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Advice For Entrepreneurs
Not everyone is cut out to be in business. It takes a serious commitment of time and money and there’s no doubt your personal life will suffer, at least in the short term. If you feel compelled to take the plunge and start your own business, we offer the following bits of advice for entrepreneurs. Be Realistic About Money The most important thing to understand is how much money it’s going to take to carry your business until it brings in enough cash on its own. You need a solid business plan for generating and managing money. Don’t be afraid to get help with this if you need it. How much money do you have and how long will it carry you? Do you have enough to pay the rent and overhead for at least one year? The number one reason most start-ups fail is because they run out of cash – don’t become a statistic. Understand What Your Customers Need The key to your success lies with your customers. What problem are you going to solve for them and how are you going to do this differently or better than your competition? Make sure you talk to your customers now rather than later after you’ve spent all your money. Communicate Your Value Proposition If your value proposition is a well-kept secret, you’ve got a problem. You need to communicate your message in a clear, concise and compelling manner. Do your customers understand who you are and what value you bring to them? Make sure to use words that persuade your customers to take the action you want them to. Invest In Yourself Realize your business is your baby - that makes you the founder and the leader. Even if you have good ideas and the ability to execute them, you could still crash and burn if you lack people skills or if you have personal issues that need to be resolved. Invest in yourself and improve what needs to be made better. Fix what needs to be fixed so you don’t self-sabotage your dream. Your Word Is Your Bond If you make a commitment, you have to deliver no matter what happens. Not only is your business brand at stake, but your personal brand and reputation are at stake too. Poor business decisions could put your status as an entrepreneur at risk. Marketing Advice For Entrepreneurs Have A Good Marketing Plan Make sure you set aside enough money for marketing. It’s pretty hard for people to do business with you if they don’t know you exist. Remember, the last thing you should cut back on is marketing, even during lean times. Take Advantage of Online Marketing It doesn’t cost a lot to promote your business through online marketing and social media. However, while many companies have a web presence of some sort, it is surprising how many businesses don’t sell their products online. That’s money slipping through their fingers and a missed opportunity to gain new clients, especially younger ones. In an age where ‘Google’ is a verb, you have to make it easy for your customers to buy your products on your website. Your online marketing efforts will be available 24/7 and in addition, they will have a positive impact on your business for years to come if done properly. Lastly, remember to maximize the effectiveness of your web presence with your social media accounts.
Learn morePatriotic And Religious Stickers
We've been getting a lot of requests for patriotic and religious stickers lately. Emotions are running high since the last presidential election and it’s a good time to remember all the things we have in common, regardless of political affiliation. History of the US Motto In 2011, Congress voted to reaffirm In God We Trust as the national motto of the United States. This was partly a criticism of President Obama who said in Jakarta one year earlier, that the US national motto was E Pluribus Unum. While it is true that In God We Trust is the current official motto, E Pluribus Unum was the official motto in earlier times. It was adopted in 1782 and it is still found on the Great Seal of the United States. The Great Seal Soon after signing the Declaration of Independence, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson began work on the design of a seal and a motto for their new nation. Artist Eugène Pierre Du Simitière worked on the design with them. Several years and a number of committees later, Congress approved the final design which features an American bald eagle clutching thirteen arrows in one talon and an olive branch in the other, along with the official motto E Pluribus Unum. This original design is still in use today on the on the Great Seal of the United States. In God We Trust In God We Trust was first used on coinage during the Civil War. The motto originated with Secretary of the Treasury Salmon P. Chase when he asked Congress to pass a law to change the composition of the two-cent piece to include the motto In God we trust. Congress approved the change in 1864 and the motto eventually appeared on many U.S. coins and currencies. It was made the official motto in 1956 at the height of the Cold War, as the fear of communism swept the nation. On July 30, 1956, a law was passed stating "the national motto of the United States is hereby declared to be In God we trust. The House Judiciary Committee recognized that the phrase E Pluribus Unum had also received wide usage in the United States, and the joint resolution did not repeal or prohibit its use as a national motto. In 1963 the Department of State took the following position: In God we trust is the motto of the United States. It seems to the Department, nevertheless, that there is ample basis both in history and in law for calling E Pluribus Unum a motto of the United States. The Congress has used both. Patriotic And Religious Stickers Whether you prefer In God We Trust, E Pluribus Unum or another motto on your stickers, you’ve come to the right place. We make stickers in all sizes and shapes – just pick a shape and upload your artwork. Add a short message and you’re done.
