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While we’re still a ways from Labor Day, for some kids, the end of summer is near. Many K-12 schools across the country begin school soon, and most colleges classes begin at the end of the [...]

A-frame signs can be great attention grabbing and traffic driving tactics. The chalk board versions are great as you can change the message daily. Well executed a-frame signs positioned correctly [...]

When is the last time you attended the grand opening of something? (Your own events don’t count!) Or, except for a hot movie or concert ticket, waited in line to be the first to buy [...]

Are you thinking about opening a new restaurant? Or, are you in the process of planning the grand opening of your new restaurant concept? If so, we’re sure you’ve got plenty on your [...]

Opening a new store? There is a great awareness-building article posted by Scott Kuhn on the International Association of Franchisees and Dealers website. It covers the basics and benefits of [...]

I was recently reminded of the power of a simple, inexpensive and easy marketing tool – the t-shirt. At a Wine Bloggers Conference in Oregon, we visited Willamette Valley Vineyards. [...]

Small businesses across the country are about to celebrate Independence Day with their customers with unique and fun promotions. Here are some to spark ideas of your own. Serving Those Who Serve [...]

In our Trends & Tours Series, we’ve talked about Store Tours and Friending the Competition as ways to keep up with the competition and get ideas for your business. But to really get a [...]