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Five Ways to Promote Your Small business online — Part I: Why Does a Small Business Even Need a Website?
I have written and designed websites for years. In fact I created my very first website using Microsoft Notepad. General use of the Web by the average Joe was still relatively new. Al Gore had only recently finished inventing the Internet (LOL), and Netscape Navigator was the premiere web browser. Though today I use Adobe Dreamweaver to design websites, I think it’s a good idea for newbie web designers to at least learn how to build a simple website in Notepad. I know that skill has served me well, because I am not bound by what a WYSIWYG web design program can give me. I can still get “under the hood” to customize what I need and to fix things that break. Of course, this series of articles is not about building websites. This series of articles is for the small business owner and how to use a website to promote a business online.
So, the first thing we need to ask is: “Why does a small business even need a website?”
Good question. Why do you need a website? Well let’s imagine you were a small business owner back in the day when the phone was first invented. You might be asking, “Why do I need a phonebook ad?” (Or even a phone for that matter!) To answer the question simply, websites are the technology of the age and people are using them.
We live in the Information Age. Having a strong, effective web presence is essential in order to compete, even if you are a small business. Consider the following:
60 percent of consumers use the Web as their first-line resource when looking for a local business. (That’s YOU!)
This statistic is based on a 2007 survey conducted by comScore, an Internet data firm. They also noted that of that group 60 percent of those searchers went on to make purchases from local businesses. Shouldn’t you be tapping in to that customer base?
A similar study conducted by AOL and UK research firm Henley Centre found that 73 percent of respondents to their survey listed search engines as a vital resource when considering a product or service. In fact, they rated search engine results above
- TV
- print media,
- even personal recommendations
More and more people turn to the Internet (or their iPods, or their Blackberries, or their other Internet-enabled devices) like they used to turn to the phone book.
Is the phone book obsolete? No. And neither is the television or the radio. But the fact is being available on the Internet is just as indispensible as being listed in the phone book. Getting on the ‘Net to find goods and services is quick. It’s easy (probably easier than finding where you put the phone book!). And a website does much more to connect with your customers.
Phone book ads are a part of doing business and people still use them. I am not saying you shouldn’t have one. But to really promote your business, you need to use every medium available to you and a website is a relatively simple and easy way to promote your business. A website offers your business:
- full color advertising by default, as opposed to the added cost of getting even a four-color phone book or newspaper ad.
- dynamic content.
- an opportunity to sell goods and services to your customer immediately.
More and more consumers use the Internet and assume that if you have a business, you have a website.
It’s one of the things people look for when they get a business card from you–just like they look at it for your name, phone number, and address. Lack of a website, especially if your competition has one, can seriously affect your bottom line. A website is your billboard on the information highway. If your competition has one and you don’t, they are reaching customers you are not!
A website can help promote your business in a number of ways.
- Past clients can use your website to refresh their memories about your business.
- They can also use it to reaffirm what they already know about you.
- Clients past, present, and future can use your site to find out what’s new at your place of business and what you have to offer over the competition.
- A business website is a quick and convenient way to introduce your business to new customers.
- A website can expand your business’ exposure 24 hours a day and do it in a cheap, cost-effective way.
In short, failure to have an effective website is a failure to communicate–a missed opportunity. So, to go back to our original question: “Why does a small business even need a website?” Perhaps the better question is: “Why don’t you have one?”
About the Author
Marco DeWebb is a freelance writer. If you are looking for a website solution for your small business, Marco recommends Dellwood Web Design.
