Breakfast with Fran Tarkenton

BASS-AWKWARD BUSINESS

Business Networking Event 

Special Guest SPEAKER: Steve Beecham

Yes, you read it right. “Bass-Ackward Business” is what my guest calls his philosophy. Steve Beecham owns a mortgage business, but his interactions with customers and friends taught him lessons that he has incorporated into his book, “Bass-Ackward Business: The Power of Helping Without Hustling.” I was taught at a young age that we are here to make the world a better place, and it has guided my business decisions ever since. Tune in and learn why providing great value and help to those you serve is the key to finding more success and growing your business!

CONNECT. LEARN. WIN MORE CUSTOMERS.

EVENT INFORMATION:

Date: February 21st, 2013 Time: 8:15AM-9:30AM

Location:New York Life

6565 Americas Parkway NE,

Suite 500, Albuq. NM 87110

Hosted By: ABQ Westside Chamber of Commerce, New York Life

Contact: Raynaldo Roybal, 505.435.5670,

RSVP: By email or at our Promotional Site: www.OnlineBusinessSolutions.info

Branding for Effective Marketing

One of my goals for 2013 is to work on my Branding and SEO, search engine optimization. 
Branding is how your clients and prospects perceive your business so it is important to deliver messages that tell the purpose and promise of specific benefits and value that is meaningful and relevant to your clients, prospects, the public. Your brand will reside within their hearts and minds!It is the sum total of their experiences and perceptions.
And for the search engines, it has to be credible relevant infomation that they can give to people searching for your services and products.
Please note: I've changed my domain name for  my blog to mvega1.blogspot.com since my name was not available.
Here is a great article on Building Your Brand:

Branding: Create Effective Marketing by Building Your Brand

LegalShield Business Plans provide Protection and Peace of Mind!

I have been a member of of LegalShield for about 3 years but recently was introduced to their legal plan for Entreprenuers and business owners.
I have recently become an Associate because I want to help business owners and entrepreneurs protect and grow their business! Check out my website for more info, www.mariadvega.legalshield.com 
Did you know LegalShield offers Small Business Legal Plans that include Invaluable Business Tools?
What is your Small Biz Question? With a Small Business Legal Plan you have access to Top Business Consultants in Tax, Accounting, Sales, Marketing, Legal, and more!  GoSmallBiz - Member Benefits

How to Choose a Marketing Consultant

Every local business today has a multitude of marketing options available. And it’s all too easy to get bogged down with so many different choices, and waste time and money with products or services that don’t work. 
Your competitors are spending more ad dollars to connect with consumers online and you should too! The trend today among local businesses is to work with one major Marketing Consultant that can do the heavy lifting for you and get you the leads you need without the fuss or bother on your part. Your Marketing Partner should provide the widest distribution possible for your ads, including print, online, mobile and other digital offerings. Most important: That partner should focus on getting you new business leads, not just more clicks on your website or impressions. This partner should invest time in learning about you and your business, and how to make the most of your budget, showing you the 'ROI', return on investment. 

Here's interview, Rick Courville and I did on Good Day NM!
http://www.kob.com/article/stories/S2812135.shtml?cat=11121

Social Media Lessons & Tips from Schedulicity!

How can Social Media foster growth and build your business reputation?
Schedulicity shares their Success Story!
Social Media Optimization like it's close cousin, Search Engine Optimization is a way for local businesses to improve their opportunity to be found online! With Social Media Usage Skyrocketing, the 'Big Three' I recommend are Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter! It's a Great Way to gain a Competitive Edge and connect with clients and potential clients!
http://shoptalk.dexone.com/social/2011/07/social-media-lessons-from-a-small-business-success/

How to Create a Powerful Call to Action for Local Businesses!

Are you including a powerful call to action in your Marketing Messages?
A strong CTA makes it clear what action the customer is expected to take and why. Your approach depends on the action you want to motivate. For example, if the goal is to spur a purchase and you have given the benefits, a simple “Buy Now!” might be all you need. Here are 10 tips for creating strong calls to action:
How to Create a Powerful Call to Action for Local Businesses | Marketing Matters

How to Help Your BIZ Get Found on Local Search!

How to Help Your Business Be Found on Local Search
How can you rank higher in the local search engines and Google Places?
One of the ways to ensure top placement is by getting citations from well-established and well-indexed portals such as DexKnows.com which help the authenticity and credibility about your business to the search engines. Paying attention to your online presence is a sure way to get your business listing near the top on search engine results.
Is your business listed on the local Internet Yellow Pages? Contact me, 505.328.7743 or maria.vega@dexdigital.com for a Free Consultation and a Free Listing!