Anyone who’s built an online business knows that creating an online presence is a must. You’ve got to carve out your little corner of the Internet in order to grow. So how exactly do you do that? Well, it’s different for everyone. It depends on your business and your goals. But I CAN tell you […]
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Adding an announcement bar on your website is a perfect way to share news with your website visitors and increase your sales. It’s easy to add, and if you just need something basic, it’s totally free! What is an announcement bar (or action bar)? Basically, an announcement bar is a small bar along the top
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Instagram can be a game-changer when it comes to growing your business. It’s the social media platform where users are most likely to interact with brands. It focuses on visual storytelling, so you can connect with potential customers and tell your brand story. And with Instagram stories, it’s easier than ever to go behind-the-scenes and
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When it comes to building your own business, usually something’s gotta give: either you pour your time into it, or you pour your money into it. Of course, if you can strike a balance between the two (as in, more of a trickle than a pour), it’s the best of both worlds.
Most people start out with a limited budget for their business (I did too!), so I want to share with you the best free (or very cheap) ways to grow your business while sticking to your budget.
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Website traffic can feel so dang elusive. You may already know that Pinterest is huge for driving traffic, but you may not know exactly how to make it work for you. Why do some people seem to get all the traffic, and others are stuck with zilch? It’s like in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Cool, 6
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Direct messaging on Instagram isn’t just for sending hilarious cat pics to your friends. In fact, it’s one of the best ways to grow your business, make connections with potential customers, and increase your sales. Basically: it goes down in the DMs. Why is direct messaging important for business? There are lots of reasons why
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We’re partway through summer, and the summer slump is in full effect. Haven’t noticed it? You might be lucky. But for most online businesses, summer time means lower traffic and decreased sales. During summer, you SHOULD be feeling like this: But when you look at your sales numbers, you might feel more like this: Why
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Coming up with profitable product ideas for your small business doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. It’s as simple as asking and listening. As a small business owner, you rely on your creative energy. Unfortunately, sometimes it’s as absent as Ferris Bueller. Some days (the best days) you’re filled to the brim with inspiration
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Website traffic can sometimes feel out of reach, especially when you’re new to the online world. (But there are simple ways to increase website traffic – I’ll get to those shortly!) I get how frustrating it can be when you know you have killer content and awesome products, but you can’t seem to get in
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Instagram is the best social media platform for product sellers to focus on first. Having a solid Instagram strategy is the biggest reason my online shop is successful. It’s how I attract a majority of my customers and get traffic to my website. What’s so special about the ‘gram? Well, my friend, there are 7 reasons
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