Get a free consult at http://www.DellwoodWebDesign.com
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HP M2727NF Laserjet Printer $443.18 If it’s power and functionality you want then this HP MFP is the device for you. Fast speeds consistently great print quality value-featured working a new fax solution and a host of additional features mean serious improvements in user productivity.PrinterPrinter Type : Multifunction Functions : Fax / copier / printer / scanner Printer Technology :&nb… |
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Garmin nüvi 850 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator $239.99 With the nüvi 800 series, Garmin adds smooth speech recognitionto its bestselling line of sleek portable GPS navigators. As with all nüvis, you get a slim, pocket-sized navigator with a gorgeous display, detailed NAVTEQ maps that let you search by name for more than 6 million points of interest like stores, restaurants or hospitals, and an easy, intuitive interface. All of the 800-series na… |
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Bond Street Black Leather Zippered Wallet Organizer w/ Address Book $49.70 Black leather snap closure mutiple section all in one organizer has many features to keep you organized and looking stylish. Back zippered wallet organization section includes zippered change section, id or picture window, mutiple credit card slots, billfold slots and receipt slots and ellongated leather zipper for easy open/close ability. Front section is a full organizer with 6 ring binder to ad… |
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QuickBooks for Mac 2012 $129.50 Easily manage your businessProductInformationQuickBooks for Mac 2012 is small business accounting that lets youorganize your finances all in once place so you can quickly find whatyou need. Easily create invoices and track your businesssales and expenses – and get reliable records for tax time. QuickBooks for Mac 2012 is set up in minutes and is easy tolearn and use along with looking a… |
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QuickBooks for Mac 2012 [Download] $131.26 New to QuickBooks? Find out why QuickBooks is the #1 best selling small business accounting software1. Built for your Mac Synchronize contacts with Address Book so you never have to enter an address or phone number twice2 Add reminders to iCal so you can be reminded to print invoices and checks or to pay bills in one consolidated calendar 2 Protect important data by backing up files to MobileMe… |
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TurboTax Home & Business Federal + State + Federal efile 2009 $42.89 TURBOTAX HOME & BUSINESS WITH… |
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Avery Easy Peel White Mailing Labels for Laser Printers, 1 x 2.62 Inch, Box of 3000 Labels (5160) $8.94 These Avery white mailing labels measure 1 by 2-5/8 inches. The standard rectangle shape and white color make them ideal for general-purpose business mailing. The permanent adhesive adheres the labels securely to most paper envelopes. This package includes 100 sheets with 30 labels per sheet, for a total of 3000 labels…. |
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Budd Leather Pebble Grain Leather Small Bound Address Book Pebble Grain Leather Small Bound Address Book ideal for pocket or purse… |
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Keeping the Books; Basic Recordkeeping and Accounting for the Successful Small Business $19.11 No Synopsis Available |
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The Business of Books $5 This book is in Good Used condition |
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MARKETING & SMALL BUSINESS ADVANTAGE $29.99 MARKETING & SMALL BUSINESS ADVANTAGE |
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McAfee Total Protection for Small Business – Advanced $222.99 5 User Protect your systems automatically It’s a single, comprehensive solution Easy to use, easy to install Affordable security and support Single, centralized management console Comprehensive system protection Get real-time e-mail security Processor: Intel Pentium or compatible architecture For Virus and spyware protection service: Servers: Windows NT 4.0 with Service Pack 6a or higher Windows NT 4.0 Server Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 or later Windows 2000 Advanced Server with Service Pack 3 or later Windows 2000 DataCenter Server Windows 2003 Standard Server Windows 2003 Enterprise Server Windows 2003 Web Edition Windows 2003 Small Business Server Client: Windows NT 4.0 with Service Pack 6a or later Windows 2000 Professional with Service Pack 3 or later Windows XP Home or Professional For Firewall protection service: Client: Windows 98 Windows 98 SE Windows 2000 Professional with Service Pack 3 or later Windows XP Home or Professional Memory: 64MB of RAM (128 MB recommended; 256 MB recommended for servers) Others: Unique e-mail domain name, and a mail server with a static IP address Mouse or compatible pointing device 256-color VGA monitor or better Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 with Service Pack 2 or later Internet connection Note:The above are general system requirements and may vary depending on the nature of your environment. Total Protection for Small Business – Advanced does not support 64-bit operating systems. McAfee Total Protection for Small Business – Advanced delivers the industry’s first truly integrated system security. Our proven automated technology simplifies security, ensuring always-on protection across desktops, servers, and e-mail. CD-ROM Complete Product Internet Security McAfee McAfee, Inc PC Retail Security Small Business Software Standard TSA00M005PAA Total Protection Advanced Total Protection for Small Business – Advanced www.mcafee.com |
