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12/04/2024

Did you know that Workplace Safety North has developed the free Mental Health Guide for Small Businesses? This informative guide was created with the assistance CMHA National and gives small business owners a framework for creating positive mental health work environment.

People are still feeling the effects of the pandemic – mentally, physically, and in terms of how they need to operate their businesses to thrive. This guide helps SBO’s to navigate the things that are within their control, and those that aren’t.

To download the guide and other resources from WSN, please visit: https://bit.ly/4eX7Pjn



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Stoicism is a philosophy on how to live your best life - honing your wisdom, virtue and positivity while learning how to...
12/03/2024

Stoicism is a philosophy on how to live your best life - honing your wisdom, virtue and positivity while learning how to handle and reduce negative emotions, and realizing that there are many things you will face in life that are beyond your control.

Practicing stoicism benefits everyone, and it can be particularly useful in helping deal with the stress of running a small business. Read our blog to find out how! https://bit.ly/3ZgSQLn

11/29/2024

Are you ready to take your small business to the next level? Consider event marketing!

Here’s why event marketing helps to grow your brand:

1. It helps to create personal connections - Build lasting relationships with your customers through face-to-face interaction. Nothing beats the power of a personal connection!

2. It boosts brand awareness - Events put your business in the spotlight, increasing visibility and helping you stand out in a crowded market.

3. It generates leads - Use events as a way to capture leads, gain valuable insights, and grow your customer base.

4. It showcases your expertise – You’re an expert in your field – show it! Host workshops, demos, or seminars that showcase your experience.

5. It creates buzz & drives sales - Events generate excitement and can lead to an immediate sales boost, all while creating memorable experiences for attendees.

Let us help you set up an event that gets your small business noticed! Follow for more and contact us now! https://bit.ly/4fdoeRs



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11/27/2024

Surveys show that roughly 94% of customers are less likely to engage with a company after reading negative feedback, and 50% question the quality of the business.*

Online reputation management is something that should be top of mind for small business owners, particularly when it comes to handling reviews. Although it may seem time consuming, it is essential in building your . Here are a few quick tips:

1. Always try to respond, whether the feedback is good or bad. This consistency will show returning and potential customers that you are dedicated to earning and keeping their business.

2. Although you can’t please everyone, you should try. Even with a negative review that you know is the result of something beyond your control, reach out and ask the reviewer to contact you directly. This goes a long way in the eyes of others.

3. Be sure to respond to positive reviews that have substance. If someone has gone into detail about their experience with you, respond with gratitude and a personalized message back. This shows that you don’t think of them as just another transaction.

4. Never use sarcasm, profanity or personal attacks in your response to a negative review. This will immediately turn potential clients away.

5. Understand that you have options in trying to remove harmful reviews. The best step is to speak with the individual personally and try to resolve the issue. This gesture will often persuade them to remove the comment. If you are dealing with a client that is harassing you online, you have the option of hiding or reporting the comment in the hopes of getting it removed.

This of course should only be used in cases of abuse. The best way to deal with negative comments is to provide an experience that doesn’t allow them to take shape.

Did you know that you can get reputation management services for as little as 15 dollars an hour? Contact us now! https://bit.ly/4fdoeRs

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The use of Canva is often a debated topic in the design community. Many graphic designers tend to dismiss the platform w...
11/25/2024

The use of Canva is often a debated topic in the design community. Many graphic designers tend to dismiss the platform when someone mentions they've "designed" something using Canva.

And you know what? They're not wrong. Most small business owners (and even digital marketers) aren't professional designers. They don't have advanced skills in Photoshop or Illustrator—they’re just trying their best to create engaging content to promote their brand. Hiring a skilled graphic designer for branding and asset creation is a luxury that many can't afford.

Fortunately, there are some simple yet effective design tricks that small business owners can use to elevate their marketing visuals - being one of them. Masking is a technique that involves hiding or revealing specific elements of your images in your designs. It can create visual effects like making images appear to pop off the page or giving them a more three-dimensional feel. This technique is perfect for transforming basic photos into professional-looking marketing assets.

For for a quick video tutorial on how to use masking in Canva to improve your design skills, click here: https://bit.ly/3ZxBZ8J

Did you know that email marketing is still one of the most effective ways to engage with your audience and drive sales? ...
11/22/2024

Did you know that email marketing is still one of the most effective ways to engage with your audience and drive sales? Here’s why email marketing should be a cornerstone of your small business marketing strategy:

• 87% of brands say that email contributed to their success (HubSpot)

• When a company personalizes email, in can increase profit by up to 760% (Tech Jury)

• Fridays have the highest open rate – just over 19% (Moosend)

• 77% of B2B buyers prefer to be contacted through email (Porch Group Media)

• 42% of people delete emails that aren’t optimized for mobile (SaleCycle)

Whether you’re nurturing leads, driving sales, or building lasting relationships—email marketing gets results. If you want to discuss an email marketing strategy that suits you, contact us now: https://bit.ly/4fdoeRs

Other statistics: Luisa Zhou Live, Campaign Monitor, OptinMonster, Content Marketing Institute

11/19/2024

Let’s look at the phenomenal success of Kenco UK & Ireland , NOOMA, Dollar Shave Club, Gymshark, and Airbnb. What set these companies apart and allowed them to grow into the industry leaders that they became?

Their approach to marketing. Learn more in our blog: https://bit.ly/3YYEyPh

Did you know that 81% of consumers won’t consider buying from a brand they don’t trust?* The key to building that trust ...
11/15/2024

Did you know that 81% of consumers won’t consider buying from a brand they don’t trust?* The key to building that trust is consistency.

For many small business owners, maintaining consistency in marketing can be a challenge—and this inconsistency often affects their brand’s credibility. Irregular social media posts, shifting styles and tones, and unclear messaging about your vision and values can confuse your audience and erode their trust.

That’s where brand guidelines come in. Even small businesses can greatly benefit from having a clear, comprehensive set of rules that define how your brand communicates and presents itself. Brand guidelines cover key areas, such as:

Visual elements: Define how your logo should be used (size, spacing, variations), your color palette, preferred image styles, typography, and other visual elements to ensure a cohesive look.

Written elements: Set clear rules for the tone and voice you’ll use when speaking to your audience. Will you be playful and humorous, or more formal and professional? Will you bend grammar rules to create a unique style?

How to use your visuals: Specify how different colors, fonts, and graphics should represent the various pillars of your business. Should certain values or services be associated with particular design elements?

Having a set of brand guidelines ensures that everything you do—whether it’s a social media post or a website update—feels aligned and cohesive.

For inspiration, check out these 28 brand guidelines compiled by Looka https://bit.ly/3ZbURbZ

If you need help creating or refining your brand guidelines, we’re here for you! Our affordable services are designed to help small businesses in Halton and Hamilton build strong, consistent brands: https://bit.ly/4fdoeRs

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We’re thrilled to be working with Liamvfit, helping to establish his brand and getting him set up with a solid foundatio...
11/14/2024

We’re thrilled to be working with Liamvfit, helping to establish his brand and getting him set up with a solid foundation in marketing his personal training services!

One of the first steps is a proper logo. The final product combines strong, sturdy lettering with a simple weight design, all on top of a circular background resembling a gym plate. Not only does the colour red tie into his work with GoodLife Burlington Centre, but it represents energy, passion, and desire – all things that you want in a trainer!

A logo helps clients and customers recognize your brand. It pops into people’s heads when they hear your name. It distinguishes you from your competition. And as you build your brand, it becomes synonymous with what you represent.

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