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New product development is the need of the hour for firms that are involved in the manufacture and supply of consumer goods, to meet the demands of the consumer market as well to satisfy the changing preferences of the consumers... The process of new product development starts with the search for new ideas. Read the rest of this entry »

The first of 3 responsibilities of a sales and marketing consultant should be for them to be honest with you; simply having a website is not nearly enough to succeed, never mind prosper these days. Although it is true that you are putting yourself out there into the "online ocean" and positioned ahead of most business owners in your marketplace, the truth at a higher level is that just having a 24 hour brochure type website, (one without the bells and whistles) will get you nowhere and fast in this "new age" era! Each and every marketplace and industry is getting more and more competitive and when you add changes from the consumer behavior side of this formula, you NEED TO UNDERSTAND how to adapt to this transformation or you will severely suffer. Let's review some rather interesting statistics about marketing online. Read the rest of this entry »

B2B marketing (business to business marketing) could be referred to as one enterprise selling to another business, as opposed to selling to the consumer. Now days, business to business marketing via email is an extremely affordable strategy. Read the rest of this entry »

When it comes to making a business a success and be able to grow accordingly, it needs two things-a great product or service, and the ability to communicate effectively and coherently to the consumer. Businesses who are aiming for their local market can usually do this with conviction under the condition that they have adopted an effective and smart marketing campaign as they know the language in which they need to communicate in. However, when it comes to targeting your business to a new, overseas market, for example France, this can become next to impossible if you are not fluent... Read the rest of this entry »

Not long ago, a gentleman from Europe contacted me hoping for some business advice, unfortunately, I quickly realized that it might not be a wise thing to do, since the US and his home country are so different - culturally, regulatory wise, and even with regards to the consumer or purchasers of goods and services you see. Let me explain. In his letter he wrote; "Would you be able to give me some advice to take the leap and (finally) start my own business. Read the rest of this entry »

Discount coupons can raise awareness for a business and drive traffic to it by offering the consumer a perception of value. When you offer a bargain, you can expect to see new customers. Be sure that your products and services are ready for the scrutiny and you can add lots of loyal customers. Read the rest of this entry »

Business conferences are held just to sometimes impress other similar business owners of the importance of others. Then again on the other hand it could be where you may meet the joint venture that you have been waiting for. Read the rest of this entry »