Business How to NOT Handle a Customer Service Problem This story is a great lesson in what not to do when it comes to customer service. The short version scenario goes like this: I haven’t been in a Kmart in years. In fact, I’m not sure where a store even is down here. However, we got a request for the newest baby in the […] Written by Skip Cohen April 14, 2016April 14, 2016
Business The Biggest Mistakes I Made When Starting My Photography Business In this video, Lori will talk about the top 5 things she wishes she hadn’t done in her business. She doesn’t want you to make the same mistakes when starting your photography business. Written by Lori Nordstrom April 6, 2016April 6, 2016
Business Tax Write-offs You Can’t Afford to Forget Tax season is one of the most stressful times of the year for any sized business. Make sure you get all of the tax write-offs you can this year with Eric Michaels’s list of “7 tax write offs small business owners cant afford to miss.” Read his whole article at http://smallbiz.theupsstore.com/blog/small-business-blog/2014/12/30/7-tax-write-offs-small-business-owners-cant-afford-to-miss. Meals and entertainment Bank fees […] Written by Marathon Press January 26, 2016January 26, 2016
Business Marketing Keeping The Flame Alive “Why should I market?” is a question that many business owners ask and there is a very simple answer. In order for a flame to continue to stay lit it needs three things; fuel, oxygen and a spark. If you take one of those things away the flame goes out. Marketing creates the conditions under […] Written by Marathon Press December 16, 2015December 16, 2015
Business Marketing Social Media Must-Dos For Email Marketing Who wouldn’t want an inexpensive way to connect with their customers and raise their ROI? That is exactly what Email Marketing does! Email Marketing is engaging, inexpensive, easy to edit and a leading form of measurable marketing. Because Email marketing is so engaging, it leads to a higher ROI and a better relationship between you […] Written by Marathon Press November 17, 2015November 17, 2015
Business Marketing Social Media How to Improve Your Instagram When most people first hear the words “Social Media” they think about posting pictures and statuses to Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. While the primary function of these sites is to stay connected with friends and family members, these sites can also be a great place for you to expand your business. In her article, “8 Ways […] Written by Marathon Press November 3, 2015November 3, 2015
Business Marketing Promote Your Photography Business Online For Free! Marketing can be a very expensive part of your business, but it doesn’t have to be. There are many places online where you can promote your business for free! The Wix blog gives a few examples of these free online marketing platforms in their article, “8 Free Places to Promote Your Photography Business Online.” A few […] Written by Marathon Press October 28, 2015October 28, 2015
Business Social Media Technology Ways To Use Your Photos On Your Website It is so important to have an online presence in this digital age. Make sure that your photos are the center of attention on your website with these five tips Wix gives you in their article, “5 Better Ways to Use Photos on Your Website.” Super-Size Your Background -“This trend towards simplicity and sending a […] Written by Marathon Press October 21, 2015October 21, 2015
Business A Photographer is… A photographer is so much more than just someone who likes to take pictures of people, places, and things. In his article, “What are the Real Responsibilities of a Professional Photographer?”, James Maher gives the five things he believes every photographer is. A photographer is an artist and storyteller A photographer is a craftsperson A […] Written by Marathon Press October 13, 2015October 13, 2015
Business The 6 P’s of Selling Stepping into the pro photography world can be a terrifying process. You are no longer taking photos just because you like to. It is now your job to sell yourself, your art and make your clients happy. In her article “The 6 P’s Of Selling,” Kulia Kelleher discusses how to succeed in your business goals with […] Written by Marathon Press October 6, 2015October 6, 2015
