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3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Ditching Print Marketing

Approach, Brand Strategy, Business Planning, Marketing, Print Marketing

It’s incredible to think of how far the marketing world has come in just a short period of time. Just 15 years ago social media didn’t even exist. Most small businesses didn’t have their own website and the thought of blogging as a full-time job was ludicrous. During this time, print was still an important […]

Responding with Confidence: 5 Tips for Better Social Media Engagement

Approach, Brand Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Strategize

Navigating the waters of social media can be nothing short of treacherous. How you respond can make all the difference in the effectiveness of your social media efforts. Better engagement on social media can open many doors to building your brand. It can increase customer loyalty, attract more people to your online profiles and offer […]

Why Your Logo Isn’t Working And How to Fix It

Approach, Brand Strategy, Creative Development

The logo is often your first impression to the world. It is what sets the tone for what your company, product, and brand are all about. It lets others know what you stand for and what they can expect from you. Unfortunately, many business owners don’t commit the time or resources necessary to create a […]

What No One Tells You About Marketing Automation

Approach, Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Strategize

Automation is one of the easiest ways to keep a marketing program chugging along. In a fast-paced world, it can offer a quick solution for streamlining and tracking the most basic marketing tasks. Its increase in popularity has allowed companies to customize their content using more behavior-related triggers. Marketing automation software has also created a way […]

4 Blogging Shortcuts You’ll Regret Later

Approach, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Web Development, Writing

When building a brand, blogging can be a great way to get your name in front of potential customers. It offers fresh content that not only captures the attention of your target audience but also that of popular search engines like Google and Bing. While the benefits of blogging for increased visibility are substantial so […]

How Hyperlocal Advertising Grows Small Business

Approach, Marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Strategize

How focused are your marketing efforts? If you run a small business without a large online consumer base, it’s critical that any marketing efforts you put forth are hitting their intended target. This is where hyperlocal advertising comes into play. The marketing world is full of buzzwords. At first glance, the term hyperlocal may seem […]

THE TOP WEBSITE MUST DO TIPS IN 2016

Approach, Creative Development, Evolve, Strategize, Web Development

1. Is your website Responsive for mobile devices? More and more users are reaching for their smartphones and tablets before they open up their laptop or desktop computers. Simply put, it’s easier, quicker, more accessible to do a quick search on your phone while you’re thinking of it rather than to try to remember when […]

4 Types of Questions Every Good Survey Needs

Analytics, Approach, Marketing Surveys, Writing

A well-crafted survey can be a great way to learn more about your customer. It can offer invaluable insight into the minds of your target audience while helping to guide and focus your business’ main objectives. Here are 4 types of questions your next survey should include: 1. Simple Questions To keep people motivated to […]

Integrated Marketing: What It Means for Your Small Business

Approach, Business Planning, Market Research, Marketing

In the past, small businesses had it pretty easy when it came to planning their marketing approach. There were fewer options to choose from and most of them were based on local advertising. Radio ads and mailed coupons were the standard fixtures in these campaigns. With online advertising becoming increasingly important and relevant to today’s […]

How to Select the Right Online Tools

Approach, Market Research

Today’s marketers are fortunate to have a wealth of great online tools available to them. From those focused on keyword optimization to ones that help manage your email strategy, these aides can be instrumental in keeping your marketing plan on track in 2016. But along with many options also comes the difficulty in selecting the […]

What People Say

Grand Marketing Solutions is among the very best for creative ideas and insightful marketing strategies to change your business. The team at Grand Marketing Solutions have taken creative marketing and a solutions driven strategy to a new level. They have helped me re-define our firms focus and strategies. The team at Grand Marketing Solutions is among the very best to help small and mid-market companies. Karl Hofmeier and the team at Grand Marketing Solutions are a tremendous resource for companies that are seeking to grow their revenues and increase profits. Simply, an excellent company that delivers value to your business.

- Berk

I have called upon Grand Marketing Solutions to provide various web and design based services to several of my clients. In every instance, I have found Grand Marketing Solutions to be client focused, extremely responsive and cost and value conscious. I am happy to recommend Grand Marketing Solutions to my clients as a valuable resource and extension of the strategic services I provide.

- Dennis

Grand Marketing Solutions has been very effective for us. They are the right size firm with the right mix of talents. They spruced up our logo, redesigned our web site, printed new literature, and worked smoothly with our people.

- Bill

Before starting Business Image Magazine, I met with dozens of graphic designers/printers and worked with a couple before I met Karl Hofmeier of Grand Marketing Solutions. I heard Karl speak at a networking event and was impressed with his expertise. Since then, Grand Marketing Solutions has become my one stop shop for marketing advice, graphic design, printing, website design and maintenance. The service is second to none and I am happy to refer all my clients and prospects to him.

- Tom

We are proud to be partners with GMS. As an entrepreneur and small business owner, I value a relationship with a partner who is cut from the same mold. Grand Marketing Solutions understands what it takes to keep our company competitive in a ever changing market. They ask the right questions and treat our business as it was their own. With Grand Marketing Solutions as our partner we can focus on our core business while they execute on our marketing strategy. We've been with a handful of marketing firms over the years. Some were large, some were small, but none of them have had the impact that Grand Marketing Solutions has.

- Rob

It has been a pleasure working with GMS. They are knowledgeable, professional and prompt. I will continue to use their services and recommend them to clients, associates and friends.

- Bryan

We are proud to be partners with GMS. As an entrepreneur and small business owner, I value a relationship with a partner who is cut from the same mold. Grand Marketing Solutions understands what it takes to keep our company competitive in a ever changing market. They ask the right questions and treat our business as it was their own. With Grand Marketing Solutions as our partner we can focus on our core business while they execute on our marketing strategy. We have been with a handful of marketing firms over the years. Some were large, some were small, but none of them have had the impact that Grand Marketing Solutions has.

- Rob

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