tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-49330187154242723382024-03-12T20:36:19.707-07:00Small Business Marketing by @MamaPR - Helping entrepreneurs turn their ideas into profits.Helping entrepreneurs turn their ideas and hobbies into profitable businesses. Ok, so you have some business idea, perhaps you have an amazing talent to turn pieces of wire into beautiful jewelry, your family has a secret recipe you want to share with your world, or maybe you're thinking about opening you're own online retail store.Small Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.comBlogger59125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-72904099443783529672012-03-27T16:36:00.001-07:002012-03-27T16:36:00.922-07:00Own Your Online Presence. 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PROMOTION ENDS FRIDAY NOVEMBER 19, 2010.<br /><br /><form action="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr" method="post"><input name="hosted_button_id" value="P3TFN658FKSYE" type="hidden"><br /><input src="https://www.paypal.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_buynowCC_LG.gif" name="submit" alt="PayPal - The safer, easier way to pay online!" type="image" border="0"><br /><img alt="" src="https://www.paypal.com/en_US/i/scr/pixel.gif" width="1" border="0" height="1" /><br /></form>Small Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-92123654028193056422010-11-17T13:20:00.000-08:002010-11-17T13:40:10.552-08:00With so many businesses selling the same type of products you do, how will you stand out from the rest?I'm taking over this blog for Nic, our CEO and AWESOME PR SPECIALIST - at least for a few days while she recovers from the flu.<br /><br />With so many businesses selling the same type of products you do, how will you stand out from the rest?<br /><br />The consumer buying process has changed dramatically - long gone are the days of flipping through yellow pages to find a business, product or service.<br /><br />Today. Its about being found, being connected, being talked about and being featured.<br /><br />To accomplish this you will need a good dose of online Visibility and PR, as well as search engine optimized marketing.<br /><br />If you don’t mind being just another seller among thousands, just keep on doing the same ol' thing.<br /><br />But if you want to make a REAL impact with your business and build a BRAND you have to get noticed. You have to increase your brands visibility, and You have to stand out from the crowd.<br /><br />How do you get your business noticed? You have to use strategies that are designed to PUSH you ahead of your competitors.<br /><br />There’s simply no other way. Think about it.<br /><br />Every client I have worked with has struggled to increase their presence online and many felt like they were going in circles. Its not easy, and promoting yourself online can be quite the beast no doubt. There are so many components to creating an effective marketing campaign. It needs to utilize all the key strategies to make a REAL impact.<br /><br /><br />You need to stand out from the crowd, you need to engage with the buyer so they click on your link or visit your online business and you need to get more people - aside from your immediate circle - to start talking about your products.<br /><br />Having worked with so many online businesses. I can personally vouch that these methods of being more bold and innovative with your marketing works. PR Marketing, infused with search engine optimization, is a more cost-effective way of reaching the masses of consumers who search for your products every day.<br /><br /><br />PR Marketing does more for your business that advertising can never do - It adds credibility.<br /><br /><br />Like they say, you either go BIG or go HOME!<br /><br /><br />Here's to YOUR success!<br /><br /><br />Hillary Trump<br />@homebasedpr<br />www.prdepotchicago.com<br />Building Your Visibility. Building Your Brand. Building Your Business.Small Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-72686041466650364802010-11-16T17:18:00.000-08:002010-11-16T17:31:55.314-08:00PR Reel: Chicago Entrepreneur Set's Her Eye on Bigger and More Sustainable Goals(PRDepotChicago.com) Chicago, IL, November, 13, 2010 – With emerging standards in mind as well as combining cool styles, and the company's deep concern for the planet , Bangledox Clothing came out into the scene with a clear focus - To help lead the way for organic fashion lines.<br /><br /><br />Introducing Bangledox [ban'gel-dox] Clothing®, a new Latino owned green clothing company helping set the standard while incorporating environmentally safe materials such as organic cottons and earth friendly inks and dyes in their clothing line.<br /><br /><br />Organic clothing and green eco friendly fashion have entered mainstream consumer consciousness with a slew of media attention, and for good reason. Its great for the environment and it helps draw attention to a very important topic.