Small Business Marketing

Small businesses and companies trying to figure out how to make a splash in the marketplace sometimes pay consultants hundreds of dollars for advice. The result is, most of the suggestions they get will cost them even more money.

With a little clever and ambitious thoughts, you can find plenty of ways to get noticed without spending all you have. Here are 3 ideas you can use.

Newsworthy press releases about your company or a company event is a good way to attract attention. This time of year it might be all about giving for seasonal needs.

Take some promotional items to a trade show and give them away. Make sure it is something that the recipient can use. If trade show costs are high, consider a buddy in a complimentary business.


Prize drawings can stimulate interest in a retail store or other business by using social media.  It also increases your brand awareness.

For more ideas, connect with me on Facebook and if you have some ideas, please share them