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What is a “Client Success Advisor?” #FAQuesday
Modern business ownership is much more than setting up shop, putting an ad in the paper, and waiting for clients to find you. To really succeed, your business needs technical prowess and a strong Iinternet presence. At The Web Guys, we’ve discovered the perfect solution to maintaining your company’s online presence: Client Success Advisors. A Client Success Advisor is the secret to keeping your brand consistent across the search engine ecosystem. Let Us Be Your Guide When you partner with us for your digital marketing needs, you’ll receive much more than a website. A partnership with TWG means that you’ll have a staff of dedicated Client Success Advisors, ready to assist and guide you with various aspects of managing your Internet presence. From verifying that your business NAP (name, address, and phone number) is consistent and present on the web’s top business directories to keeping your website up- to- date … Continued
What Are My Customers Searching For? #FAQuesday
If you had to take a guess at how many Google searches occur each day, what would be your ballpark estimate? 1 million? 3 million? According to Google Search statistics, more than 3.5 billion searches are processed every day. With that staggering number in mind, how does an online marketer know which searches to target to draw potential customers to your website? At The Web Guys, we have the process down to a science. Here’s a breakdown of how our digital marketing experts shed light on what your customers are searching for, so we can ensure your content gives them what they’re seeking. Considering the History The initial stage of developing content for a Web page starts with researching the phrases searchers use to find a specific product or service online. Google Adwords offers a free Keyword Planner that gives historical search data, and it allows users to expand a keyword list by multiplying several keywords together. … Continued
How Often Should I Post on Social Media? #FAQuesday
When a business begins using social media to connect with customers, one big question is always how often to post content. The short answer? It depends. It depends on who your audience is, for example, or what platform you’ll be using. Although there isn’t a standard formula for a successful social social media strategy, at The Web Guys we can provide some helpful tips and general best practices to nudge you in the right direction.Let’s examine a few of the top social media outlets using data provided by Buffer and SumAll.Facebook Ah, Facebook, the social media giant. Pretty much everyone and their mothers have an account nowadays, so I’m sure we’re all familiar with how it feels to hunt for posts that are relevant or engaging enough for us to enjoy. As a business, you understand the importance of a Facebook page and how much benefit a successful page can bring. Is there a magic number of posts … Continued
What Should I Blog About? #FAQuesday
Blogging is an ideal way to generate consistent, fresh content for your website as well as to establish your company as an industry leader in your field. Before you can be known as the local plumber with the city’s best blog, however, you’ll need to ask yourself, “What should I blog about?”
Should I Use Email Marketing? #FAQuesday
Email. Beloved email. When first introduced, email was the greatest thing since sliced bread. Marketers learned very quickly that email marketing was an excellent way to reach consumers. Of course, like all other things that are useful, people began to take advantage of the system. I’m still waiting on my ROI from that $5,000 I sent to a Nigerian prince. Jokes aside, you might be wondering if email is still useful and effective. Isn’t it all just spam that recipients instantly delete? Surprisingly, no. Email is still a wonderful tool for marketers and consumers alike. Here at The Web Guys, we feel that you should certainly be using email marketing. Here are three reasons you should still be executing your email marketing strategy: 1. The World Is Mobile Everyone carries a cell phone nowadays. Google recently announced that over half of its search inquiries come from mobile devices. That’s a hefty number. More and more … Continued
Can a Seasonal Business ‘Turn Off’ Digital Marketing? #FAQuesday
At The Web Guys, we serve many businesses that provide seasonal services: snowmobile rentals, lawn care, watersport rentals, and even construction. These firms tend to bring in the majority of their income during specific times of the year, offsetting the months when they are simply hoping to break even. Over the years, a number of our clients have asked if we can deliver our digital marketing efforts during the months they are “in-season” and pause them during down times, hoping to save money when things are tight. While it might seem like something that can be turned on or off like a light switch, that isn’t the case, and trying to do it can actually negatively affect your online visibility in the long-run. Google Doesn’t Stop When Your Business Slows Down Digital marketing is a year-round activity because although your business may slow down during certain times of the year, Google is constantly working to provide … Continued
Email Marketing: Dead or Alive? #FAQuesday
In lieu of the recent political debates, we thought we would tackle one of our favorite online debates: Is email marketing dead or alive? I am here to tell you that email marketing is alive and well, and you shouldn’t let anyone convince you otherwise. Benefits of Email Marketing Email marketing is an incredible opportunity to communicate with your company’s past, present, and future customers. We work with clients — large and small — to design, develop, and deploy customized marketing campaigns with messages tailored to boost your bottom line. And the best part is that you don’t have to lift a finger; we handle all of the grunt work for you. When engaging with customers via email, your brand’s message is sent directly to a targeted audience. It’s an extremely affordable service that The Web Guys proudly provides for our customers, and the benefits are unending. I could bore you with positive facts … Continued
How Do I Build Social Media Buzz? #FAQuesday
When it comes to generating online buzz for your company via social media, simply having a profile on Facebook or Twitter isn’t enough these days. To promote and maintain a steady stream of activity — and hopefully conversions — you’ll need to provide consistent, focused social media engagement. Here are three ways to seize control of your company’s social media channels and build lasting rapport between your brand and its followers. 1. Interact At The Web Guys, we’ve found that it often only takes an initial point of contact to get an online conversation rolling. Whether you “like” a post made to your company’s Facebook page by a fan or respond to a negative review, that first step of interaction shows current and potential clients that you value their input. If someone publishes a post to your company’s Facebook wall, letting people know how much they appreciate your company, make sure to thank them for … Continued
How Can I Start Blogging? #FAQuesday
Originally written largely as online diaries, blogs have become an important way for businesses to increase their visibility — establishing credibility in their industry and building a network of potential clients and partners in the process. Even small businesses have hopped on the blogging bandwagon. At The Web Guys, we often receive inquiries like those below from beginning business bloggers looking for direction. Getting started may seem daunting, but these simple steps will have you on the path to becoming a blogging pro in no time. 1.) What do I need to set up a blog? First things first: You’ll need a computer. Laptops are especially great for bloggers who are always on the go. Then, it’s important that you’re posting on a website that is designed with blog functionality and the latest blogging software. Website mobility is also essential for your readers who browse company news on their mobile … Continued
