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Matt Sammon explains why it's crucial to make sure you are actually free to use your chosen brand.
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This section provides in-depth guides on the different marketing strategies and techniques small businesses can apply to help plan, promote, position and price their products and services.
Matt Sammon explains why it's crucial to make sure you are actually free to use your chosen brand.
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Conrad Ford, managing director of Funding Options, looks at some internet and social media marketing methods you might use as a small business.
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Jo Sabin, marketing manager at DesignCrowd.co.uk, discusses the route to establishing a powerful brand identity.
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The worlds of SEO, content marketing and PR are learning from each other - and these skills have been instrumental in the ongoing success and development of each sector, says Kath Dawson.
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Marketing can be expensive for a small business, so getting the best bang for your buck is essential. Here, James Cox reveals some typical ways of blowing the budget.
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PR is an often-misunderstood beast among small business owners. Here, communications expert Carolyn Hughes demystifies the industry.
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Company blogs no longer serve as just website window dressing. Marketing expert James Cox gives tips on putting together the right blog to generate leads.
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Maite Barón discusses ways to implement the branding strategies outlined in her last article.
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Company blogs no longer serve as just website window dressing. Marketing expert James Cox gives tips on putting together the right blog to generate leads.
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Maite Barón discusses ways to implement the branding strategies outlined in her last article.
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Here's why video can be an effective medium for small businesses to market themselves.
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You don't have to be a professional wordsmith to create compelling content on your website. Abby Hardoon, managing director of Daily Internet, gives some pointers for memorable material.
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Every company needs its leader to be a marketer. Here are five tips to help owner managers and CEOs push forward marketing and PR activity.
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Why should you try Google+ if you are already using Facebook and Twitter for social media marketing? Digital communications expert Carolyn Hughes reveals how the platform can help.
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