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I Haven’t Seen A Startup Yet Thrive Without Marketing

Startup Professionals Musings

The founder explains that the product or service is so “buzz-worthy” that the merits will spread rapidly through word-of-mouth only, meaning people loving it and recommending it to their friends. It usually implies an opportunity to win big, like a lottery, or experience something sensational, like an incredible video or free product.

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Understanding the Underbelly of Online Marketing & Why You’ll Lose if You Don’t

Both Sides of the Table

If you’re a technology startup you need to excel at product, of course. The starting point of product IS marketing, which is what a lot of young entrepreneurs that never studied business don’t realize. But being best-in-class at online marketing is also a sine qua non to standout from your peer group.

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Viral Marketing And Word-of-Mouth Require Investment

Startup Professionals Musings

The founder explains that the product is so “buzz-worthy” that usage will spread rapidly through word-of-mouth only, meaning people loving it and recommending it to their friends. It usually implies an opportunity to win big, like a lottery, or experience something sensational, like an incredible video or free product.

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5 Tips For Startups To Win With Social Media

Startup Professionals Musings

Ask yourself where are the influencers in your market, the majority of your target customers, and what type of interaction will be most productive to your business? Add a blog to give yourself a voice, show your expertise, but skip the sales pitch. Above all, don’t forget to observe your competition and their social media activity.

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Search Engine Marketing - No Panacea for Startups

Startup Professionals Musings

Probably every one of you who has a business and a website have been approached through email or personal contact, and asked to spend money on Search Engine Marketing (SEM). Their computers then cleverly merge your ads with search results only when users search words imply an interest in your products. Cost per click (CPC).

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Why Good Marketing Campaign Costs Continue To Rise

Startup Professionals Musings

The founder explains that the product is so “buzz-worthy” that usage will spread rapidly through word-of-mouth only, meaning people loving it and recommending it to their friends. It usually implies an opportunity to win big, like a lottery, or experience something sensational, like an incredible video or free product.

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Many Entrepreneurs Believe Viral Marketing is Free

Startup Professionals Musings

The founder explains that the product is so “buzz-worthy” that usage will spread rapidly through word-of-mouth only, meaning people loving it and recommending it to their friends. It usually implies an opportunity to win big, like a lottery, or experience something sensational, like an incredible video or free product.