<br /><br /><br />After a humble start at local flea markets the company launched its first online presence at www.bangledox.com over five years ago, and has plans to roll out new designs for a new Summer launch for 2011.<br /><br />The company was determined to roll out a new t-shirt line that they could be proud of and know that they were not harming the planet, as well as help draw attention to a very important topic.<br /><br />They feel they are achieving this.<br /><br /><br />The new site will also have helpful tips on saving energy as well as other useful environmental information that its visitors can use to help do their part for the planet.<br /><br /><br />"We are very excited and can tell you this will be a combination of innovation and education ... not just a retail store." says Martha, owner of Bangledox Organic Clothing.<br /><br /><br />Bangledox is grounded in the concept that the clothing industry and environment can co-exist, all of their clothing is sweat-shop free and produced in U.S.<br /><br /><br />The Bangledox Organic Clothing company is represented by Public Relations Depot (www.prdepotchicago.com) and has been featured in Latina Style Magazine, Keetsa, Enterprise Magazine, Image Magazine as well as other honorable mentions. Bangledox has an upcoming feature in December 2010 on the well respected AARP Espanol website to be focused on green owned businesses.<br /><br /><br />Bangledox Organic Clothing. We’re more than just a Brand. We’re a movement. ®<br /><br /><br />Contact: Martha M., CEO, Bangledox | sales@bangledox.com<br /><br />###Small Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-63172877704692951692010-10-31T11:39:00.001-07:002010-10-31T11:39:30.156-07:00Need a Memorable Slogan or Tagline created for your business or product? <a href="http://bit.ly/9gXT0Q">http://bit.ly/9gXT0Q</a> branding marketingSmall Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-86745535650616455352010-10-31T11:14:00.000-07:002010-10-31T11:16:56.985-07:00Need a Memorable Slogan or Tagline?Public Relations Depot wants to help you stay on the minds of potential buyers and customers by creating a Slogan or Tagline for your business or products.<br /><br />For just $99 one of our creative writers will develop several options for you to use and include in your marketing materials to help build your Brand. All successful companies have a memorable<br />slogan or tagline that has helped them be remembered in an instant.<br /><br />Nike's famous 'Just Do It' has been around for years, and is still successfully used today.<br /><br />Purchase any package from our site at <a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://www.prdepotchicago.com">www.prdepotchicago.com</a> and we'll include the slogan creation services for Free saving you $99.<br /><br />Limited Time Only!<br /><br /><br />Please contact us via our website at <a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://www.prdepotchicago.com">http://www.prdepotchicago.com</a>Small Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-78394116493910869632010-10-29T13:57:00.000-07:002010-10-29T13:58:20.549-07:00How to Use Public Relations DepotGetting the word out about a new product, merge in partnership, special event, upcoming promotion or to attract new customers can be pretty easy if you choose the right marketing strategy. PRDepotChicago.com is an online SEO & PR company that enables their clients press releases to become an integral part of a company's visibility, marketing as well as search engine optimization.<br /><br />Successful companies and businesses must distribute press releases on a regular and consistent basis. Quarterly and monthly press releases work best. That is why PRDepotChicago.com offers the most cost-effective solutions to reaching more of your target market.<br /><br />Partial List of PRDepotChicago.com Features:<br />- Reach Thousands of Journalists and Potential New Customers<br />- Placement of your Press Release in top Search Engines<br />- SEO Optimization Included<br />- Create a Positive Company Image<br /><br />Click below and Learn More @<br />http://www.prdepotchicago.com<br /><br /><br />How to Use Public Relations Depot<br /><br /> Go to <a href="http://www.prdepotchicago.com">www.PRDEPOTCHICAGO.com </a>and review their packages, and information.<br /><br /> If you are new to the world of PR Marketing or SEO, no worries, contact the company prior to purchasing a package and they will be happy to answer any of your questions as well as go over some suitable options that best fit your budget and needs.<br /><br /> If you are familiar with the benfits of SEO and PR Marketing you can click on "Buy a Package" and you will be taken to their purchasing page where you will see several options listed from Press Release Writing service package to Rotating PR Campaign package. Choose the one that best suits your goals and budget.