Tag Archives: reputation

Names you shouldn’t call yourself

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Jon Stow

It is no secret that I don’t like the term “social media expert“. You can’t be an expert on a vast subject and know everything that is going on. You have to be a specialist in some areas, know how … Continue reading →

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Emulating and bettering the best in business

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Jon Stow

  Cyber wars There was an interesting take recently on the Apple v Samsung wars, in which accuse the other of violating their intellectual property particularly with regard to mobile or cell phones. Apple had a really big win on … Continue reading →

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Sales and marketing and the butcher’s apostrophe

Posted on September 2, 2012 by Jon Stow

It is always dangerous to write about grammar, spelling and punctuation. We all make the occasional mistake. In writing a blog post like this we’re all allowed the odd contraction (see?) to be more conversational than we might be in … Continue reading →

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Do you really have a business? Part 2

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Jon Stow

Out in the country Last time I discussed the problems for a catering-type business in town, in part limited by the premises and the high rents. At least if they had proper footfall they could make money with the right … Continue reading →

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Why consistency and continuity of service is important

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Jon Stow

  Shopping for essentials As consumers, when we are out shopping we have an expectation of what we can buy. We do not like to be disappointed to find that what we want we can no longer get. At our … Continue reading →

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Do I deserve to be whipped?

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Jon Stow

Out and about I am about on social networks mainly for marketing purposes. At least that was how it was in the beginning. However, having built relationships on-line, some become friendships on-line or off-line. I enjoy discussions in various forums, … Continue reading →

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Amateur emails addresses and unbusinesslike appearance

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Jon Stow

Starting in business we are eager to get our telephone number found and to have all lines of communication open. After all, what we need is customers, and if no one can contact us we will not get any. Right … Continue reading →

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Low value clients

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Jon Stow

When you start out in business for yourself and are providing a service, there is a temptation to take on any client thinking it is all grist to the mill. Each new client will bring in a bit more money. … Continue reading →

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Mind control? It’s your business.

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Jon Stow

  Mind your own business The great thing about having a business is that it really is your business. How you run it is your business too. Now I am assuming that you will know when you need advice from … Continue reading →

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Plumbing the depths and ruining a business reputation

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Jon Stow

  Less than professional While I am talking about reputations, which I was the other day, have you noticed the comment threads on some of the professional websites? Often one can have a perfectly well-chosen and appropriate piece ultimately damaged … Continue reading →

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