The Small Business Blog

MARCH 6, 2014

Social media networks are awesome for small businesses, but if you are not using the right tools to evaluate what you are doing on them then you may not be getting the most from the experience. Business Infographics Infographic Social Media' Are you aware of how much engagement each of your posts receives?

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 11, 2014

‘We don’t have a choice on whether we do social media; the question is how well we do it?’ One of the biggest changes I’ve seen is how social media now plays a crucial part in the role of an admin professional. So how do admin professionals become social media experts?

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 11, 2013

If you’ve ever setup more than one social media page for your business, you’ll already be aware that each page requires very different image sizes and you won’t be able to get by with just one version of your logo.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 12, 2014

Be fun but be professional when using Social Media. But it is still worth reiterating every year that social media should be used responsibly, especially as more and more people are using the various platforms. This is an oldie but a goldie and it is still going to be the top tip for all social media users in 2015.

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Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 18, 2023

Surf the Web Regularly: Just like checking the weather, make it a habit to explore websites, blogs, and news sources that talk about digital trends. Pay attention to new social media platforms, new technologies and emerging apps and services. This will help keep you in the loop about the latest advancements.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

Over the last few weeks I’ve been writing about social media and how best assistants can use it for their professional lives. If you are like me and enjoy writing and/or reading lots of blogs then you will have picked up an invaluable skill that can be easily adapted for business. Does your company have a blog?

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The Small Business Blog

MARCH 4, 2014

We expect that most of you small business owners out there already have a presence on social media and that probably includes a Twitter account too. What you may not realise is how valuable every one of your (real) Twitter followers actually are to your small business.

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The Small Business Blog

JULY 3, 2013

If you are having problems using social media to promote your small business (in particular, on Twitter) then today’s infographic might help. Many people just starting out on social media can find the lack of interaction disheartening and they might feel like they are just shouting into a void where nobody is listening.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Do you think assistants should use social media for professional purposes? If you answered positively then yes you would be correct I think using social media for your professional development and networking is an absolute must! Here are ten do ‘s and ten don’ts for using social media professionally….

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 8, 2013

Social media has become another one of those “must-do” daily tasks for the average entrepreneur. But how can you avoid simply wasting time on social media and maximise… Read the full article here: Top 5 Tips for Maximising ROI with Social Media on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

Over the last few years the events industry have wholeheartedly embraced social media and assistants should also be doing this when they organise internal events for their businesses. Here are 6 examples of how social media can help you with the events you organise: 1. Event page on LinkedIn. Tweet all about your event.

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Tips From T. Marie

APRIL 27, 2023

Use Social Media Social media is a great tool for home business owners looking to find clients. Use platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook to showcase your services and connect with potential clients. Share your content on social media and other platforms to expand your reach.

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The Small Business Blog

JANUARY 21, 2013

Top 5 Tips posts from the SME Blog are always full of hints and tips for small, home & micro business owners. Hashtags are widely used on social media, especially on Twitter, but have now been adopted by many other social media platforms too. Use hashtags that are short and concise.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 4, 2014

Key characteristics desired are those who are avid users of the Internet, blogs, Twitter and/or who have a Facebook page or other social networking account. The post Assistants Can Use Social Media To Their Advantage appeared first on Office Dynamics. Encouragement to participate on Facebook. Joan Burge.

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Customers Rock!

JANUARY 24, 2012

This post is part of the Social ROI Blog Carnival at Think Customers: the 1to1 Media blog. Visit the blog carnival post “ Calculating the ROI of Social Media ” to check out the full list of posts from numerous well-known social media thought leaders. What are the costs?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Definition of Imposter Syndrome and how it can hamper your confidence when it comes to going on social media on videos, writing blogs, etc. “Comparisonitis” social media, and who you follow. Some ways you can get comfortable “going live” on social media. Resource(s) Mentioned.

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Small Business CEO

DECEMBER 10, 2019

He has 62,000 followers on Instagram, over 81,000 followers on Twitter, nearly half a million YouTube subscribers, approximately a million podcast listens per month, and millions of monthly readers on his personal marketing blog.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 3, 2017

In honor of Administrative Professionals Day, Office Dynamics loves to hold our annual Blog-A-Thon for the entire month of April. It’s time to kick-off a special event we’ve been hosting for years here on our blog that we hope you will enjoy! You will be notified by email each time we add a new entry to our blog.

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Success

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

For example, your city probably has at least one locally renowned “celebrity chef” restaurateur or retail shop owner whose popularity and visibility in the community or on social media helps drive their business. Repeat this exercise with Twitter. What’s the ROI on personal branding for your business? Here’s what to consider.