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The Address Downtown Dubai $517.01 The Address Downtown Dubai is located near the beach in central Dubai and close to Souk al Bahar, Jumeira Beach and Park, and Burj Khalifa. Nearby points of interest also include Dubai Mall and Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. Hotel Features. Dining options at The Address Downtown Dubai include 4 restaurants. A poolside bar and a bar/lounge are open for drinks. Room service is available 24 hours a day. The hotel serves Buffet breakfasts (surcharges apply). Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a children’s pool, a health club, a spa tub, and a sauna. The property’s full service health spa has body treatments, massage/treatment rooms, facials, and beauty services. This 5 star property has a business center and offers small meeting rooms, limo/town car service, and audio visual equipment. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. This Dubai property has 500 square meters of event space consisting of banquet facilities, conference/meeting rooms, a ballroom, and exhibit space. For a surcharge, shuttle services include a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours), an area shuttle, and a shopping center shuttle. Business services, wedding services, tour/ticket assistance, and tour assistance are available. Valet parking is complimentary. Additional property amenities include a rooftop terrace, a library, and a coffee shop/caf?. The property has designated areas for smoking. Guestrooms. 196 air conditioned guestrooms at The Address Downtown Dubai feature iPod docking stations and minibars. Accommodations offer city views. Beds come with premium bedding. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers with handheld showerheads. They also offer double sinks, bidets, and makeup/shaving mirrors. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. In addition to desks and complimentary newspapers, guestrooms offer multi line phones with voice mail, as well as free local calls (restrictions may apply). LCD televisions have premium satellite channels, free movie channels, and video game consoles. Also included are coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water. Guests may request in room massages, hypo allergenic bedding, and wake up calls. A nightly turndown service is offered and housekeeping is available daily. Notifications and Fees:There are no room charges for children 11 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. Airport shuttle fee: AED 275 per vehicle (one way)Buffet breakfast fee: AED 140.00 per person (approximate amount)Rollaway bed fee: AED 150 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Notifications and Fees:There are no room charges for children 11 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. |
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The Address Dubai Marina $2177.78 The Address Dubai Marina is located near the beach in Dubai and close to Dubai Marina Mall, Dubai Marina, and The Montgomerie. Nearby points of interest also include The Emirates Golf Club and Ibn Battuta Mall. Hotel Features. Dining options at The Address Dubai Marina include 3 restaurants. A poolside bar and a bar/lounge are open for drinks. Room service is available 24 hours a day. The hotel serves Buffet breakfasts (surcharges apply). Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a children’s pool, a health club, a spa tub, and a sauna. The property’s full service health spa has body treatments, massage/treatment rooms, facials, and beauty services. This 5 star property has a business center and offers small meeting rooms, secretarial services, and limo/town car service. Complimentary wireless and wired high speed Internet access is available in public areas. This Dubai property has 7900 square feet of event space consisting of banquet facilities, conference/meeting rooms, a ballroom, and exhibit space. For a surcharge, the property offers a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request). Business services, wedding services, tour/ticket assistance, and tour assistance are available. Valet parking and self parking are complimentary. Additional property amenities include a marina, a library, and a coffee shop/caf?. Extended parking privileges may be offered to guests after check out (surcharge). The property has designated areas for smoking. Guestrooms. 200 air conditioned guestrooms at The Address Dubai Marina feature iPod docking stations and minibars. Accommodations offer city, sea, or pool views. Beds come with premium bedding. Furnishings include desks and ergonomic chairs. Accommodations include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers with handheld showerheads. They also offer double sinks, bidets, and makeup/shaving mirrors. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. In addition to complimentary newspapers and safes, guestrooms offer direct dial phones. LCD televisions have premium satellite channels, free movie channels, and DVD players. Rooms also include complimentary bottled water and windows that open. Guests may request in room massages, irons/ironing boards, and wake up calls. A nightly turndown service is offered and housekeeping is available daily. Notifications and Fees:There are no room charges for children 11 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. Airport shuttle fee: AED 300 per vehicle (one way)Buffet breakfast fee: AED 95 per person (approximate amount)Rollaway bed fee: AED 250 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Notifications and Fees:There are no room charges for children 11 years old and younger who occupy the same ro |
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Address Cidade Jardim $236.83 Near the airport, Address Cidade Jardim is located in Sao Paulo’s Itaim Bibi Moema neighborhood and close to Pine Sports Club, WTC Golden Hall, and Reboucas Convention Center. Nearby points of interest also include Planetarium and Museu de Arte de Sao Paulo. Hotel Features. Dining options at Address Cidade Jardim include 2 restaurants. A bar/lounge is open for drinks. Room service is available 24 hours a day. The hotel serves a complimentary continental breakfast in the restaurant. Recreational amenities include an indoor pool, a sauna, a fitness facility, and a steam room. This 3.5 star property has a 24 hour business center and offers small meeting rooms, a technology helpdesk, and audio visual equipment. Wireless and wired high speed Internet access is available in public areas (surcharges apply) and the hotel has an Internet point. This Sao Paulo property has event space consisting of a conference center, banquet facilities, conference/meeting rooms, and a ballroom. Valet parking is complimentary. Additional property amenities include a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/caf?, and multilingual staff. This is a smoke free property. Guestrooms. 70 air conditioned guestrooms at Address Cidade Jardim feature minibars and laptop compatible safes. Lanais offer city views. All rooms include separate sitting areas and desks. Kitchenettes include microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms feature showers, makeup/shaving mirrors, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Wired high speed and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. 26 inch LCD televisions have cable channels and free movie channels. Guests may request in room massages, extra towels/bedding, and wake up calls. Housekeeping is available daily. Notifications and Fees:Parents traveling with a child under 18 must present the child?s birth certificate and photo ID (passport for foreign visitors) upon check in. If only one parent or legal guardian is traveling with the child, that parent or legal guardian must also present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Brazilian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.Advanced reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. There are no room charges for children 10 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. All guests staying in hotel guestrooms must be registered with the hotel. Some properties have extra fees for amenities or services that may apply even if you do not use them. Government fees or taxes also may be charged to you when you check in or check out. This property told us they will charge you for the following: Tourism fee: BRL 2.20 per accommodation, per nightResort fee: 5 percent of room rate We have included all charges provided to us |
