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8 Steps to Getting $8,000 Out of Your Free Yelp Listing
By Brian Sutter | October 07, 2015

Yelp has the power to change your business—for better or worse. Here are 8 creative ways to get more revenue out the platform.

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If You Build It, They Won't Come: 11 Truths About Online Traffic
By Melissa Thompson | October 05, 2015

These 11 truths about website traffic will set you free—from too little traffic that is. It's time to get real.

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10 Must-Read Technology Blogs to Keep You In the Know
By Jonha Revesencio | September 21, 2015

We’re surrounded by technology on a daily basis, and yet most of the time, we don’t know how it works.

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Explained: The 5:3:2 Rule for Social Media
By Matt Byrom | September 15, 2015

When it comes to social sharing you need to get the balance right, and that's where the 5:3:2 rule comes into play. But what is 5:3:2?

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Digital Marketing Advice for Startup Entrepreneurs, from Startup Entrepreneurs
By Derek Miller | September 01, 2015

Three successful entrepreneurs share their knowledge for startups wanting to invest in digital marketing.

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Top 10 Advertising Blogs You Must Follow Now
By Timothy Schmidt | September 01, 2015

Keep Up With the Trends by Following These Websites

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One Size Does Not Fit All: Which Social Media Platforms Should Your Business Be On?
By Seth Rand | August 24, 2015

With new social media platforms popping up every day, how do you decide which sites your company should have a presence on?

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Buyers and Sellers, Beware: Data Dangers of Ecommerce
By Geoffrey Grow | August 14, 2015

Mishandling or mistakenly verifying data can have serious consequences for the business and for the consumers.

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Photoshop Reigns Supreme: How the Software Has Maintained Market Dominance
By business.com editorial staff | August 11, 2015

In Celebration of Photoshop World Conference & Expo 2015

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Where to Write: Platforms for Boasting Your Thought Leadership
By Michelle Kruse | July 22, 2015

Not all platforms are created equal, thought leadership comes in all shapes and sizes, and there's one that's just right for you.

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Pin It to Win It: The Do's and Don'ts of Advertising On Pinterest
By Greg Shuey | July 22, 2015

With promoted pins still in their beta phase, there’s a lot to learn about how to make the most of the platform and drive results.

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Batter Up: How to Pitch Content to Major Publications for Search Exposure
By Thomas Stern | July 21, 2015

Guide to Growing Search Authority with Off-Page SEO

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You're Doing it Wrong! 5 Don'ts in Facebook Advertising
By Jerry Low | July 15, 2015

Using Facebook for advertising can greatly increase your brand engagement, but be sure to avoid these 5 Facebook don'ts.

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Can I Use Your Face to Sell My Product? Understanding Right of Publicity Laws
By Daliah Saper | July 15, 2015

Before using a person's image for financial or commercial benefit, know what Right of Publicity is and how it can affect your business.

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A One Minute Video Is Worth 1.8M Words: Content Marketing's Newest Weapon
By Larry Alton | July 14, 2015

Forget blogging for content marketing. Video packs more of a punch—here's how you can utilize it to engage your customers and get heard.

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Kicking Ass With Multimedia: Content Marketing's Hidden Secret
By Steward Hudson | July 13, 2015

These days, we hardly notice how much we are surrounded by multimedia content. Are you using videos, photos and infographics as your media?

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What We Learned From Etsy's Top Sellers
By Diana Mackie | July 13, 2015

The most successful sellers on Etsy employ similar tactics to rake in the cash with their unique products. Take cues from these standouts.

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Power to the People: How to Launch and Maintain a Referral Marketing Program
By Samuel Edwards | July 09, 2015

A well-run referral program will not experience diminished profit margins. As the program scales, it will naturally become cost-effective.