Bungalo Group can help. Last week a client emailed us a question about Search Engine Optimization. He was interested in improving his search engine rankings. We talked at length about the basics of SEO – especially optimizing your site using keywords and phrases, and inbound linking. We’re also wrapping up the next issue of our newsletter. This month’s article: Ten Ways to Boost Marketing Results (without spending more money). SEO is one of those things you can learn and do on your own on the cheap. SEO experts call this IAAT (in anchor and title). Contact us. MORE >>

Is your database helping you manage the business, make decisions, and build relationships? Look for ways you can help one another succeed. Some of the smartest, most practical things you can do to drive growth require creativity and effort — not dollars. Check out our list of ten things you and your team can do with your time and energy to beer up your marketing results. When you see something you know you should be doing, make it a priority. 1) Your Company 2.0. Leaders often get caught up in day-to-day stuff. Managing people. Putting out fires. Finance and operations. MORE >>

Marketing helps buyers understand who you are vis-a-vis other options in the marketplace. Helpful tip #1: resist ideas that don’t support the strategy, or you will waste time and money. Helpful tip #2: too many strategies will spread your resources too thin and reduce the effectiveness of your marketing. While making final preparations for a Business Builders session on Marketing Plans, I went looking for a simple explanation of  “marketing strategy.” ” It’s a concept that gets thrown around — but without a clear definition. strategy MORE >>

If you are busy running your business and need someone to help you keep an eye on your business strategy, finances, or marketing strategy in order to adjust to a rapidly changing business climate, your investment in a Virtual VP may be the answer.  . For more information on how Virtual VP’s help residential building industry firms improve business results, click here. I just received an email blast with the title “Double Dip Predicted for Home Remodeling.” to get eyeballs reading it).” ” One that can grow despite external market conditions. MORE >>

Ask Bungalo Group to help you prepare your winning CoTY entries. I heard through the grapevine that CoTY entries are down this year. If you can complete a binder or two, the chances of winning are really, really good. Can’t find the time? Suppose it takes 6 hours to complete an entry – that’s about 1/2 hour per day, between now and the end of the month – very doable. If you divide the work between two people… more doable. The benefits of being an award-winning company are obvious: 1) Feels good — provides a much-needed morale boost for staff and owners. Procrastinating? MORE >>