Promoting your Online Business
Is it possible to have unlimited possibilities?
It is not impossible as long as you believe in yourself and keep on hustling. This may be the case but you must also know how to promote your business online. You need to create an online presence that doesn't get too many views, make people want more, or quickly hide so that others won't steal your ideas or startup. There are a lot of tools out there for promotion but one thing that can help is making sure your website looks clean and professional. It's all about quality over quantity in business after all, so don't cut corners when it comes to design and content of your website.
There are a lot of people who would like to promote their business but they don't have the money to pay thousands of dollars a month for expensive marketing. Yet, they know that paying less won't get the same results that would if they were paying more. And to be honest, you can do it without spending a lot – just learning how to make social media work for your business.
How can you promote your online business?
Here are 5 simple steps to follow:
1. Know what social networks fit best for your business and industry. Be sure that each one is perfectly linked with other networks so as to keep on building brand awareness in the community.
2. Know how to use the right hashtags to get on top of trends. When you know how to use the right hashtags, more people will begin following you and liking your posts.
3. Create a blog that only you would like. It shows that you are in charge of your own business and know what is best for it – as opposed to other businesses who don't even manage their own websites and doesn't have a choice but to hire someone else for the job [their website gets done by someone else].
4. Create contests, sweepstakes and giveaways that will make your business look more serious. You'll have loyal customers who are willing to keep on helping you out with their own money.
5. Know what tools can help you monitor your social media accounts, blogs, and websites so that there will be no more unwanted users who slip in and spam the comments section of your website. [ARTICLE END]
By: Mac Reynolds - Your Tech Guru at HowToSaveMoneyOnline.com
Source/ References: Forbes/ DigitalTrends/ Mashable/ Business2Community/ Contently.com
Mar 31, 2016 | www.yoursmartphoneapp.com
I'm considering starting an SEO agency, but I can't figure out what to charge for the service. Any suggestions?
SEO is a process people may not be aware of. It's not the same thing as "search optimization" or "search engine optimization." The first step is to find out how you can attract customers and potential customers. After that, you'll want to research keywords related to your industry and come up with keywords that are easily converted into website traffic. Let's say you're in the automotive industry, your company name should be easy to type in and be easily remembered by visitors. You could go with "The Alfa Romeo" or "SEO Experts," for example.
After that, you'll need to develop a marketing strategy for search engine optimization. This includes changes to your website, blog posts, and other content you want to appear on the first page of search engine results. SEO is more complex than simply using keywords in your website's URL or in a blog post title. It's also about creating relevant content and giving people something they want rather than what they expect. After that, you have to track your metrics regularly by checking analytics and make adjustments accordingly. You also have to be patient because it takes time for things change with regard to SEO rankings. If you only give it a month or so, you may over-correct and lose customers. It's all about making adjustments and keeping track of your success or failure.
If you want to become an SEO expert, then start by finding out what works for other SEO companies so that you can learn from their experience. Then, do a little research about keywords which are relevant to your industry and start to develop them into content. Make sure to track your traffic and analyze it after a few months. If the number of visitors keeps going down, then you need to make adjustments in terms of content and promotions on your website. You also want to make sure that your website is mobile friendly.
How do you determine a reasonable rate to charge for SEO services?
We can't tell you what to charge because it depends on your industry and the location within that industry. Also, nobody likes to get lowballed on a price they're not happy with in the first place. We recommend pricing yourself based on value and by how much effort will go into an SEO project. This means you have to understand how SEO works, what kind of resources are available for a particular industry, and how competitive your market is. Look for keywords that are searched at least 10,000 times per month, but less than 50,000 times – this usually indicates average competition for search results.
There are a lot of SEO agencies out there – you just have to do your research, find out what you like, and design the perfect SEO agency that will fit the industry and the location. Keep in mind that this is one of those businesses which require a lot of patience – it won't happen overnight. It's all about research, marketing, and analysis.
By: Chris Nguyen - Your Tech Guru at YourSmartPhoneApp.com
Mar 31, 2016 | www.yoursmartphoneapp.com
What is the best photo editing software?
There are a lot of photo editing software in the market which you can use to edit your photos. You can edit photos using filters, layers, or even by editing them manually. If you have a tablet or laptop with Windows 10, then you have access to an excellent app that comes from Microsoft – it's called "Photos." It comes as part of the operating system and it's pretty useful for most people who use a computer for work or for school. If you're looking for something more powerful, then Photoshop is your answer – it's one of those applications which will be used over and over again because it's so versatile.
If you're looking for a web-based app that you can use to edit your photos, then Pixlr is an excellent option. It comes with a lot of useful features including photo effects, crop and resize options, filters, borders – the list goes on. It's quick to use and you don't have to download any files or software. You just need to sign up for an account and you're ready to start using it. The interface is user-friendly and you'll pick it up in no time at all.
PicMonkey is another excellent option for those who want to edit their photos using various features such as additions of text or effects on the photo itself.
Conclusion
There are a lot of photo editing software out there, but you want to find the perfect one which works for you. There are plenty of web-based options that you can use, and they might be better depending on your needs. If you're looking for more features, then go with Photoshop. Otherwise, use Pixlr or PicMonkey if you don't need as many options.
By: Mac Reynolds - Your Tech Guru at HowToSaveMoneyOnline.com
Mar 31, 2016 | www.yoursmartphoneapp.