Tag Archives: Holidays

How The Holidays Change Consumer Behavior

by Laurie Sullivan@lauriesullivan, October 3, 2016 Searches, media consumption and social sharing increase during the holidays as pictures, videos and gift-giving ideas are researched and shared. Most consumers will spend more time online, watch more TV, and go to the movies more often during the holiday season, according to the findings of a recent survey. … Continue reading How The Holidays Change Consumer Behavior →

Best Ways for Small Businesses to Plan for the Holidays

Smart Business Ideas

by Brian Stupp Follow @IOUFinancialSeptember 21, 2016 The holiday season means different things to business owners; while some experience a slow season, others have a surge in profits. Regardless, all small business owners need to prepare for this season, or your business could be negatively affected. Plan for Holiday Recognition and Marketing You must plan … Continue reading Best Ways for Small Businesses to Plan for the Holidays →

5 Things To Do During Holidays To Be Productive

Productivity

by Paul Keijzer Follow @Paul_KeijzerSeptember 15, 2016 Holidays are the perfect occasion to slow down and give yourself a break from corporate life. It allows you a chance to spend time with the people that matter the most – your family and friends – the people who you work so hard for. And while it’s … Continue reading 5 Things To Do During Holidays To Be Productive →

Email Marketing Management During the Holidays

Email Marketing Tools

by Rosa LippardAugust 20, 2016 As the Summer’s now in full swing, some of us may have experienced a slowdown in our email marketing with people taking time off for their family, holidays or computer games (you know who you are). Instead of watching cat videos or daydreaming of the pub garden, here’s a few … Continue reading Email Marketing Management During the Holidays →

How Small Businesses Can Make the Most of Year-Round Holidays

Small Business Marketing

by Andrew Gazdecki May 20, 2016 Follow @biznessappsMay 20, 2016 If you’re like us, Mother’s Day snuck up on you this year. It’s not just about showing appreciation for mom—it’s a big business. In the last decade, Mother’s Day spending has nearly doubled to 21.5 billion, and only about 2.5 billion of that is spent … Continue reading How Small Businesses Can Make the Most of Year-Round Holidays →

4 Ways to Keep Your Relationships Fresh Over the Holidays

Business Skills

by Susan Watkins December 23, 2015December 23, 2015 Yes, ladies and gentlemen, it’s that time of year! The winter holiday season is upon us! This means taking a few days off from work, singing some festive songs, and avoiding too much eggnog at the work party. Even though you may be taking some time off … Continue reading 4 Ways to Keep Your Relationships Fresh Over the Holidays →

Why Your Reviews Matter More During The Holidays

Reviews

by Paul Mauer December 21, 2015December 21, 2015 We’ve all done it – checked online reviews before choosing a restaurant, picking a plumber, or booking a hotel. While reputations can be earned (and destroyed) on customer-centric platforms like Yelp, Angie’s List, Google, and Facebook 365 days a year, during the holiday season, those reviews can … Continue reading Why Your Reviews Matter More During The Holidays →

How to Go Full Throttle in Business for the Holidays

Business Effectiveness

by Emelina Spinelli December 16, 2015 Follow @ecspinelliDecember 16, 2015 If you’ve been in business for any amount of time, you know that everyone says that “business slows down for the holidays.” Since I was young, I heard that “business is a roller coaster” and “when it’s good it’s good, and when it’s not…” Well, … Continue reading How to Go Full Throttle in Business for the Holidays →

3 Grinch Approved Emails for the Holidays

Email Marketing

by Megan Smith December 11, 2015December 11, 2015 It’s finally December and you know what that means… it’s officially and socially acceptable to listen to your holiday playlist on Spotify! While this is obviously one of the most exciting things about December, cue Mariah, this time of year also means that holiday email campaigns are … Continue reading 3 Grinch Approved Emails for the Holidays →

Organize Finances Before the Holidays

Holiday Season

by Robert Gloer December 6, 2015 Follow @IOUFinancialDecember 6, 2015 It happens every year. The holiday season is suddenly upon you, and yet your business is not in optimal condition to take full advantage of this very special time of the year – shopping season! Getting an Early Jump The best way to extract maximum … Continue reading Organize Finances Before the Holidays →