<br /><br />Determine if you want just a Press Release, Local Distribution, Global Distribution or Rotating PR Campaign. All services are search engine optimized from the Press Release Creation to the media distribution, online posting and social media submissions. Once you have chosen the package, then you can move on and click the "Buy Now" button.<br /><br /><br /> Once you purchase your package of choice you will get an email confirming of the sale transaction. Within 2-24 hours a representative will contact you via email to gather some details about your project as well as inform you of the next steps and completion of your PR Campaign.<br /> <br /><br /> You are now taking a giant step ahead of your competion and pulling away from the crowd by using a marketing strategy that helps your business or product stand out.<br /><br /><br />Learn more at <a href="http://www.prdepotchicago.com">http://www.prdepotchicago.com </a>Small Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-48734252204388510922010-10-19T21:07:00.001-07:002010-10-19T21:07:43.817-07:00Public Relations Depot Helping Small Business' Save Money, Market and Profit <a href="http://bit.ly/9TG7Y2">http://bit.ly/9TG7Y2</a>Small Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-35683322580226286352010-10-19T19:52:00.001-07:002010-10-19T19:54:24.963-07:00Public Relations Depot Helping Small Business' Save Money, Market and Profit<blockquote>Public Relations Depot, a family owned business in Chicago, has been around for nearly ten years helping small businesses market their products more effectively, and cheaply, online. The company recently announced new services and rates.</blockquote><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Chicago, IL, October, 20, 2010</span> - Public Relations Depot is a global internet marketing company specializing in Press Release Campaigns, Mass Media Distribution, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Branding and Small Business Marketing.<br /><br />They are the trusted source for online marketing strategies to the worlds small business owners, individuals, website owners, organizations and institutions.<br /><br />"The goal here is to increase your visibility and the number of featured stories and interviews that mention you or your business. Our solutions are about connecting with consumers by marketing to them on a more personal level." - Nic Soto, CEO, Public Relations Depot<br /><br />The company has recently rolled out new services to help businesses regain, or maintain, a positive standing within the consumer community by focusing more on Branding and Reputation Management, while still offering the industries most affordable internet marketing solutions. <br /><br />Public Relations Depot's marketing solutions are about raising your visibility, building quality links relevant to your website or product to aid the search engines with establishing what your website offers as well as combining Internet marketing, social media as well as public relations campaigns to further reach your target audience and harness free publicity.<br /><br />Their solutions will bring you quality exposure and brand visibility for your business and website.<br /><br />Public Relations Depot Services:<br /><br />Online PR campaigns<br />SEO Writing services<br />Branding<br />Reputation Management<br />Link Building<br />Social Media Marketing<br />Search Engine Optimization<br />Targeted Consumer Marketing<br />Internet Marketing<br />Rotating PR Campaigns / Distribution<br /><br />Learn more at www.prdepotchicago.com<br /><br /><br /><br />About<br /><br />Public Relations Depot helps businesses create distinctive, lasting, and substantial improvements to their marketing goals. We tackle the most difficult challenges that face small business owners, little to no visibility.<br /><br />The company has over 20 years of industry expertise, over 70,000 journalist contacts as well as global reach to help your business reach more targeted consumers and harness free publicity.<br /><br />Their dedication, passion, and knowledge allow them to better serve their clients. A strong network of people who are very passionate about taking on challenges that hold back many entrepreneurs.<br /><br />Optimizing your website content on your pages is no longer enough to rank highly in search engines such as Google and Yahoo, or getting your business out to the masses. To be more effective with SEO and online marketing you need assistance from several key strategies.Small Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-33600006913474464632010-10-12T16:38:00.000-07:002010-10-12T17:00:47.364-07:00Had a bit of a Website Design Nightmare!Has this ever happened to you?