Marketing on a Shoestring Budget!

Marketing on a Shoestring Budget!

Mastering Marketing on a Shoestring Budget! Ever wondered how small businesses, without the financial might of corporate giants, manage to create marketing magic? The secret is simple: you don’t need deep pockets to craft a winning marketing plan. A...
Advertising myths busted – Part 1

Advertising myths busted – Part 1

When I talk to businesses about print advertising there are several answers I regularly hear, but most of them are myths. And the problem with myths is they lead people astray. So, over the next two issues I will be taking a look at them and explaining why they should...
3 mantras for your business

3 mantras for your business

I have a confession, 4 in fact: I don’t have a business degree. I don’t have a marketing degree. Before I started publishing magazines I had never worked in an advertising agency. All of my (still ongoing) learning about advertising and marketing has been on the job....
Advertising myths busted – Part 2

Advertising myths busted – Part 2

Last issue I dispatched five myths about advertising; this issue I am debunking another five. Read on to see what they are. I’ve also added a bonus myth which I feel is the most important one to dismiss! Left hand pages are no good for adverts. We read from left to...
What is the value of a discount?

What is the value of a discount?

What’s your response when asked for a discount? Do you: Refuse point blank shouting “not until hell freezes over”  Immediately fall over yourself and reduce prices to secure the business from Mr Curt Price stood in front of you? Discounts are a...