Return to Normal vs. The New Normal: SMBs Embracing Change
Though 2020 was a brutal year for all of us, it was also incredibly eye-opening. It forced us to slow down, to reassess, and to reposition our goals, values, and priorities towards what mattered most. Small businesses owners were no exception to this internal overhaul— or the external changes that came with it. While people […]
Here’s What SMB Owners Should Expect to Spend in Their First Year
Starting a small business can be costly: time, money, your sense of security. But hey— you’ve got a dream; now it’s time to plan your budget. What should you actually expect to spend during your first year in business? Keep reading to find out… The Magic Number According to our friends at Shopify, more than […]
B2B vs. B2C Digital Marketing
First of all—What is B2B & B2C? “B2B” – otherwise known as business-to-business – is a term that describes the commercial transaction between two businesses or corporations. Examples of B2B transactions include: In contrast, “B2C,” or business-to-consumer transactions take place between business suppliers and consumers. Some examples of B2C transactions: B2B vs. B2C Marketing When […]
What’s Good for the Environment is Good for Your Business
Think your consumers don’t care about sustainability? Think again. According to GreenBiz: At least 75% of consumers report sustainability to be moderately to extremely important to them. 71% of consumers would pay more for brands that are sustainable. 57% of consumers say climate change has caused them to reassess their purchasing habits The events that […]
Low-Cost & No-Cost SMB Marketing Ideas
Here at TTG, we get a lot of questions from small business owners about the most cost-effective ways to implement digital marketing into their current business strategy. As a small business owner myself, I understand first-hand the value of a free or low-cost resource that works to grow your company— especially when you’re just starting […]
It’s Okay to Ask for Help When Marketing Your Small Business Yourself
Did you decide to dive into managing your small business’s marketing efforts in 2020 or 2021? If so, you’re not alone. According to Fundera’s Small Business Marketing Statistics and Trends (2021), 47% of small business owners are now handling their marketing entirely on their own. Here at TTG, this is what we refer to as […]
