Public speaking is one of the most common fears that people have. Even experienced business professionals often struggle when it's time for them to speak up in meetings, and the rise of remote work during the COVID pandemic didn't help matters. As difficult as public speaking can be, it's also a valuable skill to have. If you've ever struggled to speak up during a meeting or you're afraid you're not sounding professional enough, consider some of these tips.
Imagine for a moment that the perfect family just walked into your school wanting a tour. They look around at the bustling school hallway as a friendly face approaches, flashing a genuine smile. This is no ordinary student. This is one of your student ambassadors, the heart and soul of the school, ready to share their personal experiences and give this potential family a glimpse into what it truly means to be a part of your community.
What do student ambassadors do? They are the living embodiment of their school's values, representing its spirit and culture. But their role goes far beyond that. These students become tour guides, mentors, storytellers, and, most importantly, a bridge between prospective families and the institution they represent.
Written By: Adam Bennett | Wednesday, December 04, 2024
Adam is the president and founder of Cube Creative Design and specializes in private school marketing. Since starting the business in 2005, he has created individual relationships with clients in Western North Carolina and across the United States. He places great value on the needs, expectations, and goals of the client.
Picture this: It's 2:00 AM, and a homeowner in Charlotte discovers their basement is flooding from a busted pipe. What's their first move? They grab their phone and search for an "emergency plumber near me." Will your business show up in those crucial search results?
In this comprehensive guide, you'll learn:
- How to build a complete digital marketing strategy for your home service business
- Specific tactics for both emergency and planned services
- Ways to optimize your online presence for local searches
- Strategies for managing your reputation across multiple platforms
- Methods for measuring and improving your marketing ROI
For home service businesses in North Carolina and across the country, being found online isn't just about having a website anymore – it's about being visible exactly when and where your potential customers need you. According to SparkToro, “92.96% of global traffic comes from Google Search, Google Images, and Google Maps.” And for home service businesses, much of this traffic comes from urgent, high-intent searches that could lead directly to new customers.
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | Wednesday, December 04, 2024
Chad is a Partner and our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.
Ever feel like your pest control marketing offers are about as effective as setting a single mouse trap in a full-blown rodent infestation? You're not alone. In the pest control industry, most companies are stuck in a cycle of offering the same tired promotions: "Free Inspection!" "First Service $50 Off!" That's about as inspiring as finding a single ant in your kitchen – you know there's a bigger problem lurking.
Here's a hard truth that'll bug you: In an industry with nearly 32,500 pest control businesses nationwide, most are using the exact same offers as their competitors. That's like trying to control bed bugs with DIY methods and some essential oils – it might seem like you're doing something, but you're not solving the real problem. When every company in town is shouting "Free Inspection!" customers aren't choosing based on value – they're choosing based on price. And in this industry, racing to the bottom is as dangerous as skipping a WDIR when buying a home.
But what if you could create an offer so compelling that potential customers wouldn't even bother calling your competition? An offer that makes price-shopping as rare as a preventative-minded homeowner? That's exactly what we're going to explore in this post.
Whether you're dealing with residential pest control, commercial services, or specialized treatments, by the end of this article, you'll know:
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | Wednesday, December 04, 2024
Chad is a Partner and our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.