Tossing in your sleep? Struggling to focus on the hustle and bustle of your business? Quit procrastinating, casting it aside and claiming you’re too busy. You’re only kidding yourself. If you’ve been struck by inspiration, embrace your vision and bring it to life. We’ve got all the tips and tricks on how to pull it off. Read more »
The use of hashtag or ‘#’ on social media, rose to fame on twitter in 2009 as a way to categorise content, and is now used on most social networking sites. However, randomly tagging words in your post might not get the outcome you were looking for. That’s right, that little symbol you see splashed all over your socials, is a little trickier to get right than you might think.
You might be thinking do I even need to use them. Short answer, yes. They’re an efficient and FREE way to not only help categorise content, but promote engagement and increase click traffic, while also reaching your target audience… provided you use them correctly.
Despite all your hard work, negative feedback is inevitable and how you respond to it can make all the difference. But don’t let it get you flustered, responding can be as easy as crossing the road. Whether you’re able to correct the customers negative experience or not, negative feedback should always be taken as an opportunity to learn and improve your brand.
When you’re running an empire, it can feel like new tasks pop up on your to-do list faster than they’re being ticked off. If you’re struggling to manage the hustle and grind of your business, it might be time to reassess your time management skills. Lucky for you we’ve got some simple tips and tricks to help you get your to-do list under control.
No, we didn’t skip a few pages on our calendar; we’re celebrating the other new year. There might not be fireworks booming as we bring in another financial year, but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate. As you flip your diary to July, embrace a crisp new page and the opportunity to refresh your outlook. It’s time to set some resolutions for the business year to come.
Sometimes, despite all of our planning and preparation, we don’t get the results we expected. When things don’t go according to plan, it’s easy to crawl back into bed and sulk. Don’t give up just yet! Remember, when one door closes another door opens so take this as an opportunity to learn and grow as a business and entrepreneur.
Your customers have their smartphones glued to their hip and a world of knowledge at their fingertips. It would be foolish to underestimate how informed and savvy they are. When it comes to promoting your unique products and services, finding your niche market and making friends with them builds relationships that boost business.
Social media competitions are a fantastic way to show your tribe a little lovin’ and thank them for their support. Giveaways drive engagement in your profile through likes, comments and shares, generating valuable hype around your brand. However, when you’re giving away something for nothing, it’s essential to strategically plan and make sure you get something back. Read more »
It might sound like a cliché but in marketing and advertising, consistency is key to an effective brand identity. Portraying a reliable and cohesive image builds trust between you and your customers, allowing them to develop a relationship with the personality you portray. Whether your finding your brand voice, creating a dynamic company image or communicating to your tribe, pick your path and stick to it. Read more »
Being a savvy entrepreneur is not for the faint of heart. To kill it in the corporate jungle you need to be witty, strategic and on the ball. Don’t let juggling business operations run you off your feet. Pop on the kettle, put on your comfiest pajamas and transform your bed into the ultimate office. Read more »