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Getting the Most from Professional Headshots

Getting the Most from Professional Headshots We’ve all been there. The boss announces a photographer is coming in to take new headshots and the apprehension is immediate. Many of us dread having our photo taken, especially when told to ‘smile’ on command. These days, the dreaded headshot doesn’t just sit on the office noticeboard; it[…]

The New Look Google+

The New Look Google+ Google+ has undergone a significant revamp, with a new, more mobile-friendly platform focusing on Communities and Collections. The platform’s developers have been busy gathering user feedback, visiting people and businesses to find out exactly what they want from Google+. Compared to social media giants like Facebook and Twitter, Google’s attempt to[…]

Effective Sales Techniques for Small Business Owners

Effective Sales Techniques for Small Business Owners I’ve been a sales professional for over 18 years and nearly five years ago, I started The Last Hurdle with no financial backing and in the middle of a recession. Today, we have offices in Moulton Park, Northampton, I employ a small team of experts and we’re expanding[…]

10 Ways to Make the Most of Your YouTube Channel

10 Ways to Make the Most of Your YouTube Channel Using your YouTube channel solely as a tool to embed videos on your website is a missed opportunity. YouTube, as the second most popular search engine globally, offers businesses a fantastic chance to reach and engage with potential customers in creative ways. Not only can[…]

A Guide to Using Facebook Ads

A Guide to Using Facebook Ads With over a billion active users globally, Facebook offers businesses an incredible opportunity to reach potential customers, grow brand awareness and increase revenue. In today’s “always-on” world, where people access products and services via smartphones and tablets, Facebook Ads provide an effective way to engage with your target markets.[…]

Loss Leaders and Small Businesses Don’t Mix

Loss Leaders and Small Businesses Don’t Mix Loss leaders and small businesses don’t mix. The idea sounds simple—take a perfectly good product, slash the price and offer it to potential customers. At first glance, it can seem like a good way to build a customer base, encouraging people to try your product or service and[…]

Social Media Platform of Choice

Social Media Platform of Choice For Jules, it’s Facebook. For me, it’s Twitter—our social media platforms of choice. Yes, we both use several platforms, but personally, I prefer the quick, concise nature of Twitter. I’m more inclined to use it to give a short update or have a browse to see what others are doing[…]

Fear Doesnt Stop Me

Fear Doesnt Stop Me Appearances can be so deceptive. We might look calm and collected on the outside, but underneath, our nerves and fears may be running riot. We all have our own hurdles that we need to ‘get over.’ Too often, our fears—whether rational or not—either prevent us from doing something or make it[…]

The Benefits Of Having Your Blog On Your Website

The Benefits Of Having Your Blog On Your Website For most savvy businesses, regular blogging is an essential part of their overall marketing strategy and a great way to engage customers. Without it, websites can become static and struggle to keep up with Google’s preference for fresh, updated content. There are several ways you can[…]

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