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Social media SEO trends heading into 2019

There’s been talk about social media as a ranking factor for a long time. In 2010, Google said social media was a ranking factor (that means if you're on social media, your website will generally show above similar businesses who aren't on social media - at least in 2010). In 2014, the same search engine said that social media probably isn’t a ranking factor. "Probably" being the key word...
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Connect with your clients seamlessly with action links

Websites are built to get visitors to take action. In today’s world, this is not just about getting them to click on links or fill out a form. There are many more actions you can encourage your visitors to do. Here's the top of the list when it comes to generating actions from your visitors: Click-to-Call Call your business with one click, through phone links Add phone links without having to...
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There’s plenty of advantages when it comes to webmail (web based email)

As you may know, there are two popular ways to access email – through webmail (such as the webmail service that comes with every website hosting and email hosting package we provide at O’Brien Media) and with email clients such as Outlook, Thunderbird or Windows Mail. Webmail is generally an easier way to get started as there’s nothing to install on your PC, Mac or Smartphone and you...
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Print spotlight: Why do business cards work?

In a world where new marketing options are presented to us every day, one of the biggest challenges faced by marketing professionals is what to choose and what to leave as white noise. Through thick and thin, the humble business card has remained strong and ever-present. With over 90,000 searches a month for ‘business cards’, it looks as though they’re not only here to stay, but also are...
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Get your business with Branded wall planners

The smart use of branded 2017 wall planners will keep you at the forefront with your clients and promote your brand to everyone in their office for a whole year. With prices starting from £33.60 for 10 and discounts for larger quantities they are one of the most cost effective business promotional items and make great giveaways at events and to send out to customers as a "thank you" gift this...
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New reduced rates for our Website Support and Website Support+ packages

We've reduced our prices for our Hosting & Support and Hosting & Support+ packages by £15 and £26 a month respectively. These packages include website support minutes can be used for anything from content updates to existing pages, adding images/video (where supported by your site), adding new pages, small design changes, CMS training, marketing advice, consultations etc. Support...
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5 business boosting benefits of promotional products for businesses large and small

Building brand recognition A goal for any business, large or small, is brand recognition. How can you make your brand not only stand out from your competition but also remain in the minds of current and potential customers? One way is to get creative with your marketing. Promotional products are a simple tool that can help increase brand awareness for your business; by customising an item that a...
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Our 5 tips for a successful and social Small Business Saturday

It’s not just retailers that can take advantage of Small Business Saturday, whether you're a service business or a self-employed consultant you can get a boost from Small Business Saturday by getting in front of as many people as possible so make sure your Small Business Saturday is a social one!  Make sure you take full advantage of social media on the day – tweet using...
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Small Business Saturday Special Offers

The below special offers will be running all day on Saturday 7th December: £5 off orders over £30* Use discount code SBS530 and order online today... Pop-up roller banner for £40 (normally £79.95) Use discount code SBSBANNER and order online today... Save £4.95 on 250 or 500 350gsm business cards Use discount code  SBSCARDS and order online today... Discount codes cannot be combined on...
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