Tuesday, June 27, 2017

How To Drive Summer Marketing To Your Local Business

Newsletter | June 27, 2017

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Free eBook to Drive Summer Marketing for Local Businesses

The change in season also means a drastic change in consumer behavior. With temperatures on the rise, so is consumer spending. Research shows that people are online and on their devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops, etc.) more during the warmer months of the year.

With summer upon us, now is the time to ramp up marketing campaigns and get in front of the flurry of potential customers out and about for the season. A free eBook is available to help businesses enhance their digital presence based on seasonal trends.

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Twitter Chat: "Get Inspired in Your Business"
Jun 28 - Online, Twitter
Are you ready for the Microsoft Inspire event? The company’s annual partner conference is only a couple weeks away! Join Anita Campbell, CEO of Small Business Trends, and Small Business expert Gene Marks on June 28, 2017 at 3pm ET (12pm PT) under the hashtag #MSBizTips for a preview of what’s coming down the pipeline for small businesses from Microsoft, and discover what you can expect to learn from the conference.
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WEBINAR: Give Your Team What it Needs for Speed
Jun 29 - Online
The right technology tools and resources can help your team respond to—and stay ahead of—your competition and the market. Whether you have two employees or 100, you can always ramp up team speed. From improving processes and decision-making to boosting collaboration and providing your team with the technology and tools it needs, this webinar will explore the ways in which team speed can be leveraged as a critical competitive edge. Our panel of entrepreneurs and experts will engage in a lively, informed and interactive discussion about how you make your team more nimble and agile—and boost productivity and profits as a result. Our Panelists include Anita Campbell, CEO of Small Business Trends, Gene Marks, owner and operator of the Marks Group, and Ramon Ray, Small Business Evangelist at Infusionsoft, publisher of Smart Hustle magazine, and Technology Evangelist at SmallBizTechnology.
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Rule Breaker Awards 2017
Jun 30 - Online
Entrepreneurs don’t play by the rules. Why should you be judged by them? The Rule Breaker Awards will honor and celebrate those entrepreneurs who have succeeded by doing it their way. Some have created whole new industries; others have revolutionized industries that have existed for hundreds of years. Nominations end June 30, 2017. Nominate an entrepreneur today!
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Spotlight: Bryson City Bicycles Offers a Friendly Atmosphere
The company in this week's Small Biz Spotlight faced an uphill climb at first, but became a bicycle shop success story by creating a friendly atmosphere.

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10 Essential Reads for Leaders in a Disruptive Future
As the world become more complex and unpredictable, it's essential for leaders to prepare now. Get started with these 10 books on disruptive leadership. Read More

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Tuesday, June 20, 2017

Twitter Chat: How Business Owners are Confronting Today’s Challenges

Newsletter | June 20, 2017

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Twitter Chat: "Get Inspired in Your Business"

Are you ready for the Microsoft Inspire event? The company's annual partner conference is only a couple weeks away! Join Anita Campbell, CEO of Small Business Trends, and Small Business expert Gene Marks on June 28, 2017 at 3pm ET (12pm PT) under the hashtag #MSBizTips for a preview of what's coming down the pipeline for small businesses from Microsoft, and discover what you can expect to learn from the conference.

Twitter Chat: "Voices of Small Business: How Business Owners are Confronting Today’s Challenges"
Jun 21 - Online, Twitter
Join us on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 7:00 pm ET under the hashtag #MetLifeSmallBiz to explore how small business owners are navigating the current economic climate as well as their outlook on hiring and future business conditions. Spotlight findings will be shared by Anita Campbell, CEO of Small Business Trends (@SmallBizTrends), and MetLife (@MetLife) from the new MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index, including commentary from real business owners. Join in the discussion to receive actionable insights that will help you manage your businesses for success.
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Spotlight: Modern Catskills Specializes in Sustainable Homes
This sustainable home builder is making it in the competitive home construction industry. Find out how in this week's Small Biz Spotlight.

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Shine: Connect With the People in Your World With More Impact
SHINE isn't your ordinary book providing workplace communication tips. In stead, it helps readers connect with the people in their world with more impact. Read More

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Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Is ENERGY STAR Worth It for Small Businesses?

Newsletter | June 13, 2017

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Is ENERGY STAR® Worth It for Small Businesses?

Making smarter choices when it comes to your energy use can help you run your business more efficiently and can have a big impact on your small business. One way to do that is by looking for the blue ENERGY STAR label when selecting new pieces of equipment or building your business from the ground up.

ENERGY STAR is designed to help small businesses and consumers get a better understanding about the energy consumption of the products they use and the buildings they operate. We take a deeper dive into what ENERGY STAR is and breakdown if it's valuable for your small business.

Twitter Chat: "Voices of Small Business: How Business Owners are Confronting Today’s Challenges"
Jun 21 - Online, Twitter
Join us on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 7:00 pm ET under the hashtag #MetLifeSmallBiz to explore how small business owners are navigating the current economic climate as well as their outlook on hiring and future business conditions. Spotlight findings will be shared by Anita Campbell, CEO of Small Business Trends (@SmallBizTrends), and MetLife (@MetLife) from the new MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index, including commentary from real business owners. Join in the discussion to receive actionable insights that will help you manage your businesses for success.
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Spotlight: Timyo Saves Busy Professionals Time on Emails
Managing email can be a time-consuming task. But the Timyo email solution, created by a small business, aims to make that task easier.

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Heart and Sell: Embracing Emotions Can Boost Your Selling Skills
Heart and Sell helps sales professionals leverage their own emotions to tap into a higher and more engaging level of success. Read More

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Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Top 10 Ways to Lower Your Utility Bills

Newsletter | June 6, 2017

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Top 10 Ways to Lower Utility Bills

It's hard to lower the cost of doing business if you ignore your utility bills. Lowering that bill is easier than you think and is the focus of the 10 tips in this video. The good thing about these tips is that, for the most part, they're inexpensive and easy to implement. And, the tips that address simple changes in habits will cost your small business nothing at all.

Twitter Chat: #MSBizTips MegaChat
Jun 08 - Online, Twitter
We’ve gathered some of the best small business minds & experts to answer your pressing questions in an expert panel that includes @Cindy_Bates, @SteveStrauss, @BarryMoltz, @Alltopstartups, @Shawn_Hessinger & @ScoreMentors. Ask away - about anything business related - during the live event! Join in the discussion June 8th at 2 PM ET (11AM PT) on Twitter under the hashtag #MSBizTips. Sponsored by @MSFT_Business.
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Spotlight: AliDropship Makes Life Easier for eCommerce Businesses
AliDropship, an AliExpress dropshipping service, is in this week's Small Biz Spotlight. Find out how the company would spend an extra $100,000.

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Marketing for CEOs Focuses on Leadership that Embraces the Future
Overall, marketing for CEOs argues for a leadership that embraces the future rather than stubbornly holding onto the past. Read More

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