Learn moreMarketing Ideas For Holidays For Small Business
Many businesses are planning a marketing campaign for the Thanksgiving holiday using only traditional media like postcards and flyers. That’s a mistake because stickers aren’t just for kids anymore. Good marketing ideas for holidays will drive sales up and boost your brand image. A quality sticker is usually viewed as a gift. That makes it harder to throw away than other promotional items like brochures and flyers. In addition, they are more engaging than a business card. Because stickers are powerful sales and identity building tools, they should be a part of your marketing program. Here are a few ways you can use stickers to boost your Thanksgiving holiday profits. Marketing Ideas For Holidays 1. Think outside the box and put attention-getting stickers in unexpected places. They grab your customer’s attention and they will stick in your customer’s minds. Here’s where imagination and ingenuity can beat out a bigger budget – think guerilla marketing. Vehicles, trash cans, public restrooms, walls, floors and ceilings – all are perfect places for this type of marketing. 2. Use cues and clues to drive sales. Use footprint stickers to help customers find deals or arrows that direct customers to areas where you have special discounts. 3. Use stickers to drive sales of related products that go together. Place color-coded discount stickers on components that go together to increase overall sales for example. 4. Use attention-getting stickers directly on products. Create stickers that show a features and benefits list, a call to action, or some other device. This will encourage customers to buy your product now. 5. Use stickers to build on existing sales. You could use an in-the-box sticker to entice customers to make another purchase. Some examples would be an extended warranty or a discount on the purchase of a related product. 6. Stickers are easy to share. If you create a campaign that is easy to share, you maximize the odds that your campaign will go viral . Remember, the large majority of consumers rely on word of mouth as the biggest influence in their purchasing decisions. Use Marketing Ideas That Work Politicians and savvy business people have been marketing with stickers for over half a century. Promotional stickers come in all shapes and sizes and can be applied to all sorts of things. They can be placed on bottles, equipment, vehicles, signs, phones, windows, people… almost anywhere. Most of all, stickers are long-lasting and have a low cost per impression. Take advantage of this powerful, low-cost marketing medium and order Stickers That Rock.
Learn morePersonalize Your Wedding And Make It A Special Day
There seems to be a million things to think of when you start to plan your big day. Just remember it’s easy to personalize your wedding day by making it more your own. From picking a date to sending out invitations, it’s important to add your personal touch to all aspects of the event. At Stickerbeat, we’d love to help and be part of your big day, so we’ve come up with a few ways to make sure you put your stamp on every piece of the event! How To Personalize Your Wedding 1. Save-the-Date Magnets Shake up the traditional save-the-date invitation and give your guests something different. Save-the-date magnets are practical and they’re guaranteed to remind your guests of when your special day is. Don’t like magnets - print off some personalized calendar stickers for your save-the-dates. 2. Create a Unique #hashtag Don’t forget about your social media addicted friends. Remind them of your special day with your own personal hashtag. It’s a guaranteed buzz-builder. 3. Add Personalized Labels to Guest Favors Give your guests something that will remind them of your wedding! Add personalized labels to your favors for that extra special touch. You can make labels for candy, gift bags, boxes, or any kind of personalized wedding gift. Need an idea? Try ‘Mint to Be’ mint cases or homemade jam! 4. Make a Custom CD of Your Favorite Songs Nothing is more personal than a soundtrack of your favorite songs. Order custom labels along with your stickers to create another long-term reminder of your special day. 5. Personalized Tumblers Whether you are planning a local wedding or a destination wedding, personalized tumblers are the perfect gift for your wedding party. Not only are they practical but they look great in pictures (and prevent spills). 6. Car Decals Here’s a twist on the traditional. Personalize your getaway car with temporary custom window decals. You will love them every time you look back on your pictures and videos of the event. 7. Custom Wine Labels Jazz up your tables by adding custom labels to your table wine. Not only will guests love them - they make wonderful keepsakes. Personalize Your Wedding To Make It Special When you do something to add your personal touch, always remember to tie it back to the overall wedding vision for consistency. Make sure some of the elements are consistent in all your items. Colors, fonts, the format of the date - all of these should have some consistent elements that tie it all together. Your wedding is a once in a lifetime event. By adding your personal touch to various parts of the event, you will make sure it will be a day you and your guests will never forget! Brides, remember you save 20% off all wedding related orders by using promo code BRIDE.
