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Why Small Businesses Need Smart Marketing

Biznology

Photo credit: Wikipedia. Since 2007, tighter business lending regulations have gone into effect and they make it especially difficult for small businesses to obtain traditional loans from banks and credit unions. It is true that the best form of advertising is word-of-mouth and what better way to get it than online?

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Nuggets from Social Media workshops as of late. : Community Group Therapy

Buzz Marketing for Technology

December 2007. November 2007. October 2007. September 2007. August 2007. April 2007. March 2007. February 2007. Word of Mouth. Some things to do and not do. April 2008. March 2008. February 2008. January 2008. Best Engaging Communities. Bill Johnston. Christopher Carfi.

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How to put the "Viral" in B2B Marketing Viral Campaigns?

Ambal's Amusings

It can be word-of-mouth delivered or enhanced by the network effects of the Internet. The John Chambers Telepresence Video: In 2007, Cisco’s CEO unleashed telepresence (essentially video conferencing) on the world in a video that I and millions of others saw on YouTube. Craig Rosenberg's Tip.

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11 Underdog Brands That Differentiated Themselves From the Competition

Hubspot

Samuel Adams was spreading in popularity (primarily by word of mouth) as proven by their continuous increase in sales. Their branding really took the spotlight in 2007 when they established “The Greater Good” business philosophy; beauty products that are good for you, good for us, and good for all. 5) CLIF Bar.

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Social Media Lawsuits Protect Yourself From Them | Guest Posts.

Convince & Convert

In 2007, a breach of contract suit was brought against 1-800-Flowers.com Inc. Wikipedia has a good explanation of it ( [link] ). Marketers have a responsibility to ensure that bloggers are providing disclosure and that statements are not misleading or unsubstantiated. Companies must also uphold privacy laws.