How to put the boss "on video". Cost effective brand marketing.

by Mary Coombs on November 29,2017

Brand marketing starts at the top.

A simple talking head video message, done authentically, and with just the right touch of charm or charisma, is the most cost effective marketing you can do.

Put it right in the middle of your most relevant web page. Promote it socially. Make it available to investors, partners, customers, new hires, employees. What’s this company about? What’s the boss say and think?

People with any serious interest in your company will watch this video. Period.

How much time does success take?

by Mary Coombs on November 22,2017

IN the business or...ON the business?

CEO prospects of Coombs Marketing, almost ALWAYS ask some version of this question:

"How much of my time will you need to work with us?"

That's an interesting question, and one that's not easy to answer on a first call (and sometimes on subsequent calls). The question I want to ask in return is,

"Are you getting the results you want?"

Because it's not about time. It's about value. What is worth more than attracting, converting, closing and delighting your customers? 

Can you think of a better way to invest your time?

So will it take some time? Yes. And it ...

Is your website secure? - Why it REALLY matters

by Mary Coombs on November 15,2017

WIth all the online security issues these days, people may be nervous about giving your website any of their information - and with good reason. Trust is the foundation of a your relationship with your visitors, and customers. They have to know they can trust your site.

We see a lot of small businesses who's sites are not secure. They MUST be secured and fast!

The Whys and Hows of it are...

Want 67% more online leads per month? THIS is why you need a blog.

by Katie Coombs on November 7,2017

You don’t see a value in blogging for business.  I get it.  There are a TON of people out there who just don’t see a point to it all.  To you, your website is more like a business card.  It’s a static entity that doesn’t change often – if ever.  You’ve got your keyword strategy mostly buttoned up and you “think” you’re good to go.  People will find you, they’ll love what they see and POOF – you’ll attract tons of online leads and new clients.                 

Qualified online leads increase by 451%

by Katie Coombs on November 3,2017

So, your existing ROCKSTAR marketing efforts aren’t having the same impact they once had? If you’re using the same marketing channels you’ve always used, but you’re just not achieving the desired results, perhaps it’s time to adjust not only your strategy, but the entire way you look at marketing as a whole.

A few stats to consider:*

  • Businesses that use marketing automation to nurture prospects experience a 451increase in qualified leads. (Source: The Annuitas Group).