Tips From T. Marie

JULY 27, 2023

By providing services or products that are relevant during various seasons, you ensure a steady stream of customers and income. Embrace Online Presence Establish a strong online presence through a professional website and active social media accounts. Leveraging E-Commerce Set up an online store to tap into a broader audience.

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Tips From T. Marie

MAY 19, 2023

Understanding your target audience will help you tailor your products or services to meet their needs How to Research and Analyze a Potential Niche Market Once you have identified your interests and passions, evaluated your skills and expertise, and defined your target audience, it’s time to research and analyze your potential niche market.

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Tips From T. Marie

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

It can help you create social media content. For example, NexBot can help you generate not only social media posts, but it can help you with hashtags, video captions and even your personal or company bio for your profile page. It can be used for lots of things that can benefit a business. Yup, NexBot can do that for you.

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Tips From T. Marie

APRIL 25, 2023

First, you need to understand your target customers , competitors, and products. This could be your values, product or service offerings, or a guarantee or policy that is special to your company. You could use this USP in all of your marketing materials, including your website, social media, and advertising campaigns.

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Tips From T. Marie

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Scrutinize your current spending to find areas where you can trim fat without compromising on the quality of your products or services. Whether it’s digital products, consulting services, or branching out with a side hustle , diversifying can provide a financial cushion.

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Tips From T. Marie

DECEMBER 7, 2023

We’re constantly pulled in multiple directions, juggling tasks, chasing deadlines, and feeling the pressure to be constantly productive. This idea resonated deeply with me, highlighting the importance of prioritizing rest and rejuvenation for increased productivity. My productivity soared, and my business thrived.

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Tips From T. Marie

JULY 14, 2023

Nurture Skincare : Create and sell homemade natural skin care products like soaps, bath bombs, or body scrubs. Social Media Maven : Become a social media manager for small businesses or the social media influencer wannabes in your area. Pamper your customers while enjoying the sweet smell of success.

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Tips From T. Marie

JANUARY 10, 2024

This not only gives your eyes a rest but also refreshes your mind, leading to improved productivity when you return to work. Or share your coloring pages on social media with the hashtag #mydeskdoodle Coloring offers a tactile, hands-on activity that contrasts our usual digital tasks. That’s your subconscious at work.

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Tips From T. Marie

OCTOBER 17, 2023

E-commerce Tools: If you sell products or services online, you’ll need e-commerce software that integrates seamlessly with your website. Marketing Automation: Tools like email marketing software, social media management, and CRM systems are essential for engaging with your audience and customers.

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Tips From T. Marie

APRIL 20, 2023

Access to Expertise Virtual assistants are skilled professionals who can handle tasks like social media management, content creation, and email marketing, which can be challenging for many home-based business owners.

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Tips From T. Marie

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

From crafting compelling messages to utilizing social media, there are plenty of resources available to help you become a marketing pro. Join my newsletter community of savvy home entrepreneurs and gain access to exclusive home business tips, discounts, and previews of our information products.

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Tips From T. Marie

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Photos are key in social media posts, blog posts and for product sales. Sites like Etsy for selling product often have size limits. If you’re dealing with a social media platform, they have standards for ideal image sizes. Business today is image driven.

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Tips From T. Marie

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

When people think about home based businesses it’s often associated with providing services via computer or providing handmade or digital products via an eCommerce platform. Product Photography If you’re a great photographer, don’t think your only home business option is wedding or portrait photography. Absolutely not.

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Tips From T. Marie

MAY 24, 2023

These are a mix of services based and product-based business ideas. Whether you have a passion for self-care, gourmet snacks, or eco-friendly products, creating customized subscription boxes can be a profitable venture. Digital Product Creation: Do you have expertise in a particular area?

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Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 3, 2023

Opt for cost-effective marketing strategies like social media, content creation, and networking. What do they love about your products or services? But suddenly, an unexpected downturn in the market or a sudden drop in demand for your main product puts a dent in your revenue. Next up, get creative! But hold your horses!

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Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 2, 2021

For some it might require purchasing a computer, for others it may be materials for creating a product or packing materials for shipping said product. While occasionally someone in the business world has a breakthrough idea or product, that’s not true the majority of the time. I started my business with less than $200.

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Tips From T. Marie

JUNE 26, 2018

Not to mention sharing on social media. Connecting with your market via social media or a business blog is the new full color brochure. With photo editing apps you can turn something less than stellar into social media stunning. Social Posts & Meme’s. It’s social media gold.

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Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 17, 2016

It can also help you develop new product or services to meet customer needs that aren’t yet being met. Nielsen statistics show that 33% of consumers prefer to contact businesses via social media rather than by telephone. Which means if you aren’t active on social media, you are failing on the customer service front.

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Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 6, 2019

The Amazing Artist or Magnificent Maker The artist/maker produces product(s) to sell to their audience. Those products take many forms. They find success by creating products that appeal to their specific target market. The Engaging Speaker These business creatives employ a variety of media to grab their audience.