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Branding for small business is important - it tells people what they can expect from you and it differentiates you from your competitors. Your brand is what people think of when they hear your brand name. Are you just starting out or are you experienced and reliable? Do you provide exotic, high-cost products or do you deliver top quality at a reasonable price? You can't market yourself as both and it’s important that people know what they can expect from you. Branding For Small Business Here are a few questions to help you define your brand: Who are you and what do you do? What problem are you solving and how are you different from the competition? What’s in it for the client and why should they want to deal with you? Positioning Your Brand Unless you have a unique product that no one else has, you need to think about positioning. It is the place you want to own in your prospect’s minds – what you want them to think of when they think of your brand. Here are a few examples of positioning: Position based on benefit - Volvo: Safety Position based on the consumer -Pepsi: Pepsi Generation Position based on proposition -Burger King: Have it your way Position based on the competition -Seven-Up: The Un-cola Getting The Word Out Once you've defined your brand, you need to get the word out? Here are a few time-tested tips: Get a great logo and display it everywhere. Develop a good tagline. Write a short and meaningful statement that captures the essence of your brand. Choose something catchy so it’s easy to remember. Integrate your message. Be consistent in every aspect of your business. Your brand needs to carry through in everything you do. Advertise. They won’t come if they don’t know you exist. How Custom Stickers Help Build Your Brand Stickers deliver a high-impact and memorable message in a short period of time. That’s effective marketing and it delivers a big bang for the buck. Here are a few things to keep in mind when designing your stickers: Use templates for your marketing materials. Templates guarantee a consistent look and feel and they speed up the work process. You want to have a consistent look and feel to your business cards, your website and your social media pages. This is how you broadcast and repeat your message. Be genuine. You won’t get repeat business or customer referrals if you don't deliver on your brand promise. Be consistent. This is one of the most important things you can do. Your customers need to know what to expect or your attempts at establishing a brand will fail. Build Your Brand With Stickers That Rock! Why use stickers? Branding for small business is meant to increase the effectiveness of advertising and boost profits. Stickers are a brand marketer’s best friend. Stickerbeat stickers last for three to five years in outdoor use; they deliver a high-impact and memorable message in a short period of time. And, they’re cheap to make and fun to hand out. That’s effective marketing which means you’re getting a big bang for your advertising dollars. Stickers Are a Brand Marketer’s Best Friend Avoid Sticker Shock Use our templates to create your stickers and reduce the cost of creating your promotional materials. It’s quick and it’s easy. Build a buzz for your brand - order stickers that rock now!
Learn moreCustom Stickers For Your Political Campaign
With the US elections getting closer, it will soon be decision time on who to throw your support behind. Driving around the towns and cities, you will see more and more bumper stickers, window stickers with the names of politicians and catchy phrases that will either sway you to vote for a particular party or not vote for that political party. One thing is for sure: somebody is going to win and someone is going to lose. Americans love to love their politicians, as much as they love to hate them. An easy way to show your support for your politicians are by using custom stickers. Whether its bumper stickers for your car, stickers for your windows, laptops or customizing water bottles, what a great way to show off the politicians your supporting. Whether your the politician, the retired voter, or the college voter, making custom stickers for this years election is surely a very economical way to promote a campaign. Hand them out, or just stick them down to just about anything.
Learn moreStickers for Back to School
The back-to-school season is here and in full swing. Whether you're a parent, student, or teacher, what a great way to promote your school, team, or label your locker with stickers. Circle Stickers Great for: athletic helmets books lunch bags an "I Love you" sticker from Mom Bumper Stickers Team mascot sports teams sorority Clubs Die Cut Stickers special events sport teams school logos Sticker Sheets One of the most popular products for students. Students love their smartphones, desktops, and tablets. Use sticker sheets to custom order your favourite stickers and affix them to all your electronic devices. Stickers are a very affordable way for students, parents, and teachers to promote your school, team, or show off your personal devices.
Learn moreIntroducing Stickerbeat and custom stickers
Welcome to the Stickerbeat first blog. We are www.stickerbeat.com. The sticker part implies that we we print custom stickers. The beat part simply means that our stickers rock. We have been doing this for 30 years. We have done work for Molsons, Target, Walmart, Home Depot, Nike, Best Buy and on and on. We print custom stickers with 4 different high speed digital presses. When we started this gig, there was no digital presses, no internet, and we had no cell phones. We had a rotary phone!! But as the changes came we made sure we didn't skip a beat. We moved with the times and have been quick to adapt to all the new technologies that have come our way. It all began in 1986 when 2 elementary school buddies saved up enough money to buy a t-shirt printer and a computer signmaker all the while making enough room in the basement to start grinding it out. 30 years later, still together and having brought our kids onboard we are making a new launch into the e-commerce world. The kids tell us thats where its at. Who are we to disagree? We're ordering just about everything online ourselves. So with this e-commerce launch we have created our new user friendly site so that you can create and order your stickers, decals, and magnets right from your own computer and have it shipped to your door for free. We hope you enjoy browsing through our site as much as we enjoyed creating it. And please, let us know what you think.
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