If you’re like many of us, you may have decided that watching the news is not in your mental health’s best interest. From angry rants to misinformation, it’s difficult to understand the benefits these days. That’s why focusing on positivity and feel-good stories can help your business stand out and create a sense of connection […]
If you’re a business owner or feel responsible for a business (regardless of your actual job title), it’s not unusual to feel stuck. No, I’m not talking about the golden handcuff-kind-of-stuck where because of the cost of living, you can’t get off the work treadmill. I’m talking about feeling stuck from a mental perspective—completely uninspired. […]
If you’re like most businesspeople, finding ways to get names on your emailing list can be exhausting. We all want tons of fans and followers. There’s value behind a list of people who are interested in what you offer. Most businesses start their list with people they know. But if you want to turn your […]
Statewide Report Shows Tourism in Tennessee is Breaking Records Gibson County, Tenn. – Visitors to Gibson County generated $24,305,600 in spending in 2023, a 3.84% increase from 2022, according to newly released data from Tourism Economics and the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. BY THE NUMBERS: • Direct visitor spending in Gibson County generated $1,223,400 […]
No, this isn’t another article about how you can turn your hobby into a side hustle. But having a hobby can be great for your existing business. It may not feel like you have enough time for a hobby, but here’s why you should prioritize hobby time (or time spent cultivating one). Why You (and […]
Social media is becoming more and more frustrating, right? If you have used it to connect with your audience for ten years or so, you undoubtedly have seen crazy changes in your reach. If you’re new to the social media for business scene, reaching 2% of your audience probably feels pretty normal. But if you’re […]
Whew! Can you feel it? The unofficial start of summer is here. Summer is a season of change for many small businesses. School’s out, vacations are in, and customer behavior shifts as people embrace the warmer weather and longer days. For some businesses, it’s a time of enormous revenue; for others, it can herald a […]
Does your business seem to be a revolving door of employees? If so, there are several reasons why that could be true that have nothing to do with your business itself. It could be the nature of your industry. Some industries are seasonal or attract a more nomadic employee base that tends to wander. It […]
In the crowded marketplace of today, it’s easy to get lost in the noise. Competitors pop up, offering similar products and services, often at similar prices. So, how do you stand out? The answer is simple but powerful: tell your story. Why Your Story Matters Your story is more than just the history of your […]
I receive a lot of emails and as a marketing writer I study much of what I get. In marketing, it’s important to stay curious and notice what attracts your attention and what misses the mark. There’s a ton to be learned from all that spam. The 5 Most Common Mistakes of Email Marketers I’ve […]
