The Twitter revolution is the most recent social networking phenomenon to take hold in the small business world and companies are quick to extol the benefits of the popular micro-blog. An article from Entrepreneur.com touts the benefits the service offers home-based business to expand their marketing efforts and attract new clients.   more »

With the internet growing in popularity, particularly as consumers turn increasingly to the web for product research and shopping, small business advocates are urging business owners to take advantage of the online medium.   more »

NEBS Canada Business Products is pleased to present a FREE 45 minute webinar on Wednesday, April 1st at 2:00 pm EST, where we will show you the key points on how to harness the power of search engine marketing to build traffic, brand awareness and sales. Part of NEBS dedication to providing excellent in Web Services, including Website Design, Web Hosting and E-commerce packages, NEBS is pleased to present a free Webinar to provide Canadian small business owners with tips, tools and insights on how to harness the power of Search Engine Marketing.   more »

Many small businesses rely on their ecommerce portal as an increasingly important way - and sometimes the only one - to conduct business. Website design, hosting and site management are important yet time consuming duties. Many small shops look to professionals for help with these processes. But one way small business owners can help buoy website traffic on their own is by identifying and implementing key search trends.   more »

NEBS Canada Business Products is pleased to present a FREE 45 minute webinar on April 1st at 2:00 pm EST, where we will show you the key points of why every business should invest in a Search Engine Marketing Campaign.   more »

Retailers are increasingly turning to the web - on ecommerce sites or social networks - to reach out to consumers and build brand loyalty. A new study shows that the web-based environment may be just the place to connect with Canadian consumers.   more »

Allocations to online merchandising tools and marketing are quickly surpassing the money spent on more traditional channels. Online tools that help customers virtually test products - like online demos, product selectors and buying guides - are growing in popularity and considered a "must-have" by some industry experts.   more »

Attracting clients to ecommerce sites and intriguing them with clever website design and relevant content are important for small businesses. But a new marketing study says that a welcome email for new subscribers may be "the single greatest opportunity to engage subscribers" and retain their interest in the longer-term.   more »

Consumers are increasingly thrifty when evaluating purchases these days and a number of small businesses are anxious to move inventory off shelves. One small business counselor is suggesting a few ways for small businesses to attract customers during times of low demand.   more »

A new study shows that small and medium-sized businesses are spending an increasingly significant portion of their marketing budget for online advertising. Borrell Associates research on the interactive spending habits of over 14 million small and medium-sized businesses revealed that last year over USD6.7 billion was allocated to online advertising.   more »

Many experts agree that an ongoing marketing effort during an economic downturn is a good strategy for small businesses to pursue. Keep your product and service at the front of a customer's mind and build a relationship that might make them return to you when the economy picks up, some marketing experts advise. But with budgets tight, many small businesses are seeking cost-effective ways to get their news out to customers.   more »

Some small businesses can do more to ensure the security of online shoppers' personal information when visiting a company website, says a new survey. But those small businesses that maintain a strong privacy policy may find they have an edge over competitors.   more »

Significant website traffic and ecommerce capabilities offer small businesses an important advantage when competing against larger companies with more resources. When setting up a website or establishing a web presence for an already existing business, remember that keywords in the domain name are critical to long-term success, says one tech-savvy blogger on Dot Weekly.   more »

While the increasingly infamous micro-blog is one way to stay connected with friends, many businesses are using it for day-to-day operations. According to a Media Post article, roughly 56 percent of Twitter users conduct business on the social communication site.   more »

A number of well-known big businesses were born during past economic downturns. And with a detailed business plan, some seed money and an online presence, small entrepreneurs can launch a business too. According to CNN Money, businesses including General Motors, General Electric and Procter & Gamble all found their footing during a time of economic crisis.   more »

Blogging is one inexpensive way to help attract new clients to an ecommerce site. But given the millions of blogs on the internet today, taking the right steps to differentiate a blog from the masses is important.   more »

Experts pooled together for an article in bMighty.com say that in addition to using keywords and keeping content fresh, business owners should consider improving title and description metatags, site navigation and anchor text to optimize their websites and ultimately attract more traffic.   more »

Local businesses are increasingly aware of the need to transform a business website into a full-blown product experience. New web tactics are often a cost-effective way to market the business, and an important way to generate new revenue from a tech-savvy younger generation.   more »

The fourth quarter edition of the 2008 Domain Name Industry Brief published by internet infrastructure services provider VeriSign says that 177 million domain name registrations were recorded as of yearend.   more »

With more and more people turning to the web instead of the phonebook to find business information, a company's online portal often serves as a potential customer's first impression.   more »

Building a business website is the first step to establishing an ecommerce presence. Some say having good online content is the next step to growing your client base.   more »

Some experts agree that small business expansion during tough economic times is viable, perhaps even ideal. Ted Mallett, chief economist at the Canadian Federation of Independent Business tells the Financial Post that with "compelling reasons" and a little help from technology, now may be the right expansion opportunity for some small businesses.   more »

Creating a website and designing a logo are two important tools to launching your business brand. A new interview on bMighty.com with search engine optimization consultant Rebecca Lieb divulges important ways for small businesses to use those tools to their advantage.   more »

According to MerchantCircle's vice president of marketing Darren Waddell, "Merchants are beginning to recognize the value of a business blog, which people within the internet community have known for a long time."   more »

A new five year ecommerce forecast suggests online traffic could grow by 11 percent in 2009.    more »

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