<br /><br />You create a website on your own and after months of going live you still no sales or visitors are not spending much time on your website ... OR.. you hire someone who charges you hundreds of dollars if not more and you're still not happy with the results.<br /><br />What can you do?<br /><br />Well, you can spend even MORE money rehiring the same person to redo your site, or someone entirely different... or my personal favorite, you spend hours a week (when you could be doing something more productive) trying to fix the darn thing yourself.<br /><br />Its ok. Take a deep breath... it'll be ok.<br /><br />You see, aside from our<a href="http://www.prdepotchicago.com/"> small business marketing services</a> we also do Website Design Consultations for website owners who have hit a brick wall, and running out of funds.<br /><br />We can help you turn that frown... upside down!<br /><br />Public Relations Depot will:<br /><br /><ul><li><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">Review your entire site</span> from top to bottom, page to page and pinpoint any and all flaws that may be keeping your visitors from staying longer on your site, or even buying.</li><li>We will <span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">create a custom report for you</span> and send it via email to help you turn your sites performance around</li><li style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">Check all meta tags and spelling errors</li><li>Check for broken links<br /></li><li>Send you a list of tips, suggestions as well as advice on how to<span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;"> improve the overall look, feel and navigation in easy to understand terms</span></li></ul>We've helped dozens of website owners since 2005, and we can help you too!<br /><br />Here's the best part.<br /><br />The cost for the Website Design Consultation is just $49!<br /><br />No need to rehire anyone, or start fresh. We'll help you take your site from where it is today, and turn it into what you envisioned it to be.<br /><br />To learn more please contact me, Nic (<a href="http://www.twitter.com/mamapr">@Mamapr</a>) on Twitter or via our site at <a href="http://www.prdepotchicago.com/">www.prdepotchicago.com</a><br /><br />It'll be the BEST money you ever spend on your business!<br /><br /><br /><br />Here's to you success!<br /><br />Nic Soto / PR Marketing Specialist<br /><a href="http://www.twitter.com/mamapr">@Mamapr</a><br /><a href="http://www.prdepotchicago.com/">www.prdepotchicago.com</a>Small Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-36201774044849395262010-10-11T15:13:00.000-07:002010-10-11T15:23:05.669-07:00Super Holiday Sales on Our Small Business ServicesHoliday Special!<br /><br />Get $75 OFF our Rotating PR Package. Your Press Release on rotation for 12 rolling months for just $275 (Reg. $350). Those interested in this package will have the benefits of having our team create (1) SEO Press Release for your business or product, National Media Distribution, Online Posting to Newswires, Social Media Distribution as well as reoccurring distribution for 12 rolling months for one press release.<br /><br />To get started please send me, Nic Soto, an email via our site at <a href="http://www.prdepotchicago.com/">http://www.prdepotchicago.com/</a> or simply send me a DM on Facebook or on Twitter to <a href="http://www.twitter.com/mamapr">@Mamapr</a>. Hope everyone enjoyed their weekend!<br /><br />We are only taking a limited amount of new business.<br /><br />All the best,<br /><br />NicSmall Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-63349146817081162932010-09-20T14:05:00.000-07:002010-09-20T14:11:16.254-07:00Google Instant Search and Your Online BusinessMarketing is ever changing, but what stays the same is ... VISIBILITY. The more visibility your business or product has, the more you will show up on searches. Sounds easy enough, but do not know how to accomplish this the right way. If done incorrectly you could be spinning your head until you crash and burn.<br /><br />Marketing takes a lot more than just your time, in fact it can take a lot of your time if you're going at it alone, but more importantly you need to know what you're doing.<br /><br />Our job is to get your message out to the masses.<br /><br />Public Relations Depot is a global internet marketing company specializing in Press Release Marketing, Mass Media Distribution, Search Engine Optimization, Branding and Small Business Marketing.<br /><br />We are the trusted source for effective online marketing strategies to the worlds small business owners, individuals, organizations and institutions.<br /><br />WHAT WE DO<br />We help businesses create distinctive, lasting, and substantial improvements to their marketing goals. We tackle the most difficult challenges that face small business owners.