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New Marketing Campaign Idea... 3rd September 2012 4:31 PM
so true... probably just duplicate content across all sites!!
HAHA that is a really interesting point, and quite sad I think - its nice to have books and albums that your parents have passed down!
Video Marketing 3rd September 2012 4:24 PM
I think a short video can be really helpful especially if your business is quite complex and needs a bit of explaining. Illustrated videos often work with an animation that spells out exactly what message you are trying to get across. Its also a good way to put a more human face to your business.
How to Lock Your Car and Why 28th August 2012 5:08 PM
I had never thought of that as a potential area for crime. It will definitely be something I stay aware of now.
Recession Strategy 28th August 2012 5:04 PM
One thing I have learned over the last couple of years, it makes no different what size of house or how many cars you see parked on someones drive, it just means they have bigger debts and more to lose than the average guy in the street.

Really interesting point!! I hope my question didn't sound too ignorant - I suppose in times of recession people are more cautious about how they spend money and will be looking to cut corners and leave off extra expenditure where they can so won't replace their boiler for example unless they really have to!!
The new Microsoft - logo. 28th August 2012 12:39 PM
Am I alone in thinking the font is slightly more 'appley' by that I mean looks like apple branding???
Recession Strategy 28th August 2012 12:36 PM
Bit up and down really, lots of factors involved, Olympics, school holidays, summer season even down to a few customers selling up and leaving London altogether. I have enough contract work to tick over comfortably. The last 10 days have been relatively quiet, but the previous 6 weeks it was constant every day, which only ends up getting to you in the end anyway. Now that summer is nearly over I expect things to start picking back up again. I'll only start worrying if interest rates start rising as I think that will be the nail in the coffin that kills everyones business...

Barney - I would be interested to know how much the recession effects your business - surely when you need a plumber you need a plumber regardless of whether you want to pay for one or not!?
Planning for Christmas 21st August 2012 5:01 PM
Although the feelgood factor might help get feet through the door - surely seeing christmas festivities when it has been as hot as it has over the past few days will be a massive turn-off for consumers
Author tags getting pushed by Google! 21st August 2012 4:38 PM
See what you mean!!
I have waited for up to 30mins before only to be told my problem couldn't be fixed!