Friday's 5 - Marketing Shorts and Sweets

I'm in denial, and I will thank you to let me live in a space where it cannot possibly be Friday, because I did not get enough done this week. I once commented to a boss that I wished I had 36 hours in each day, so I could get more done. She pointed out that even if I had 36 hours every day, I'd only take on more so it would never be enough.

Point made! So to help you make the most of the hours you have today, here are 5 short and sweet marketing treats for one last bit of inspiration or a head start on the week to come.

[READ] Thanks for the Ideas, Google+! Facebook's New Subscribe Button and Friends Features
Facebook has launched a Subscribe button that lets you follow the public updates of others, regardless of whether you’re “friends.” What’s more, they’ll soon be rolling out new ways for you to manage your contact lists.


[READ] Top 10 Trends from Fashion Week
No matter what line of work you're in, getting a bead on current fashion isn't about vanity, it's about building your personal brand and reinforcing your role as an expert, advisor, mentor and influencer in the lives of your clients and staff. Here are a few things to keep in mind as you dress for success in the coming months.


[READ] "No" -- and 7 Other Things You Shouldn't Say to Customers
Great customer relationships: Hard to establish, easy to ruin — especially when you say the wrong things. Here are eight things you should never say to customers (even if you would secretly love to!)


[READ] 20 Ways to Promote Your Facebook Page
Unless you have a built-in audience like big-boy brands Coke or Red Bull, you’ll need to educate your fan base on how to find you on Facebook. Even if you only put a few of these ideas into action, you’ll start seeing growth and increased conversation on your fan page.


[READ] Facebook vs. LinkedIn Smackdown: You Make the Call
This social media “smackdown” infographic can help you decide where to invest for your B2B or B2C focus.

Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.
(T.S. Eliot)

What risk will you take today?



Elizabeth Kraus – 12monthsofmarketing.com
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