<br /><br />We have over 20 years of industry expertise, over 70,000 journalist contacts as well as global reach. Our dedication, passion, and knowledge allow us to better serve our clients. We are a network of people who are very passionate about taking on challenges that hold back many entrepreneurs.<br /><br />Why should you choose Public Relations Depot?<br /><br />We offer quality work at prices that are affordable for all budgets<br /> <br />Our team has over 20 years of Marketing, SEO, and PR experience<br /> <br />We get results for our clients<br /> <br />Our press release services are very affordable<br /> <br />We can provide multilevel search engine marketing services and online PR campaigns<br /> <br />You want to raise the profile of your products or services as well as reach more of your target market without the high cost of advertisingSmall Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-66666978152381098432010-08-13T06:38:00.000-07:002010-08-13T06:43:48.829-07:00What can you do when BAD reviews find their way to your business listings?Bad reviews are inevitable these days, but what can a business owner do to try and build a GREAT reputation?<br /><br />It starts with NOT being silent and handling your situation in a well mannered and professional way. If you're like many businesses out there you've had your run with negative reviews, and while your first initial reaction would be to contact the poster and say a few choice words. You're only asking for trouble and quite possibly opening pandora's box.<br /><br />I have three pieces of advice for those who have received a negative review from a customer or unhappy client.<br /><br />1. Take a moment to really read what they are saying. If they are "complaining" about delivery that wasn't as fast as they liked - offer a free gift or a credit if their order did not arrive on time. Look at this as an opportunity to review your own operating procedures to look for areas of improvement in the order taking and shipping process where you can improve on.<br /><br />2. NEVER contact the poster who has left negative feedback about your business or product only to unleash your anger onto them. Its their right to do so, and even though there is a percentage of false negative reviews out there its best to not fall into the trap and contact these individuals personally. Look to correct this if you can.<br /><br />3. Rather than focus your energy on the Who and Why, direct your energy on improving your overall Reputation by creating a positive PR campaign. It helps to add some good PR in these situations and is more affordable these days.<br /><br /><br />If you are facing such challenges, or looking to increase your overall visibility as well as generate some positive word of mouth please feel free to contact me personally through my company website. We are, Public Relations Depot, and our job is increasing your visibility and sales, adding credibility and building POSITIVE word of mouth for your business. Visit us today at <a href="http://www.prdepotchicago.com/">http://www.prdepotchicago.com </a>and lets start building good buzz about you, your business or products.<br /><br /><br />All the best,<br /><a href="http://www.twitter.com/mamapr">@Mamapr</a>Small Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-33386052250080863122010-04-03T16:05:00.000-07:002010-04-03T16:09:57.162-07:00Sister Entrepreneurs Creates New Fashion Line With A Musical Influence For MusicaWear Clothing<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span>While some fashion designers credit their inspiration to a certain culture or art, the truth of the matter is that most of the clothing lines widely popular today are taken straight from the the music scene.<br /><br /><br />MusicaWear Clothing, a new innovative musically inspired clothing label for women, is launching their new Spring 2010 line as well as a fresh new online store at www.musicawear.com this May, and will enable women to purchase from their unique collection of graphic t-shirts and seasonal dresses. An amazing blend of "rebellion" and "femininity" which is a direct reflection of the true style of MusicaWear Clothing.<br /><br /><br />The company, and the creative force behind the MusicaWear Clothing brand, are two very talented entrepreneurial sisters and a true inspiration to young women around the world.<br /><br /><br />"MusicaWear Clothing began from an instant burst of inspiration in the summer of 2008, when I was reading a book on entrepreneurship by Russell Simmons called 'Do You' when my sister, Rhaxel "Roxy" Alfred and business partner, asked me to read the book me the book had inspired her to want to start a clothing line. Being a business major, I thought out loud. Shortly thereafter Roxy shared several sketches of clothing she had just designed and told e idea was a great one simply because it would give me the opportunity to exercise the things I learned in the real world and through my education. So, we talked about some ideas and spent about two weeks creating a business plan for MusicaWear Clothing." says Raquel Alfred, Marketing Director, MusicaWear Clothing.