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Five reasons to use video in your marketing
If you’ve been around Starfish Marketing for a while, you might remember that we used to use video quite a bit. Then, like many business owners, it slowly dropped off the list. Not because it didn’t work, but because, well, time. Between client work, strategy sessions, and everything else that comes with running a […]
My favourite “free” social media tools
I love social media and all the opportunities (and fun) it brings. And because I love to share the love, and my mission is to make a difference (one starfish at a time), here are my favourite social media tools. Freebie Alert! Most of these tools have both free and paid versions, so you […]
6 Marketing Tips for Social Media in 2023
Where to start! It’s no secret that social media is constantly changing. What works today might not work tomorrow, which is why it’s so important to be strategic about all your marketing, including social media. So, here are 6 marketing tips for social media that you can use to make sure your marketing is […]
Understanding the 7 Ps of Marketing
A jargon free zone Marketing is essential for any business, but it can be especially important for small businesses. Why? Because small businesses often have limited budgets and need to make every marketing dollar count. That’s where understanding the 7 Ps of marketing come in. Now before you clock out and think […]
Why Knowing Your Target Market Is So Important
There’s a lot of talk these days about target markets and ideal clients. You may be wondering what all the fuss is about, and why knowing your target market is so important. The truth is, if you want your business to be successful, you need to understand who your target market is. And you need […]
5 creative marketing ideas for small businesses
Marketing on a budget Don’t have a large marketing budget? No problem! There are plenty of creative marketing ideas that can get your business noticed on a shoestring budget. Here 5 creative marketing ideas for small businesses: 1. Get involved in your community One great way to market your small business is to get […]
Five of the Most Effective Digital Marketing Strategies for Your Business
Five of the Most Effective Digital Marketing Strategies for Your Business Digital marketing is essential in today’s world As a business owner, you know that digital marketing is essential for success in today’s marketplace. But with so many different options available, it can be difficult to know which strategies will be the most effective for […]
Instagram and business: Is it worth it?
Should I be on Instagram for my business? As a business owner, you’re always looking for new ways to reach your target audience and grow your business. Instagram has over 1 billion monthly active users, so it’s no surprise that it’s one of the most popular social media platforms out there. But is it really […]
5 Tips for Making Your Marketing Happen
Do you struggle with making your marketing happen? If you’re like most business owners, you know that marketing is important. But maybe what you don’t know is how to make your marketing happen. I hear it all the time. “I just don’t know where to start, what to do, or how to make my marketing […]
6 ways to make the most of your Social Media
6 ways to make the most of your social media Do you know how to make the most of your social media? Social Media – we all know we should be on it but how do you stand out from the crowd? Here are six ways to help you connect and engage with your ideal […]
3 ways to market your business
3 ways to market your business What to focus on With so many options and ways to market your small business, it can be hard to know what to focus on. If you’re not sure how to market your business, here are three ways. Make sure you have a website Make the most of social […]
Get on page one of Google
6 freebies to help you get on page one of Google There’s a joke that asks, “Where should you bury something you don’t want people to find?” The answer is “On the second page of Google.” Think about that. How often do you search for something and click on one of […]
Play where your ideal customer is playing on the socials
Where should I play? One of the questions I get asked a lot is ‘How do I know which social media platforms I should be on?” In other words, where should you play? The most important thing here is play where your ideal customer is playing. So, how do you […]
Four reasons brand is important
Your brand is more than a logo. There are a number of reasons your brand is important. And having brand consistency throughout every aspect of your business is vital. Over the next few weeks we are going to take you through the steps to create brand consistency throughout your business. Starting with four reasons your […]
The difference between Facebook advertising and boosting posts
What’s the difference between Facebook advertising and boosting posts? Warning – this blog comes with a rant! Do you boost your Facebook posts? If so, please, please, please stop it. And stop it now. If you’re going to spend money on Facebook, spend it on proper ad campaigns that will actually deliver you some […]
The basics of setting up a Facebook Ad
The basics of setting up a Facebook ad The most important thing in setting up a Facebook ad is to identify the goal. What do you want to achieve? If you don’t know what you want to achieve, then how will you know if your ad is successful or not. You should also know your […]
How to create your content
How to create your content If you love creating stuff, this is probably the funnest part of content marketing (yes, funnest isn’t technically a word but sometimes you just have to break the rules). Before you get to the fun though, make sure you’ve got your content strategy and content plan in place. If you […]
Building your content plan
Building your content plan Building your content plan might seem overwhelming, but it can actually be pretty easy. First, make sure you’ve got your content strategy in place. If you haven’t done that yet, check out our previous articles on Great Content Can Help Grow Your Business and Creating Your Content Strategically. If you’ve already […]
Creating content strategically
Creating your content strategically Are you creating your content strategically? Last week we talked about three ways great content can help you grow your business. However, the trick is you need to have a strategy behind creating that great content! Your content strategy is different to your content plan. Your content plan is more along […]
Content is King
Three reasons to use email marketing
Three reasons to use email marketing Email marketing is dead! You hear it all the time, but in reality, it’s not the case. When done right, email is one of the most cost-effective ways to connect with your existing and potential clients and customers. According to Campaign Monitor, “Email marketing is the king of the […]
Nine free things to help you with your marketing
A while back (2019) I met with Jade, a local business owner, comedian, student (then studying her MBA) and wearer of many hats. Like a lot of us, Jade likes to do things herself. However she was feeling frustrated with her marketing. We had a catch up to see how starfish marketing might help, […]
Finding your right marketing platforms
Finding your right marketing platforms If you’re hearing that you must be doing all the socials, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, LinkedIn, etc and you’re feeling overwhelmed, give yourself a break. Why? Because you really only need to focus on where your market is. And your market (your ideal customer) isn’t going to everywhere. Most likely they’re […]
How to schedule Facebook posts
How to schedule Facebook posts Are you spending too much time manually posting on Facebook? Scheduling your Facebook posts can save you a stack of time. And time is money. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to schedule your Facebook posts. Step 1 – Create your posts Go to your business page Click on the […]