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Tips From T. Marie

JUNE 6, 2018

Social Media Profiles & Pages Don’t Cut It. Lots of social media platforms have rules and regulations about marketing. You can run contests, promote products, have an email list signup, sell and give away stuff to promote your business. Like you@yourbusiness.com. Your Marketing Hub. Let’s face it.

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Tips From T. Marie

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

The elevator speech that I mention in that original post, while still used, has really taken a back seat to social media posts. Do the rapid changes that online technology and social media bring to the business world mean that an intro packet is no longer needed? Services or Products List. Not at all.

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Tips From T. Marie

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

You also have chosen a social media platform or two to be active on. Nine times out of ten home business owners think they know who they are marketing to, but, they’ve chosen a large group of people rather than pinpointing just who their products or services are for. You’ve done all of this with your target market in mind.

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Tips From T. Marie

MARCH 19, 2020

Depending on what type of services or products we offer, the changes around the world may already be directly impacting us. If you find yourself scrolling social media for news and updates, or taking the time to watch your local CDC give video updates, don’t feel guilty. Or our client’s clients.

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Tips From T. Marie

OCTOBER 18, 2016

An email list gets 10 times higher conversions than social media and receives a 4300 percent return on investment (ROI) for US based businesses according to the Direct Marketing Association. Just because social media has become a marketing darling, doesn’t mean it’s the best way to reach your clients or customers.

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Tips From T. Marie

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

While these are all big businesses and corporations, there are and have been plenty of small businesses taking sides on social media or making their viewpoints known in some way within their establishments. Is this a new development? As politically charged as 2017 is, this mixing of business and beliefs is nothing new.

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Tips From T. Marie

DECEMBER 30, 2014

Forbes recent article entitled 6 Small Business Trends To Watch Out For In 2015 had the following to say about content marketing: “ Content marketing isn’t a new concept, but it will be more important than ever in 2015, particularly for small businesses with limited resources to spend on advertising and media relations. Being CONNECTED.

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Tips From T. Marie

OCTOBER 10, 2011

And although I myself sort of dragged my heels at first, I have come to the conclusion that when it comes to social media for business, a Facebook Page is a necessity. The problem is, many small businesses are overwhelmed by social media and find the Facebook Page a bit confusing. Brand or Product. Entertainment.

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Tips From T. Marie

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

You may not be wild about adding it to your social media arsenal but you should know what it is. As you’re watching trends and staying up to date on the latest and greatest things happening in your industry, don’t be afraid to add new services/products accordingly. Do you know what Tik Tok is? Branch out.

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Tips From T. Marie

MARCH 17, 2020

I never simply answer a phone call during my workday because it can have such an adverse effect on my productivity. In fact many studies show that those who work from home are more productive at home than they are in an office setting. Again, any actual call, whether via phone, Skype or Zoom are scheduled.

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Tips From T. Marie

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Whether an employer offers remote work options or you’re running your own home-based business, the statistics show that most people are happier and more productive in a work from home situation. Working from home might be considered the new American dream. As ideal as it may seem, it doesn’t mean there aren’t challenges.

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Tips From T. Marie

NOVEMBER 20, 2015

If you’ve been reading my blog or following me on social media for any length of time, you know that I’m a lover of technology. Recently I’ve read a few articles on how having your calendar visible helps keep you focused, on task and more productive. So why did I recently purchase a paper planner to keep track of my schedule?

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Tips From T. Marie

DECEMBER 6, 2010

DM-ing ‘opportunities’ to purchase your latest product. 3. Another form of Twitter spam –the DM’s (direct messages) that are offering me an amazing ‘opportunity’ to purchase their latest product or attend their latest webinar. Related Posts: Social Media Time Savers for Virtual Assistants. And nobody likes spam.

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Tips From T. Marie

OCTOBER 5, 2017

No matter where your office is, a key to making work enjoyable (and productive) is creating an office space that you love. Thankfully the growing number of home offices and cloud based businesses, as well as the rise of authenticity ushered in by social media is changing the expectations of a professional office.

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Tips From T. Marie

JANUARY 22, 2013

If you receive quite a few calls a day it can completely derail productivity. I have a strong belief that I owe it to my clients and myself to make my days as productive as possible, so it just made sense to find a way to control the number of phone calls I dealt with per day.

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Tips From T. Marie

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

Sure, it’s easy for Amazon to keep their website active, they add new products daily. Use your social media accounts to point people to your new activity on your website. In the end, people purchase from Amazon even if a smaller online retailer might offer it for less. I’ve done it and I’m willing to bet you’ve done it too.

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Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 14, 2023

It ensures that you are not overly reliant on a single product, service, or customer segment. If some of your services, products, or customers tend to be seasonal, additional income streams can alleviate the ebb and flow cycle. Earn commissions for every successful referral. Earn commissions for every successful referral.

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Tips From T. Marie

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Understand their challenges, be the guiding force, and turn your website into a portal for their hero’s journey with your product or service. Your branding should echo this clarity across all platforms, from your website to social media, emails, and face-to-face interactions. Think Yoda to their Luke Skywalker.

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