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The Small Business Blog

AUGUST 15, 2013

Twitter has rapidly established itself as one of the best marketing and promotion tools available. Its bite-sized content and highly social nature means it’s the perfect platform for getting people to talk about your educational establishment. From events and goings on to staff recruitment, Twitter is incredibly powerful.

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The Small Business Blog

JANUARY 26, 2011

Social media sites are not longer just the realm of individuals, and those who regularly read my blog know I’m a huge advocate of the power of social media for small businesses. Here are a few ways to take advantage of social media for your business.

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Tips From T. Marie

APRIL 1, 2014

Categories: Blogging & Social Media. Business Tips Is social media right for everyone? Can Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc. Blogging & Social Media Business Tips' make an impact no matter who/what you are? Example: has it changed the way meteorologists perform their jobs?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

I was on the phone the other day with one of my private clients and we were talking about her social media strategy.    I barely have enough time to create my webinars and blog posts.    Twitter , Facebook , LinkedIn , Quora and the list goes on and on!  To your social media success!

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 30, 2013

It is a good insight into how “one” person, Guy Kawasaki , manages a large social-media presence. How I Post—A Social-Media Core Dump. Many people ask me how I manage my social media accounts (and others make stuff up rather than figure out what I do). On Twitter, I’m @GuyKawasaki.

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Andrea Kalli

MARCH 16, 2010

While thousands of marketers battle for the best PPC advertising spots, conversion rates, and lowest bid prices, smart marketers are building communities, fostering organic support, and launching their products to ultra-cheap promotion through social media. However, not every social media product launch is a success.

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Andrea Kalli

JUNE 18, 2010

In addition, take note of how frequently they ‘@’ and direct message their customers, how frequently they communicate with influential twitterers (5000+ followers) and whether they use their account for customer service or some kind of direct sales service. AirAsia is on Twitter and it uses the service effectively.

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Small Business Labs

MAY 20, 2010

Small Business Labs Tracking and Forecasting the Trends Impacting the Future of Small Business Welcome to Small Business Labs Small Business Labs, from Emergent Research , covers the key social, technology and business trends impacting small business.   Only 22% of small businesses who use social media believe it has been profitable. 

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Andrea Kalli

APRIL 11, 2011

Here are a few ways to systematize and simplify your Social Media efforts. Social media ‘gurus’ have invested thousands of hours in their online brands, often losing track of more important metrics in the process. Social media marketing is as much about opportunity cost as it is real results.

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Tips From T. Marie

JULY 27, 2011

As a Virtual Online Technology Assistant and a small business owner who has had a good deal of success using social media I’m often asked by others about how to use social media successfully for their own businesses. I just gave you the secret to making social media work for you and your business.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

You may still be unemployed for a variety of reasons, but those who have found work say their strategies can help other job seekers For example, Christine Demeropolis says she landed her new position as an account executive for Wordsworth Communications in Cincinnati through Twitter. "I I asked for more details and then sent in my resume."

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Andrea Kalli

MARCH 16, 2010

While thousands of marketers battle for the best PPC advertising spots, conversion rates, and lowest bid prices, smart marketers are building communities, fostering organic support, and launching their products to ultra-cheap promotion through social media. However, not every social media product launch is a success.

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Andrea Kalli

NOVEMBER 12, 2010

Some claim that social media can revive failing businesses; others that it can significantly increase your brand power. Like most marketing forms, the value of social media is variable. There’s one field in which social media truly shines: SEO. Posting complete links on Twitter can be a disaster.

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 22, 2010

Other Great Business Blogs Social Media for Business WinWeb Pitch of the Week – Martin Everard Benefits Of Building A Home Business Is There More Financial Hardship To Come? One I would add would be to blog as we. Entrepreneur, Shama Kabani (formerly Hyder) also believes in social media marketing.

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The Small Business Blog

JULY 30, 2011

Reading some twitter feeds you can’t help but wonder how long these people will be in business, calling customers, co-workers and anyone else all kind of very unpleasant names. It may be worth thinking not only about how social media can help you grow your…

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

I have been talking with people about social media a lot lately.    There is a lot of confusion and frustration about what to do and what not to do when it comes to social media. Recently, I participated in Michele Price's #SpeakChat on Twitter.  Have a Social Media Plan.

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 25, 2010

Other Great Business Blogs Social Media for Business WinWeb Pitch of the Week – Martin Everard Benefits Of Building A Home Business Is There More Financial Hardship To Come? One I would add would be to blog as we. What better way to do this than through social media? You want a little more. Do you think.

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 5, 2013

I don’t check my followers on Twitter very regularly but I’ve noticed that at some point between Easter Monday and this afternoon on Friday, I have lost nearly 20,000 of them. Social Media The Week Ender fail whale happy interact lost twitter followers spam spambot spambots spammers twitter'

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