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01-21-2011, 01:22 PM #1WHT Addict
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What are some strategies for local marketing
With the start of my business coming closer by the day, I have been spending most of my spare time thinking about ways to advertise locally.
I have already purchased custom banners, yard signs, brochures, and window decals, but I would like to do more to get the word out. I thought about having an event at my local community center, where I would set up booths and hand out fliers. Food and beverages would be served for everyone, and I would have the chance to discuss my business and hopefully gain a few sign ups while there.
What are some techniques used in local marketing, other than newspaper/tv advertising and word of mouth?
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01-21-2011, 01:24 PM #2Web Host Reviewer
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01-21-2011, 01:31 PM #3Junior Guru Wannabe
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Ofcourse its good communication around your friends circle, even with those who are signing up with you newly.
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01-21-2011, 02:31 PM #4Web Hosting Guru
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Networking, participation, local mailings, hand out flyers at walmart on weekends, go door to door -- read Guerrilla Marketing for some great ideas on cheap ways to advertise!
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01-24-2011, 01:10 PM #5Web Hosting Evangelist
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flyers and sponsorship for events would help.
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01-25-2011, 06:07 PM #6Newbie
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Making what you advertise relevant to the target audience is a large concern that you might want to put some thought into. Where is your local town? Is there a common sentiment you can appeal to? Is it savvy to your product (pronounce your advanced details), or is it not (stress ease of use/accessibility).
Marketing is whole kettle of fish that I could lose my fingers over just typing out a fraction of what you might want to take into account. Much of it is intuition and local studies of target groups - much of it is learned features. Perhaps snagging a quick 2-year in marketing could help you, especially after launch when spreading the word becomes even more imperative (swim or sink). http://www.marketingdegree.net/ shows some options that you have; on-line or on-campus.
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01-26-2011, 09:27 AM #7Junior Guru
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01-26-2011, 09:36 AM #8Web Hosting Master
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It is a very food idea to organize and promote an event in your local community center.
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