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The Address Dubai Mall $598.69 Located in central Dubai, The Address Dubai Mall is within walking distance of Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa. Nearby points of interest also include Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre and Jumeirah Mosque. Hotel Features. Dining options at The Address Dubai Mall include 3 restaurants. A poolside bar and a bar/lounge are open for drinks. Room service is available 24 hours a day. The hotel serves Buffet breakfasts (surcharges apply). Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a health club, a sauna, and a fitness facility. The property’s full service health spa has body treatments, massage/treatment rooms, facials, and beauty services. This 5 star property has a business center and offers small meeting rooms, technology support staff, and audio visual equipment. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. This Dubai property has 900 square meters of event space consisting of banquet facilities, conference/meeting rooms, a ballroom, and exhibit space. For a surcharge, shuttle services include a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request), an area shuttle, and a shopping center shuttle. Wedding services and tour/ticket assistance are available. Valet parking and self parking are complimentary. Additional property amenities include a coffee shop/caf?, a concierge desk, and a children’s club. The property has designated areas for smoking. Guestrooms. 244 air conditioned guestrooms at The Address Dubai Mall feature iPod docking stations and minibars. Balconies offer city views. Beds come with premium bedding. All rooms include separate sitting areas and desks. Espresso makers and coffee/tea makers are offered. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers with handheld showerheads. They also offer double sinks, bidets, and makeup/shaving mirrors. Wired high speed and wireless Internet access is complimentary. In addition to complimentary newspapers and safes, guestrooms offer multi line phones with voice mail. High definition televisions have satellite channels, free movie channels, and DVD players. Also included are complimentary bottled water and windows that open. Guests may request in room massages and wake up calls. A nightly turndown service is offered and housekeeping is available daily. Notifications and Fees:There are no room charges for children 11 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. Airport shuttle fee: AED 275 per vehicle (one way)Buffet breakfast fee: AED 115 per person (approximate amount)Rollaway bed fee: AED 250 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Notifications and Fees:There are no room charges for children 11 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. Th |
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GoVenture: Small Business $495 GoVenture Small Business simulates day-to-day experiences typical in starting and running a small business. Students experience all aspects of running a small business from hiring, inventory, sales marketing to evaluating customer satisfaction. |
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FORTUNE GOLD 10.0 FOR SMALL BUSINESS $99.99 FORTUNE GOLD 10.0 FOR SMALL BUSINESS |
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Small Business Management Series, Strategies - $24.99 Small Business Management Series, Strategies - |
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Living With Books Large Address Book $12.39 No Synopsis Available |
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Keeping the Books : Basic Recordkeeping and Accounting and up-to-date Tax Information for the Successful Small Business $14.52 No Synopsis Available |
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Prestige Solar Address Light – Small $89.99 This fabulous and fully customizable solar address light will not only guide your guests to your home, it may also help emergency workers in the event you should need them. The Amorphous solar plate will charge even on cloudy days and the Sign will illuminate up to 12 hours in the dark. The Prestige can feature your house number and either your street address or family name. The information you desire is laser etched onto UV resistant acrylic.;Features: Solar Address Lights;High frosted numbers;Stays bright up to 12 hours a night;Amorphous solar panel, will charge even on mostly cloudy days;No wiring needed;LED Colors: White, Blue and Green;Automatic on/off operation;Save money by using free energy from the sun;Comes with 17″H UV resistant acrylic stakes;Due to customization, no returns allowed;Up to 6 numbers/letters address combination;Add street name, family name, or other special wording under the numbers, up to 20 characters;LED Colors: White, Blue or Green;Specifications: Accommodates: 1 AA Li-Ion rechargeable battery.;Lamp type: Super Bright LED;Power source: mono crystalline solar cell;Light duration: up to 12 hours;Small overall dimensions: 6.5″H x 13.5″W x 3″D |
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The Best Business Books Ever $12.71 This book is in New – Excellent condition |
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Small Business Advantage Deluxe $10.49 Everything you need to market your business more effectively. As a small business owner, you may not have the marketing staff or sales tools you need to take your business to the next level. Small Business Advantage includes all the marketing solutions you need to launch e-mail marketing campaigns, create business cards, write professional letters, and create newsletters, product catalogs, flyers, and more. |
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Small Business Advantage 2 $23.99 The Ultimate Collection of Business Tools 20 Essential Tools to Grow Your Business |
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Small Business $10.67 This book is in Good Used condition |
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N18 – Lg Business Address Stamp $25.46 [XSTN18] |
