With the vast majority of businesses maintaining an email newsletter strategy, email marketing remains enormously popular. It is cheap and fairly uncomplicated, and it presents an exceptionally high return on investment compared to almost every other area of digital marketing. However, given that some 100 billion business emails (many of them spam) are sent out…
Contrary to what the doomsayers might claim, email remains the preferred way for businesses to keep in contact with both other businesses and consumers. In fact, email as a medium for direct communication is actually growing, with more businesses investing in an email marketing campaign than ever before. Small, local businesses can also enjoy the…
The Internet has reached maturity, but search engine optimization (SEO) continues to evolve as new applications for online technology emerge. Mobile devices are changing the way that website visitors consume content while traditional desktops remain relevant for content creation. Search engines continue to favor activity on social media through shares, mentions, and links. Below is…
In a time where brand awareness is everything, social media is giving small businesses a big voice. By engaging with the community in a friendly, informative or fun way, you can connect directly with the people who really matter. For a little time, and a very small amount of money, you can achieve the sort…
LMS Solutions, Inc. CEO and President David Akers has been named Chairman of the Perkiomen Valley Chamber of Commerce. The PV Chamber has been “Minding Your Business” for more than 50 years! The Perkiomen Valley is the beneficiary of many diverse businesses, excellent school systems, dedicated government officials and community-minded residents. In addition, there are many…
No matter what business you are in, you are in the customer service business. Without customers, your business wouldn’t exist. If you’re thinking that just because you don’t work in retail or ever have any contact with a customer you shouldn’t have to worry about customer service, you’re making a big mistake. Whether you’re…
Social media marketing is one of the most effective ways to market your business online. Compared to SEO and standard marketing efforts, social media provides a stable, direct avenue of interacting with your fans. It’s practically a fact that businesses with strong social media presences experience steadier growth than businesses that lack it. But social…
It goes without saying that time is a precious commodity for every professional, but this is especially the case for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Limited access to staff and corporate resources combined with packed schedules often mean that there just aren’t enough hours in the day to get absolutely everything done. How do other…
Expos can be a great marketing tool and an effective way to gain positive exposure for your company or product. But if you’re new to the world of expos and trade shows, it can also be intimidating and potentially overwhelming. Here are ten tips to help newbies have a terrific expo experience. 1. Identify Three…
LMS Solutions, Inc. was recognized as the Small Business of the Year by the Perkiomen Valley Chamber of Commerce at the PV Stars, Best of the Valley event. The award was presented at the First Annual Chamber “Gala of the Stars”, held at River Crest Country Club in Collegeville. President and CEO, David Akers, was…