Two things marketers can learn from the 2013 Superbowl

Originally written for credit union marketers and posted on the Kansas Credit Union Association's website, but any small business, nonprofit or other small organization could use these tips. Super Bowl Sunday has come and gone. With half of the nation watching for the game, and the other half only for the commercials, it can be … Continue reading Two things marketers can learn from the 2013 Superbowl

Storytelling: Great PR

Originally published on CUinsight.com, a credit union and financial news media site. Although this is geared toward how credit unions can use storytelling as an outreach tactic, any organization can benefit from telling your customer's or member's stories. The American Red Cross has proved it’s a networked nonprofit that has embraced new technologies and knows … Continue reading Storytelling: Great PR

Customer service in a social world

In the old days, customer service meant a friendly, knowledgeable employee helping a customer in person or on the phone. Wikipedia says customer service " is a series of activities designed to enhance the level of customer satisfaction..." Fast forward...in addition to in-person and telephone customer service, businesses are now expected to be available via … Continue reading Customer service in a social world

Hey stranger, let’s connect!

Lately I’ve heard from some “friends” that I didn’t even know I had. Weird, huh? They find me on LinkedIn, and then indicate that I am a “friend” and want to add me to their network. I get that you want to increase your network. All the experts say to do it now, so you’ll … Continue reading Hey stranger, let’s connect!

Rethink your website

What’s the first page people see when they come across your website? Your homepage? Maybe, but maybe not. You see, when people are searching for something, like a home loan or free checking account, the search results won’t take that person to your homepage, it will take them to the page with the information that … Continue reading Rethink your website