Marketing
Why Retail Isn’t Dead and How the Firearm Industry Is Especially Resilient
I’m a product of the internet marketing industry. In 2007 I built my first website and read “SEO For Dummies.” In 2010 I boarded 99 airplanes traveling the country and helping traditional media companies adapt to and sell online advertising. Today, I operate an eCommerce business, manage about 20 websites, operate my own email marketing…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Beginners Guide to Affiliate Marketing
While these principles will apply to any industry and any business the specific examples given are relevant to the firearm industry. Anyone who provides a service or product to a customer can benefit from affiliate marketing. You might be an online content creator leveraging blogging, YouTube, or Instagram. Perhaps you are a service provider who…
Read MoreFirearm Trainers Association: How To Change Your Marketing Strategy In A Constitutional Carry State
Guest post I wrote for the FTA about overcoming the challenges of marketing firearm training classes in a state where no class is required to carry concealed. Firearm Trainers as a whole aren’t known for being great marketers so this is ultimately an introduction to marketing funnels.
Read MoreHow to Launch A Successful Podcast
In December 2015 when my business partner suggested we launch a podcast I wasn’t convinced. I was certainly familiar with podcasts but had never loyally followed or listened to one. My initial response was a common one for me, “that sounds like a lot of work.” I’m always skeptical of new initiatives that don’t have…
Read MoreGetting a High ROI From Your Booth
I’ve been through a handful of business ventures and through them all I’ve been to A LOT of trade shows where I’ve seen A LOT of booths. I’ve had some opportunities to manage or execute a booth or two of my own and today’s blog post is my attempt to point out the obvious lessons…
Read MoreSavvy Business and High Level Performance Reading Curriculum
On occasion I do run into people who ask more broadly for a book list that I would recommend. I have developed this book list for individuals who I am mentoring and I thought it would be appropriate to share it here
Read MorePersonalization – Coca Cola Increases Sales by 30%
Sound silly? I had a meeting last week with the local distributor of Coca Cola in my state and their marketing department told me sales are up 30%. WHAT???? Any brand would do darn near anything legal to get a 30% increase in sales
Read More5 Resources I Give All Starting Out Entrepreneurs
When you are starting a business your needs vary depending on what you are doing. I have found however, that there are a few things that all businesses need. Here are some of the basics that I always share.
Read MoreReal Life Examples of Great Customer Service
In 2006 I read Raving Fans: A Revolutionary Approach To Customer Service and it changed forever the way I think of quality customer service. I’ve been reflecting recently on some real life examples of customer service. Here they are:
Read More7 Habits of Highly Successful Sales People
The outline below is an adaptation of Stephen R. Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People as it may apply to media sales. Use this outline and adapt it for your industry and business.
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