Running a business online

Reward Loyal Customers Say thanks to loyal customers by giving them a gift, special offer, or other kind of reward. The reward could be physical, such as a sample of your products, or virtual, like points that can be collected to purchase a product or service in the future. Whatever it is, it pays to say thanks! … [Read more...] about How to Improve Customer Loyalty for your Small Business Online

Optimising really boils down to a brand’s ability to score more views and run at a website’s complete capability from start to finish. If that is to be adhered to in every sense of the word, then multimedia integration is incredibly valuable by keeping visitors on the page longer and increasing the chances of search engines locating your page where it matters. … [Read more...] about How to optimise your business online

Using Google AdWords contextual adverting aimed at Russian speakers has no significant differences to its English language version. Russian tends to use longer words than English, and as a result, the adverts need to be shorter. It is also important to pay attention to the correct usage of cases and endings. … [Read more...] about How To Promote Business Online In Russia

4. Launch e-Commerce Tools & Reservation/Appointment Options Consumers are increasingly making purchases online, so it’s important that your business consider offering your products and services there as well. While adding e-commerce to your site requires an investment, it may be well worth the cost in the long run, attracting new customers who may not be willing to come to your actual stores or prefer to make an immediate purchase from the comfort of their own home. … [Read more...] about 5 Tips To Get Your Local Business Online In 2011

Lu’s first day at Microsoft will be Jan. 5, 2009. In his role running the Online Services Group, he will oversee several groups including the Advertiser & Publisher Solutions business, managed by Scott Howe who was promoted to corporate vice president; the Online Audience business, managed by Senior Vice President Yusuf Mehdi; OSG Research & Development, managed by Senior Vice President Satya Nadella; and OSG Finance, managed by Rik van der Kooi who was promoted to corporate vice president. … [Read more...] about Dr. Qi Lu Named To Run Microsoft’s Online Services Group; McAndrews Departs