Tag: Advertising

This year could be the biggest year of growth that one lucky company has ever had. Dynamic Business and Strategy and Action are launching a $50,000 Marketing Breakthrough Competition.

When it comes to traditional and online marketing strategies there are so many options and opinions about where you should be investing your money and there is always the risk of spreading yourself too thin. Marketing is most effective when you create a strategy that incorporates all of your marketing activities – both traditional and online.

Three things you need to know about ‘right of publicity’ when selecting photos for your website or advertising.

Advertising is not a necessity when it comes to getting the name of your business out to the public. Being proactive in your marketing approach can be much more cost-effective than paying for advertising.

Building a brand isn’t just about creating a great logo, slogan or an ad campaign. Here’s what SMBs can learn from some of the best in the business – Woolworths, Virgin Australia and Apple.

Most business owners confuse their brand with branding. A brand is a carefully crafted perception that’s linked to branding, which is designed to influence purchasing decisions. So how does branding work?

When considering any marketing campaign, it is best to put your money somewhere where it will work harder for you… and that isn’t necessarily advertising.

Direct mail marketing has become less popular since the advent of email, meaning consumer letterboxes are becoming less crowded as inboxes become increasingly full. See the opportunity here?

Online business directories are evolving to become customer engagement tools for small businesses. In this opinion piece, TrueLocal’s Simon Carson argues that it makes sense for SMBs to capitalise on the benefits of listing their companies online, which is often free.

Rick Marton defines the difference between marketing and advertising and how it all fits into your brand’s message.

“Marketing is the bigger picture which encompasses everything that leaves an impression in the mind of your audience. It may not always be directly under your control.”