Sales & Marketing
SALES & MARKETING: 
What Customers Really Want from Your Company Website
June 18, 2013 | 11:38 AM ET
Forget the bells and whistles; above all else, customers want websites and apps to work. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Why Motives Matter: Keep Your Business from Striking Out
June 18, 2013 | 10:54 AM ET
When a business messes up an order or provides bad service, customers usually give the business a second chance. What you do next is what really matters. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
What is Showrooming?
June 17, 2013 | 04:03 PM ET
Showrooming is comparison shopping taken to new heights. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Sales Training Program Lets You Play Moneyball for Business
June 17, 2013 | 09:27 AM ET
Based on the book and movie, this "Moneyball" helps businesses identify strengths and weaknesses of sales people, and helps turn them into MVPs. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Choosing a Target Market Tricky but Critical
June 14, 2013 | 10:18 AM ET
Your business success flows from your target market, so take time to choose your audience. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Personalized Online Ads Engage Consumers
June 14, 2013 | 10:05 AM ET
While some ads really annoy consumers, ads with customized offerings based on browsing habits are actually welcome. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Small Business Interest in Exporting On the Rise
June 14, 2013 | 08:27 AM ET
64 percent of all American small businesses have gone global with sales. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Toppled Brands Create Opportunities for Small Businesses
June 11, 2013 | 02:45 PM ET
Brand leaders, beware: once you slip from the top spot, you may never return. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Green Product Sales Endured Recession
June 10, 2013 | 09:16 AM ET
While most retail segments suffered during the recession, sales of green products rose, despite the flailing economy. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Google+ Gains Big Ground With Marketers & Users
June 6, 2013 | 11:44 AM ET
New statistics on social media usage reveal that incorporating Google+ into your marketing plan is a must. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
'Showrooming' Takes Bite Out of Big-Box Business
June 5, 2013 | 09:03 AM ET
Best Buy, Walmart and Target feel the loss as online giant Amazon gains. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
The Key to Winning Online Shoppers: Flexibility
June 4, 2013 | 09:34 AM ET
Consumers are looking for a little more convenience in their online shopping experience, new research shows. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Creating Revenue from a 'Humble Link'
June 4, 2013 | 08:11 AM ET
Marketing linked to interesting, relevant content is the most effective form of monetization. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Chief Engagement Officer? 7 Social Media Tips for CEOs
May 30, 2013 | 10:14 AM ET
Businesses can no longer afford to have top leaders sit on the social media sidelines, a new study finds. View Full Article
NEWS & TRENDS: 
Even Mobile Shoppers Want Real Retail Experience
May 29, 2013 | 12:13 PM ET
Convenience is where mobile holds the trump card, but making shoppers feel more at home will benefit any retailer. View Full Article
NEWS & TRENDS: 
Free Promos Don't Always Inspire Customer Loyalty
May 29, 2013 | 06:35 AM ET
Customers often get uncomfortable when given free samples. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Branded Pages Lead Social Marketing Efforts
May 28, 2013 | 06:57 AM ET
Good news for small businesses that want to try social marketing. It doesn't cost much. View Full Article
Customer Loyalty: 
What is Gamification?
May 24, 2013 | 12:45 PM ET
Gamification injects game play and rewards into everyday activities to build customer loyalty and increase engagement. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Creating Your Branded App
May 23, 2013 | 09:02 AM ET
Many businesses are missing the mark due to a poorly conceived or developed apps. View Full Article
NEWS & TRENDS: 
Malls Attract Shoppers Looking for an 'Experience'
May 21, 2013 | 09:45 AM ET
The mall also affords shoppers the ability to buy it today and wear it today. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Local Search Apps Draw Big Spenders
May 20, 2013 | 06:52 AM ET
Local search apps are tapping into a very desirable demographic of potential customers. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Making Money with Online Video Content
May 16, 2013 | 09:28 AM ET
Using these tips can help monetize your online video content. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Email Marketing: A Small Business Guide
May 15, 2013 | 10:46 AM ET
Email marketing is a cost-effective way for small businesses to reach their customers. Here’s a guide to the best practices of email marketing. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Pinterest for Business: 10 Proven Strategies
May 13, 2013 | 11:25 AM ET
Pinning indiscriminately doesn’t translate into automatic Pinterest success. Author and expert Karen Leland shares her top 10 tips for using the social media network for business. View Full Article
SALES & MARKETING: 
Instagram Acquisition Gives Brands a Boost
May 10, 2013 | 09:39 AM ET
With the help of its new backing from Facebook, the photo-sharing app Instagram is quickly becoming a marketing tool of choice for businesses, View Full Article

