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Davie Flowers
Davie Flowers, your local Vancouver florist, delivers fresh flowers throughout Vancouver, BC area. Davie Flowers offers same-day flower delivery.
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6 Signs A Customer Is Not Worth It
By Niraj Ranjan | July 31, 2015

Just because a customer is paying doesn't mean they're good for your business. Watch for these signs.

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Refined Exteriors
Roofing contractor serving the Denver area. We also offer siding, windows & exterior remodeling services, specializing in James Hardie siding.
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JD Hostetter & Associates
Siding contractor serving the Indianapolis area. We also offer house painting & exterior remodeling services, specializing in James Hardie siding.
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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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Retail or E-tail? Buying Online Vs. Buying in Person
By Kristen Gramigna | July 20, 2015

The Truth Is, Your Customer Craves Both

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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.

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Do Awards Really Do Anything for Your Company?
By business.com editorial staff | July 01, 2015

Yes, but Tooting Your Own Horn is an Art Form