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Gun Dealers: A Complete Guide to Selling Firearms Online

Black Tie Digital Marketing — Tue, 31 Dec 2019 21:14:25 GMT

Selling firearms online is a polarizing topic. It can be jarring to the uninformed public that weapons are available for sale on the internet. However, selling firearms online is a great way for manufacturers and dealers to provide their products to qualified citizens that would otherwise be unable to get access to them through their local gun dealer. But, it’s not as easy or simple as ordering toilet paper on Amazon. Manufacturers know that they must continue to follow strict laws and regulations while selling firearms on the digital frontier; however, 3rd party policies can make setting up your online firearm store difficult and can greatly affect your strategy and grow your business.

Sales: From Robotic Cold Calls to Warm Connections

Rae Arthurs — Wed, 29 May 2019 19:28:36 GMT

Imagine sitting at your desk and the phone rings from a number in your area. You answer, the caller on the other end has the green light and starts their script by butchering your name. Your immediate reaction? Hang up or ask to be removed from the list. Buyers have evolved to know the signs of a cold call and aren’t buying it anymore. What’s crazy is buyers used to listen to these sales pitches! Why? Because they didn’t know any better.

BLACK TIE GUIDE TO FACEBOOK BEST PRACTICES

steve@blacktiedigital.com (Steve Buck) — Tue, 19 Jun 2018 22:01:23 GMT

Facebook is one of the most effective ways to reach your customers and drive conversions. However, using Facebook as a business is much different than a personal Facebook account. By following a few best practices you can harness the power of Facebook for your business.

Should I Blog as a Business?

Black Tie Digital Marketing — Thu, 08 Mar 2018 14:00:00 GMT

Why does the Cheerios brand have a blog? What could a cereal possibly have to say to its audience? You might be surprised.

Is Your Online Presence Hurting Your Business?

Black Tie Digital Marketing — Tue, 06 Mar 2018 14:00:00 GMT

Just because you have an online presence doesn't mean it's a good one! As a matter of fact, having a bad online presence can help to ruin a brand just as quickly as it builds one up. A bad brand online gives angry customers easy access to review sites, and they can direct more angry people right to your digital front door.

Is Your Business Growth Being Limited By Your Website?

Black Tie Digital Marketing — Thu, 01 Mar 2018 14:00:00 GMT

Business owners know that it is not enough to offer a product or service. You also have to promote it via various channels in order for prospects to hear about it. Successful marketing teams use a combination of channels to spread the word about their business and what they are selling. While it use to be the calling card or business card that legitimized businesses, these days it is having a website that has somewhat replaced business cards. In general, most people think that having a website is a signal that your company is legit.

How to Pick a Digital Marketing Agency

Black Tie Digital Marketing — Tue, 27 Feb 2018 14:00:00 GMT

Even marketing agencies hire marketing agencies as a cost effective ad army - why are you still trying to do everything in house? The second that you give your employees a chance to specialize, their morale and efficiency will shoot through the roof. Your question should be how to pick the right digital marketing agency.

Are You Creating Content Consistently? If Not, You Should. Here’s Why…

Black Tie Digital Marketing — Thu, 22 Feb 2018 14:00:00 GMT

This year, content is still king. Moreover, no one is even close to taking the crown.

2018 Digital Marketing Strategy for the Small to Medium Sized Business

Black Tie Digital Marketing — Tue, 20 Feb 2018 14:00:00 GMT

You’ve gotten things rolling last year and are ready to take your business to the next level. Website? Check. Social media? Check. Digital marketing strategy? Well…

10 Ways to Grow Your Business Through Digital Marketing

Black Tie Digital Marketing — Thu, 15 Feb 2018 14:00:00 GMT

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