Last month we introduced you to the benefits of using social media. Today, we want to focus on why you should be using Facebook, along with some tips and tricks for getting the most out of it. With more than 1 billion members and 700 million daily visitors, Facebook is the largest and most popular […]
Marketing has been morphing for years now, driven by consumer behavioral shifts and advances in technology, and we want to make sure your dealership is up to speed with it all. Until recently, marketing efforts consisted almost entirely of what is called outbound marketing. This is the traditional form of marketing where the company initiates […]
No matter what kind of business you run, it is a well known fact that much of ourpopulation today currently owns at least one email account. Have you ever thought about using email as a tool to generate revenue for your business? Creating an email marketing campaign, and incorporating basic online marketing techniques into your daily operations […]
The seasons have changed, and with that comes a change in your customers’ needs! Marketing and economic research have long proven that one of the factors affecting the types of commodities sought by consumers is seasonal changes. Surely, You Understand the Seasonality of Your Business: Haven’t you noticed how the local demand for certain equipment and […]
When a customer walks into your dealership, contacts you via your website, or calls you on the telephone, they do not want to be thought of as a statistic. They want to be given the attention they deserve and be treated as though they are the only customer you have. By following up after […]
Word of Mouth Marketing is a) giving people a reason to talk about you and b) making it easier for the conversation to take place. People talk about fantastic stuff and great treatment from businesses they like. So how can you help generate conversations about your business? #1: Change up your messaging. Often times, when you’re […]
“My business comes from word of mouth.” Equipment dealers understand the power of a word of mouth from satisfied customers to new potential buyers to bring business to their dealerships, yet many pay very little attention to what their customers are saying online. The importance of online reviews and testimonials had been steadily increasing over the years. […]
First lets define customer recognition… A customer is defined as one that purchases a commodity or service. Recognition is the state of being recognized knowledge or feeling that someone or something present has been encountered before special notice or attention. Two root words: Re – again or indicating repetition and cognitive – of or pertaining to the […]
An effective e-mail newsletter (e-newsletters) paired with social media tactics can grab a hold of many potential customers for your business rather than just relying on e-mails or social media alone. If you don’t have an e-newsletter yet, we suggest you get started now. Look at e-newsletters as an opportunity to: Increase web exposure to help capture […]
Now that you’ve got your customers to your website… how do you keep them engaged and drive them to eventually purchase? Your website appearance. Your website is a reflection of your business, you want to make sure it looks organized and is up-to-date at all times. Make sure all links are working correctly and that […]