United By Local United By Local is a community created to help local business owners outwit failure, rebuild their dwindling customer base and succeed in these uncertain times brought about by the internet and technology. As local business owners, we are immersed in a technology tsunami.
Finding Certainty in Uncertain Times
Finding Certainty in Uncertain Times Uncertain about what direction to take your local business amid this technology tsunami we as local owners find ourselves facing? You’re not alone. The internet has forever changed how local consumers shop. Delivering a devastating blow to local businesses
Technology Is Not About Software, It’s About People
Technology Is Not About Software, It’s About People Successful local owners look at their business through the lens of their customers. By starting there, they are able to implement a strategy that enables team members companywide to deliver the same level of service which strengthens customer
How to Optimize LinkedIn Profile
LinkedIn is undoubtedly the best social media platform for business professionals to network and demonstrate their expertise. Any professional serious about building their online presence will have a LinkedIn account and actively use the platform for expanding their business network. The first
5 Critical Things You 5 Critical Things You Must Do Quickly If Your Business Has a Negative Online Review
5 Critical Things You Must Do Quickly If Your Business Has a Negative Online Review Here is where the review process goes wrong. People are busy unless your customer is an avid reviewer once they receive your product or service and pay, they consider the transaction complete. They ordered you
Capturing Your Share of Today’s Huge Online Marketplace
Capturing Your Share of Today's Huge Online Marketplace Many local business owners are beginning to realize that shopping trends are changing, and today's consumers often turn to the internet to find the goods and services they need. Of course, in order to capture a share of this huge
Direct Mail the Most Reliable Local Business Advertising Media
Direct Mail - The Most Reliable Local Business Advertising Media So who uses direct mail? This may surprise you but large online sites like Google and 1-800-Flowers mail millions of pieces of direct mail each year. Savvy business owners achieve greater success when they blend both online and