A business idea is nothing if you can't attract and keep customers. In this section we'll look at understanding your customers, their needs and how to use psychology to market your product or service. We'll also explore different communication methods, trends, ideas, and we look at the techniques to help you deal with issues and challenges.
How to Market to High-End & Low-End Customers
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Segmenting your customers based on their income may not be the most morally right thing to do, but it could totally reinvigorate your sales.
Advertising Your Business on TV
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TV advertising is something often overlooked by SMEs due to the expected high costs. The benefits can, however, outweigh the negatives
Launching Your Trial Product
— Read More — Launching Your Trial ProductYou might be wondering if free trials are cost effective. The short answer is yes. The longer answer is yes, but only if they’re carefully planned out.
The 'Golden Oldies' of Marketing
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Do MySpace, The Phonebook and Flyer distribution still work as ways of promoting your small-medium business? We take a closer look...
Do You Know Your Leads From Your Weeds?
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Are your sales figures stuck in a rut? In this article we look at one simple way you can revolutionize your lead management process and grow your numbers.
How Affiliate Marketing Could Revolutionize Your Lead Flow
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For many small business owners, affiliate marketing can seem confusing and complicated, but it's actually incredibly simple. Here's how it works...
Interacting With Your Clients Both New and Old
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Should client interaction be based on their regular custom or should all customers be treated equally?
Ask Fleximize: Potential Clients
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In this edition of Ask Fleximize we answer all your burning questions on reaching out to potential customers, converting and retaining them.
How do I Ensure Effective Team Management?
— Read More — How do I Ensure Effective Team Management?How do I Ensure Effective Team Management?
Good team management is based on trust, understanding and recognition. Read why it's necessary to get results, and our tips for being a successful manager
Use Google Surveys For Customer Data
— Read More — Use Google Surveys For Customer DataUse Google Surveys For Customer Data
Struggling to understand your customers? Here's how your business can utilise Google Surveys to get to know them, and what they want.
Creating a Buzz About Your Business
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Word of mouth is a powerful marketing tool, so how can you encourage your customers to create a buzz about your brand? We look at building brand champions
Time Scales for Handling Customer Complaints
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No business owner wants complaints about their products or business, but when they happen, here's how you should respond to them.
How to Build a Client Base
— Read More — How to Build a Client BaseLanding your first client can be tough, particularly if don't already have a network in place. Explore our advice on developing a client base from scratch
Monitoring your Clients' Happiness
— Read More — Monitoring your Clients' HappinessMonitoring your Clients' Happiness
Ensuring your clients are happy and content with your business is key to building lasting relationships and repeat custom. Here's why...
The Importance of Location to a Business
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In an increasingly digital world, how does the location of a business impact its success? And what factors should you consider when locating your company?
Why Offer Live Chat on Your Website?
— Read More — Why Offer Live Chat on Your Website?Why Offer Live Chat on Your Website?
Live chat provides a unique way to communicate with customers instantaneously. Here are a few reasons why you should consider offering a live chat service
Top Tips on Customer Care
— Read More — Top Tips on Customer CareKnowing how to make and keep your customers happy is crucial to the success of any business, large or small. Here are our top tips...
Tailoring Your Business to Your Clients
— Read More — Tailoring Your Business to Your ClientsTailoring Your Business to Your Clients
Everybody understands that customers are vital to the success of a business, so how can you tailor your business to suit your clients' needs?
The Businesses That Listen to Customers
— Read More — The Businesses That Listen to CustomersThe Businesses That Listen to Customers
Follow the example of these major companies that keep customers loyal by responding to their feedback.
Contacting your Clients via Email
— Read More — Contacting your Clients via EmailContacting your Clients via Email
Contacting your customers via email can be very effective for many small businesses. Here are our top tips to get your message across, first time round...
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