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3 Marketing Mistakes Small Businesses Should Avoid
Small businesses cannot afford marketing that tries to reach everyone without a clear reason to respond. A practical plan starts with the customer, the goal and the resources available.
Choosing channels before the audience
Start by defining who needs the product, where they live and what problem the business solves. Then choose the channels most likely to reach them.
Treating every channel separately
Print, search, social and the website should reinforce the same offer and brand. Disconnected campaigns make it harder for customers to recognize and trust the business.
Stopping before familiarity develops
One advertisement rarely builds a market position. Use a realistic schedule, track response and improve the message instead of changing direction after every campaign.