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How to Choose a Press Release Topic for Small Businesses

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Beyond that, it can also: Increase brand exposure Help you gain media coverage from news outlets in your industry Boost your brand’s reputation and credibility Help you manage a crisis and control the narrative Help you build backlinks from trusted media sites Boost your search engine ranking Generate fresh leads and sales.

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Qualify Hard; Close Easy: Leads in Unscripted Marketing Links

Sword and the Script

People drop their phone and turn to the search engine to look for a repair shop. As a small business owner, Mr. Roberts told me he’s tried local newspaper ads and local television ads to drive leads to his business – but nothing works like the internet. He gets most of his leads from one source: Google. Did you know?

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Seeing Around Corners: 30 Marketing and PR Predictions for 2021

Sword and the Script

Yet, according to research conducted in 2019, 40% of small businesses still don’t have a website. With more people than ever researching, shopping and buying online, now is the time to ensure your business is meeting buyers where they are.”. “The This underscores the need for a robust digital presence.

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