the perfect provider for the job, a successful advertising campaign is yours to lose. Here are the ways many business owners wind up unintentionally sabotaging their own online advertising campaigns. How to Ruin SEO Hire more than one advertising … [Read more...] about Common Ways Businesses Sabotage Their Own Advertising
Questions to Ask When You're Vetting a New Online Advertiser
Last month, we reviewed the differences between various online advertising programs and showed you how to choose which one best fits your company's marketing needs. Now that you've selected the right online advertising approach for your company, we want to show you how to find the new online advertiser that will bring you the best results and most satisfaction. When it comes to choosing a new advertising provider, there are inherent risks involved. You have no way of being 100% certain that any … [Read more...] about Questions to Ask When You're Vetting a New Online Advertiser
How to Find the Online Advertising Program That's Best for Your Business
You're a savvy business owner, and you know that becoming more visible on the Internet is vital to your company's success. But the number of online advertising buzzwords is completely overwhelming. You're supremely skilled in your own trade, but how are you supposed to figure out the best strategy for online advertising when your Internet skills don't extend much past e-mail, Google, and Facebook? We hear you. The world of online advertising is vast and confusing. That's why we've put together a … [Read more...] about How to Find the Online Advertising Program That's Best for Your Business