Here are some excellent resources for your business

How to create a marketing plan for your small business - build a brand, target customers and set prices that will maximise sales.

The internet has transformed business marketing. No matter what you do, the internet is likely to be at the heart of your marketing strategy.

Social media is firmly established as a marketing tool. Having a presence opens up new lines of communication with existing and potential customers.

Good advertising puts the right marketing message in front of the right people at the right time, raising awareness of your business.

Customer care is at the heart of all successful companies. It can help you develop customer loyalty and improve relationships with your customers.

Sales bring in the money that enables your business to survive and grow. Your sales strategy will be driven by your sales objectives.

Market research exists to guide your business decisions by giving you insight into your market, competitors, products, marketing and your customers.

Exhibitions and events are valuable for businesses because they allow face-to-face communication and offer opportunities for networking.

Mailings

Direct marketing can be a highly successful way to generate sales from existing and new customers. Find out how to target them in the best way.

How to write to your customers directly and get results by using targeted and compelling mailings, mailshots, emails and e-newsletters.[

How to use a database to improve customer service and to support your marketing and sales efforts.

Direct marketing lets small businesses make the most of limited resources. But a clear message and a quality mailing list is essential.

Are you handling customer data legally and is your marketing database up to code? Find out with this checklist.

Marketing flyers are a great way to promote your business in your local area; here’s how to produce your own leaflets.

What is direct marketing?; how to get results from direct mail, leafleting, email marketing campaigns and text marketing.

An essential guide to customer databases, direct mail and email marketing for small businesses.

Writing to customers and prospects, via email, leaflets or direct mail, can be an effective way to promote your business. Here's how to get results.

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