<br /><br /><br />Raquel and Roxy came up with the idea to have MusicaWear Clothing be a fashion line that fused the 'rockstar style of Avril Lavigne with the pop culture chic style of Paris Hilton' and the idea was to make MusicaWear a clothing line that was rebellious, but feminine. The clothing label also decided to have a unique selling point by incorporating music inspirations into all their designs with styles from classic to contemporary looks.<br /><br /><br />MusicaWear wanted to make people feel as though they were able to express themselves through fashion, the way they can through listening to music. They accomplish this by blending microphones, musical notes, instruments, and other elements of music visually into their designs.<br /><br /><br />Learn more about MusicaWear Clothing upcoming 2010 Spring line and more at www.musicawear.com<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">About:</span><br />MusicaWear Clothing started out as a graphic t-shirt business selling at local expos and fashion shows around NYC. The colors, designs and overall aesthetic of their graphic tees were inspired by the femininity of a clothing line headed by another pair of designer sisters.<br /><br />After a year of receiving really good feedback on the graphic t-shirts MusicaWear Clothing decided to move on to the next step in their business plan and began designing dresses, and since November of 2009 the company has been hard at work creating more designs for their Spring 2010 rollout.<br /><br />MusicaWear dresses range in price from $25-40 all made with quality fabrics. Their graphic tees sell for $20 for men and women. They will also will be introducing accessories such as tote bags for women at $14 each.<br /><br />Sizes: S-XXL for men and S-XL for women. Additional sizes can be requested at same cost.<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">MusicaWear Clothing has been featured in:</span><br /><br />Russell Simmons’ Global Grind<br /><a href="http://globalgrind.com/channel/gossip/content/1301323/Runwayink-presents-MusicaWear-Clothing-Runway-Ink/">A FASHION LINE FOR WOMAN WHO ‘APPRECIATE’ MUSIC.</a><br /><br /><a href="http://execbytes.com/?p=776">MusicaWear: Fashion With Passion</a>Small Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-4225672038706844362010-03-20T17:56:00.001-07:002010-03-20T17:56:55.812-07:00How To Launch A New Product The Right WayEvery year it seems as though thousands of new and improved products are launched across the U.S. The vast majority of those products go virtually unnoticed by the public, which ultimately results in less sales revenue for business and manufactures and usually limited options for consumers. So what can you do to ensure that your new product gets noticed by the right market?<br /><br />A product launch that is successful typically requires a solid marketing plan that includes various marketing material for retailers, press releases, email marketing, and a strategic trade show marketing. When these key components combined, your product launch can quickly gain attention and generate sales revenue for your company.<br /><br />Before implementing a marketing strategy to launch your product(s), you will need to make sure that your product is completely finished and ready to be purchased by the general public (please note that “finished” doesn't mean “perfect”, as no product launch will ever be perfect). Your prototype should be completely functional, and the development, and design process, should be completed. Creating a marketing strategy for a completed product is far more easier than creating a marketing strategy for a product that is not yet ready to come out.<br /><br />The first key step toward launching a new product is to create marketing materials for retailers who will carry it in their establishments or online. Take quality photos of your product from every angle to show off its details. Make sure you have a good number of photos of your product in use, as this will instill confidence in your potential customers. Choose a good name for your product that is unique and memorable, and write a number of short descriptions that could be used in marketing materials such as brochures or fliers. Design a unique packaging, making sure to keep it consistent with the other products your business offers. The more work you put for your retailers, the more likely they'll be to sell your product.<br /><br />Once all the marketing materials have been created, it is now time to announce the arrival of your products. Writing a press release is certainly a great way to get your products or message in front of thousands. Your press release should mot be worded as hard sales-copy. Be sure to mention your product name in the title of your press release, and link your press release to your product or your company website. Make sure it features your product before linking it.