Marketing in the 1930s

1930s advertising pivotal in economic crisis - promoting gender roles and swaying consumer morale crucial for sales. Brands leveraging media visibility and purpose creatively, despite downturn doubts, forged loyalty that paid dividends. Historical takeaways: Heart/mind influence; tenacious marketing invest pays, especially in turbulent times.

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Jason St Clair
(Neuromarketing Example) FizzyCo as the sparkling boost of joy and vigor for the spirited life seekers

The FizzyCo ad campaign uses biometric tracking and emotional analytics to optimize engagement. Strategies include: vibrant, energizing colors that stimulate; sound cues evoking delight; visuals linking taste senses and joy; an augmented reality game driven by motivation data; influencer alignments with attention-grabbing personalities. These neuromarketing tactics dial into consumer decision levers like attention, emotion, sensory experience and motivation.

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Jason St Clair
A Reason for us Small Business Owners to Remain Optimistic

A new survey surprisingly finds small business optimism rebounding in 2024 - 75% now feel positive despite ongoing inflation and lending woes. Over half expect to add jobs and see higher profits this year as consumer spending rebounds. However, 35% say 2023 was even tougher than pandemic-hit 2020. Inflation and access to affordable capital still top concerns. But hints of economic improvement have many breathing easier. Though challenges persist, small biz owners seem cautiously hopeful we’ve turned a corner.

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Jason St Clair
Small Business Trends of 2024

11 small business tech trends for 2024 and beyond. Learn how AI, 5G, employee monitoring software, cloud computing, cybersecurity, remote work, virtual and augmented reality, blockchain, IoT devices, automation, and digital marketing can improve your business’s growth and efficiency.” This article highlights the top 11 small business tech trends for 2024 and beyond. Learn how AI, 5G, employee monitoring software, cloud computing, cybersecurity, remote work, virtual and augmented reality, blockchain, IoT devices, automation, and digital marketing can improve your business’s growth and efficiency. Stay ahead of the curve and keep your business competitive in an ever-changing marketplace

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Step by Step U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Loan

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) facilitates small business funding by establishing loan guidelines and mitigating lender risk. Through SBA-backed loans, entrepreneurs can access vital financing with simplified processes. To secure a loan, visit the Loans page, use Lender Match based on your Zip Code, and apply through a local lender

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How to Secure Funding for your Small Business

1) Bootstrapping with personal savings, a budget-conscious but limited approach; 2) Crowdfunding via sites like Kickstarter to get small investments from a wide audience by pitching your idea; 3) Small business loans, allowing you to borrow money that must be repaid on fixed terms; and 4) Equity investment

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Why Marketing Commandments are Important for Your Business

Having solid marketing commandments is crucial for any business wanting to succeed. Here's why:

1. Keeps your messaging consistent across the board. When you've got clear guidelines locked down, there's less chance of confusing customers with disjointed content.

2. Helps you say "yes" or "no" to marketing ideas. If a new campaign matches your core values - green light. If not, walk away. Your commandments keep the team focused.

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Bad Management Will Lead to Failure

I get it, running a small business is tough. You've got a million balls in the air and it's hard to keep track of everything. But there's some basic management mistakes I see business owners make time and time again that just sink them.

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The Most Boring and Most Critical Aspect of Running a Small Business

Proper accounting is crucial for any small business, helping owners strategically spot financial trends, qualify for attractive financing, precisely determine profitability of offerings, accurately capture tax liabilities, and monitor the health of the company. Without tracking tools to measure cash flow, profit and loss margins, payroll obligations, accounts receivable, tax payments due and other key money metrics on an ongoing basis, small business owners risk fiscal blindness and vulnerability. Investing time into regular bookkeeping provides vital visibility that guides fruitful decision making.

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How Organizations Extract More Value From Touch Enabled Devices

More industries tap into sophisticated touch screen devices to drive greater efficiency on the job. Modern touch displays feature improved responsiveness, durability, connectivity and image clarity over old pressure-sensitive interfaces. Workers can now quickly access data, monitor performance metrics, control systems and streamline workflows through fingertip taps and swipes

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