Online and tech
Tuesday, 21 March 2023
What Are Remote Payments and How Do They Work?
In today's modern world, it's more important than ever to offer customers the convenience of being able to pay for goods and services in whichever way they choose, including over the phone and, of course, online. In this article, we'll discuss what remote payments are, how they work, and shine a light on some of the benefits of using them. So, whether you're looking to start taking card payments over the phone or want to add online payment functionality to your website, read on for all the information you need.
Wednesday, 28 September 2022
The SME's Guide to WhatsApp Business
Whatever your size of business, providing helpful and efficient customer support should be near the top of operational priorities. It used to be the case that small business owners would need to invest substantial amounts of their yearly budgets into providing such a service, but thanks to introduction of new technology, this is no longer the case. By embracing tech, and apps in particular, small business owners could make things easier on themselves, their employees and their customers. In this article, we'll look at one such platform all SMEs could be utilising as part of their approach to customer support: WhatsApp Business.
Monday, 01 August 2022
Google's Digital Garage Courses for small businesses
Google Digital Garage is a collection of online courses that teach digital marketing skills. The courses are designed to help small business owners and entrepreneurs learn how to use digital tools to grow their businesses. The curriculum covers topics such as creating a website, using social media for marketing, driving traffic to a website, and measuring the results of digital marketing campaigns. Google Digital Garage courses are free to use, and most of the courses are self-paced. So, you can learn at your own pace and in your own time. There are also quizzes and exercises to help you apply what you learn in each course. And if you have any questions, you can ask the Google Digital Garage community for help.
Monday, 27 September 2021
What is Clubhouse and can my small business use it?
It’s no exaggeration to say the rise of social media since its inception in the noughties has been astronomical, and today, more than half of the world’s population uses at least one social media platform. While to begin with social media was all about just that, socialising, it’s since turned into a marketing battlefield for businesses big and small, and offers huge potential when it comes to reaching consumers.
Tuesday, 31 August 2021
Free online survey tools for small businesses
We’ve all heard the old chestnut ‘there aren’t enough hours in a day’, but as a small business owner you truly understand how that feels. The to-do list of a small business owner never gets any shorter - it’s no easy task to run a successful company - but it’s one you’re super passionate about, and we want to help you make it a triumph.
Thursday, 05 August 2021
How to use Snapchat to advertise your business
Since its inception in 2011, Snapchat has become one of the biggest social media platforms in the market, boasting a whopping 218 million daily active users worldwide. Although the likes of Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter continue to see more users each month, Snapchat offers a fresh marketing angle for small businesses looking to up their customer base - particularly if their target audience is younger generations of consumers.
Tuesday, 13 April 2021
What are the best products to sell online?
Online retail is booming right now, it’s been on an upwards trajectory for some time but the pandemic and accompanying restrictions have left many consumers little choice but to head to the web for their shopping fix. In 2019 the percentage of all shopping done digitally was nearing 20% but in 2020 the numbers have soared with British online sales pushing £100 billion by the end of the year.
Friday, 26 March 2021
How to use Instagram reels for your business
Instagram is one of the giants of the social media world - it boasts billions of users worldwide, and 200 million of those visit at least one business account on the platform each day. Yep, there are big benefits to be had by businesses on Instagram, but how do you get your hands on these perks? It’s all about nailing your content - giving consumers what they want, engaging them with your business, and ultimately turning them from browser to buyer.
Tuesday, 23 March 2021
How to create a website for your business
Creating a simple, well-designed website can help you tell your customers about your offering, but where should you start? We’ll kick-off with our guide to creating a great website, and then highlight some of the best options on the market to get you started.