<br /><br />You can also use direct emailing to getting you product in front of your target market. If you already have an email list of your own with important figures in your industry, you have a great advantage. If not, you can usually find contact emails by looking through website's of a current industry trade shows. Your email marketing should quickly and concisely educate your recipients on your new products, specifically focusing on what makes it different, or better, than other products that are on the market.<br /><br />The final step in launching your product is to show it off at an industry event. Getting your product in front of your target market in person is a marvelous way to convince them that you offer a sound quality product at a fair price. You'll need to reserve a booth at these trade shows and do not forget to fully review the guidelines and cost involved. You may also need accessories at these trade shows, such as lights or flooring for your booth to help highlight your products and set yourself apart from other attendees. Make sure that you are enhancing the product and not overshadowing it with the wrong lighting placement.<br /><br />Once you have had a successful product launch, your work does not stop there. You'll need to continue to hone and refine your marketing strategies, and you will see you jard work, time and investments paying off.Small Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4933018715424272338.post-27088944214820852382010-02-09T08:24:00.001-08:002010-02-09T13:39:06.522-08:002010 Holiday Gift Guide Show<table style="width: 406px; height: 1588px;" id="Table_01" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td colspan="4" valign="bottom"><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://cts.vresp.com/c/?StarkAssociatesInc./937e139dbe/5391d34d87/a8bb7959bf/utm_campaign=Gift%20Guide%20Show%2E%2E%2Eface%20to%20face%20with%20gift%20guide%20editors&utm_content=bangledox@hotmail.com&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=VerticalResponse&utm_term=HTML%20Version%20-%20Image%20Link%201"><img style="width: 334px; height: 45px;" src="http://www.starklmc.com/clients/DSA/ggs_email1/images/ggs1_03.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a></td> <td rowspan="5" background="http://www.starklmc.com/clients/DSA/ggs_email1/images/ggs1_04.jpg"> <img style="width: 1px; height: 981px;" src="http://www.starklmc.com/clients/DSA/ggs_email1/images/ggs1_04.jpg" alt="" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td rowspan="4" bgcolor="#ffffff" valign="top"> <img src="http://www.starklmc.com/clients/GGS/email1_09/images2/GGS_email1_05.jpg" alt="" width="15" height="908" /></td> <td colspan="3" valign="top"> <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://cts.vresp.com/c/?StarkAssociatesInc./937e139dbe/5391d34d87/6b4cc00ec7/utm_campaign=Gift%20Guide%20Show%2E%2E%2Eface%20to%20face%20with%20gift%20guide%20editors&utm_content=bangledox@hotmail.com&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=VerticalResponse&utm_term=HTML%20Version%20-%20Image%20Link%202"><img style="width: 317px; height: 214px;" src="http://www.starklmc.com/clients/GGS/email1_09/images/ggs1_06.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a></td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#ffffff" valign="top"><p class="style2" align="center">Meet New Product Editors From The Top<br /> Consumer Publications</p> <p class="style2" align="center">20% Discount <span class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1265735205_7">Early Bird</span> Special<br /> Ends February 14th! </p> <p class="style2" align="center"><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://cts.vresp.com/c/?StarkAssociatesInc./937e139dbe/5391d34d87/97cdbb7174/utm_campaign=Gift%20Guide%20Show%2E%2E%2Eface%20to%20face%20with%20gift%20guide%20editors&utm_content=bangledox@hotmail.com&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=VerticalResponse&utm_term=HTML%20Version%20-%20Image%20Link%203"><img src="http://www.starklmc.com/clients/GGS/email1_09/images/asq_register.jpg" width="253" border="0" height="78" /></a></p> <p class="style1" align="left">The 2010 Holiday Gift Guide Show is a tabletop exhibition that allows you one-on-one time with some of the top media in charge of holiday gift guides. Introduce up to four of your new products for consideration in holiday gift guides across the country.</p> <p class="style1" align="left">Publications that attended our last media only event include: <span style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(0, 102, 204); cursor: pointer;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1265735205_8">Ladies Home Journal</span>, Men's Health, Playboy, <span style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(0, 102, 204); cursor: pointer;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1265735205_9">Woman's Day</span>, Body + Soul, <span class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1265735205_10">Good Housekeeping</span>, Everyday with Rachael Ray and many more!