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Social Media – the good, the bad, the ugly

kimb — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:32:24 +0000

It has been a very interesting few weeks for me in regards to social media. It has reiterated to me the power that comes with using social media, and the choice that you, the media or a company has in…

A letter to small businesses

kimb — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:44:08 +0000

Dear Small Business Owner:

There are companies thriving in this economy, including many small businesses. In a highly competitive market, effective marketing can make a huge difference in the bottom line and contribute to a strong bottom line. There are…

Becoming Elite

kimb — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:30:19 +0000

West Michigan based Elite Masonry needed to expand their presence through the launch of a new website and social media initiatives. 834 worked with Elite Masonry on setting up hosting, platform, development and design of the website as well as…

The Vignette Group

kimb — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 16:59:03 +0000

The team at 834, worked on a logo, website and set-up of social media networks for a newly formed marketing organization called the Vignette Group.

The Vignette Group is where experienced marketing executives gather for a positive, high level idea…

Small Business Marketing Tips

kimb — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:42:55 +0000

You’re a small business and money is tight (or non-existent), so what do you do to increase your company’s visiblity? Here are a few tips that are tried and tested. (How do we know? We do it.)

Get Involved: Join…

Celebrating Grand Rapids’ History

admin — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 14:50:39 +0000

In November of 2011, the West Michigan based law firm, Smith Haughey Rice Roegee will be moving into the historical Flat Iron Building in downtown Grand Rapids. The project includes approximately 26,600 square feet with the ground floor housing a…

Using social media to communicate your brand

admin — Tue, 25 May 2010 22:04:38 +0000

As I sit here putting the finishing touches on my presentation for the Kalamazoo Business Expo tomorrow (nothing like waiting til the last moment), I realize how much information is out there on branding and social media.

So in an…

Marketing Yourself & Your Business

admin — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:56:26 +0000

I am looking forward to participating in a panel discussion through the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce titled “Marketing Yourself & Business”.

The topic could not be more timely, as many small businesses are struggling to determine the value in…