Marketing is perhaps the most misunderstood and often most overlooked element of running a business. Why is this? Because—unless you run a marketing business—it is difficult to know and understand all the nuances that go into marketing a small business. Chances are, you opened a restaurant, health practice, auto repair shop, doggie day care, or…
Search engine optimization is a marketing term that you most likely have heard many times over the years. If you’re confused about how search engine optimization affects you as a small business owner, we’re here to explain what the buzz is all about. SEO originated after the launch of the internet and businesses began creating…
When you think of your favorite brands, certain images, feelings, and values spring to mind. Consider for a minute the Nike swoop, or the multicolored Google logo—they are recognized immediately worldwide. That’s the end result of successful brand consistency. Building brand consistency When brands are inconsistent, they lose track of their target audience and often…
Profit and visibility are critically important to small businesses but fostering them can be difficult. Luckily, the holidays are great opportunitie s for an increase in both with the right digital marketing approach. Let’s look at seven holiday marketing tips for small businesses owners that help capture the right kind of attention. Pay attention to…
Social media is a key component of growing a business and deepening loyalty among your current customer bases. Establishing yourself as an authority on social media requires a consistent presence and voice. Aligning posts with brand identity is no easy task and failing to post and respond consistently can quickly result in a dwindling community…
When budgets are tight, finding the right type of marketing to reach your audience can be stressful. It’s no longer as easy as buying ads in local media. Digital marketing is key, but it’s also daunting, and options can be overwhelming. AZ Media Maven can help you navigate how to best direct your dollars. We’ve…
If you don’t have a strong social media presence, your business is losing major opportunities to build brand identity, connect with customers, and develop loyalty. Many professionals and small business owners don’t have the time or expertise needed to give their businesses an edge online. Outsourcing social media to a firm like AZ Media Maven…
What does it take to create a brand with staying power? Obviously, you have to appeal to your customers, but who are they? Most likely, your target audience is a diverse group — a mix of younger and older people, from various backgrounds, and of many colors. You want your brand to reflect your customer…
Many businesses overlook Pinterest when building media marketing strategies. There are a variety of reasons for this, but perhaps the most common is the inability to see how the social media platform can make a tangible impact in their field and among their target audience. A common misconception is that your business has to be…