</p> <p class="style1" align="left">This is a <strong>VERY POPULAR</strong> event where exhibitors receive <strong>EXCLUSIVITY</strong>. </p> <p class="style1" align="left"><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://cts.vresp.com/c/?StarkAssociatesInc./937e139dbe/5391d34d87/82bf90140f/utm_campaign=Gift%20Guide%20Show%2E%2E%2Eface%20to%20face%20with%20gift%20guide%20editors&utm_content=bangledox@hotmail.com&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=VerticalResponse&utm_term=Find%20out%20if%20this%20is%20right%20for%20your%20products%2E%2E%2E"><span class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1265735205_11">Find out if this is right for your products...</span></a></p></td> <td colspan="2" bgcolor="#ffffff" valign="top"><br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2" bgcolor="#ffffff" valign="top"><div align="center"> <p class="style2">Show Facts</p> <table width="380" align="center" border="0" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td width="111"><span class="style3">WHEN: </span></td> <td width="269"><span class="style3">May 19th, 2010</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span class="style3">WHERE: </span></td> <td><span class="style3">Marriott Marquis New York in Times Square</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"><span class="style4">FORMAT:</span></td> <td valign="top"><p class="style3">Tabletop show where the room is open, and the tables are arranged to make it easy for the editors to flow through the room at a comfortable pace. <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://cts.vresp.com/c/?StarkAssociatesInc./937e139dbe/5391d34d87/eba296d475/utm_campaign=Gift%20Guide%20Show%2E%2E%2Eface%20to%20face%20with%20gift%20guide%20editors&utm_content=bangledox@hotmail.com&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=VerticalResponse&utm_term=Photos%20here%2E"><span class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1265735205_14">Photos here.</span></a></p> <p class="style3">We will provide:<br /> <br />A large skirted tabletop in open view of the whole room and access to some of the nation's largest magazine editors.</p> <p class="style3">We will also provide an online press kit for each exhibitor.</p> <p class="style3">The show will be limited to 65 exhibitors.</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"><span class="style3">WHAT TO EXPECT:</span></td> <td><span class="style3">The show is designed to help media find some of the best new products for gift guides and other new product editorial. Editors will walk the show area and ask questions, get press kits and may ask for product samples. </span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span class="style3">WEBSITE:</span></td> <td><span class="style3"><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.giftguideshow.com/">http://www.giftguideshow.com</a></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span class="style3">CONTACT:</span></td> <td><p class="style3"><span style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(0, 102, 204); cursor: pointer;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1265735205_15">Andrew Stark</span> <span style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(0, 102, 204); cursor: pointer;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1265735205_16">803-802-7141 ext. 10</span> or <a rel="nofollow" ymailto="mailto:andrew@propelmediaevents.com" target="_blank" href="http://us.mc1138.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=andrew@propelmediaevents.com"><span class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1265735205_17">andrew@propelmediaevents.com</span></a></p> <p class="style3">Kevin Nichols <span style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(0, 102, 204); background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; cursor: pointer; -moz-background-clip: border; -moz-background-origin: padding; -moz-background-inline-policy: continuous;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1265735205_18">803-802-7141 ext. 13</span> or <a rel="nofollow" ymailto="mailto:kevin@propelmediaevents.com" target="_blank" href="http://us.mc1138.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=kevin@propelmediaevents.com"><span class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1265735205_19">kevin@propelmediaevents.com</span></a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></div></td></tr></tbody></table><a href="http://ping.fm/8sMve"></a>Small Business Marketinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597465935125082935noreply@blogger.com0