NR Digital Branding

Interesting stat to start the week: According to a recent polls (source @Forbes) 52% of workers are planning to look for new jobs in 2021. More than HALF! There is a huge opportunity here for #Canadian #SmallBusiness to take advantage. ... https://nrdigitalbranding.com//how-to-find-good-employees/

Looking to #supportlocal and #smallbusiness? There are many non-traditional ways Let's all do what we can. -... #supportsmallbusiness #localbusiness #canadiansmallbusiness #smallbusinesssupport #smallbusinesscanada #smallbusinessontario #supportlocalbusiness #localbusinesssupport

#MondayMotivation for all #localbusiness looking for ideas to navigate COVID hardships: https://nrdigitalbranding.com//local-small-business-resil/ Examples from all across #Canada : #Ontario #BritishColumbia ... #Newfoundland #Nunavut #PEI See more

#SocialMediaMarketing statistics from HubSpot: : https://blog.hubspot.com//13-mind-bending-social-media-mar Everything you need to know to plan out your strategy and focus for 2021.

Research is finding that talented employees are willing to switch over to small businesses. Why? Data shows that employees at smaller companies are 34% more likely to receive a promotion and 74% more likely to become managers. Here is a great guide on how to attract, keep and engage top talent for your #smallbusiness. ... https://nrdigitalbranding.com//how-to-find-good-employees/

Need some inspirational examples for 2021? Check out these #localbusiness examples across #Canada and the tactics they used to adjust during the pandemic. Has your #smallbusiness taken any of these actions to adapt to the new landscape? https://nrdigitalbranding.com//local-small-business-resil/

Does your #localbusiness need inspiration (or motivation) to get started on #marketing for the upcoming holiday season? Check out this #smallbusiness tool kit from TikTok For Business

We talk a lot about the surge in #ecommercebusiness and how a big #digitaltransformation shift is happening with businesses of all sizes. But here is an interesting tidbit: the online shopping trend can benefit physical locations!

Amazing set of #smallbusiness resources to help your #localbusiness tap into key insights:

Investing in #socialmeda #CustomerService efforts? Make sure you're aware of customer expectations. #SmallBusiness #SmallBusinessMonth #localbusiness #guelphbusiness

#SmallBusinessMonth is here, and prior to COVID stats showed the importance of #localbusiness & #smallbusiness to the #Canadian economy:

Is your #localbusiness planning for the holiday season? If you're looking for a different way to reach a high converting audience check out these 6 types of buyers you could reach with Pinterest Business #holidaymarketing #smallbusiness #holidayshoppers

Is your small business looking to get into the export game? It can be quite challenging and overwhelming. Luckily if you're interested in navigating this space there is a FREE virtual event hosted by Business Centre Guelph Wellington, Innovation Guelph and The Guelph Chamber of Commerce to help you take advantage of new and exciting opportunities: #localbusiness #smallbusinesssupport #smallbusinessgrowth #smallbusiness #GuelphBusiness

We all understand how important reviews are for #localbusiness - that is why it's important to keep an eye on the type of reviews you're receiving online. See something out of line or irrelevant? Spam? Here is a great guide on how to begin the process of review removal (note - you should not remove bad reviews, only things that are out of line):

Are you overwhelming yourself during #COVID19? . . .... . . #burnout #reskilling #digitalupskilling #learning #employeewellness #employeewellbeing See more

Rise of experimentation and research as a result of #COVID19? #guelph #guelphbusiness https://www.guelphtoday.com//covid-19-how-isolation-has-sp

Not sure how to approach #LinkedIn for your company? Here are ideas to get your inspiration going: https://business.linkedin.com//10-content-ideas-for-your-l #contentmarketing #linkedinforbusiness #localbusiness #guelphbuisness

What is data predicting for social media in the latter half of 2020? Ad revenue slowing down Marketers re-evaluate infleuncer partnerships... Video strength, keeps strengthening Brands to capitalize on quirkly, user-generated content (TikTok-like snippets) Risk of boycotts & backlash increase Social selling gains momentum (Facebook Shops, Instagram Shopping) #socialmedia #socialmediainfluencer #guelphbusiness #guelph #socialmediamarketing

Don't let your #localbusiness get discouraged from adapting a digital approach. Now is the perfect time for #DigitalTransformation: https://nrdigitalbranding.com//how-to-transition-your-bus/ #guelph #guelphbusiness

This is really useful stuff for anyone using Instagram for their business: https://blog.hootsuite.com/instagram-hashtags/

Does your business need to invest in new equipment or training? This is a great program that can help you do so: https://www.ontario.ca/page/regional-development-program

Did your organization jump into #ecommerce lately? Check out these personalization tips to help increase online order performance: https://econsultancy.com/five-ecommerce-personalisation-ta/

Scary numbers coming from our neighbours down south: https://smallbiztrends.com//lendingtree-small-business-clo #smallbusiness #smallbiz #localbusiness

Waterloo Region ranks as #1 market in the "Next 25" tech-focused ecosystems. No surprise here. https://www.cbre.ca//torontos-tech-mentum-reaffirms-the-ci

Amazing initiative by The City of Guelph to help support local organizations

How has COVID19 impacted your business? https://nrdigitalbranding.com//impact-covid19-canadian-sm/

Looking to support #localbusiness beyond just orders? Reviews are a great way to get any organization to grow: #guelphbusiness #guelph #smallbiz #smallbusiness https://blog.google//support-small-business-with-google-m/

Back up and running with the website! Phewwww. That took a while. Thanks for the patience everyone :) Check out the latest training & onboarding we did for a client in Markham --> https://nrdigitalbranding.com/digital-marketing-speaker

100% spot on! https://www.guelphtoday.com//covid-19-small-businesses-mus

Are you an #Elora or #Fergus business and looking to re-open? Check out the new grant from Township of Centre Wellington! #localbusiness #SmallBusiness https://www.guelphtoday.com//centre-wellington-creates-gra

Unfortunately, the NR Digital Branding website is down while we do some maintenance. If you'd like to contact us reach out via social media to directly. Will update as soon as website is ready to go! Apologies for the temporary inconvenience.

How quickly do you see your organization sales coming back to normal? https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/-1.1447244

Business COVID support by province: https://betakit.com/what-canadian-provinces-are-doing-to-s/

Getting ready for reopening? Here are some great tools from Canadian Chamber of Commerce: https://www.canadianbusinessresiliencenetwork.ca//recovery/ #bizresiliance #canadianbusiness

Deadline to apply is June 12! https://www.canadianbusinessresiliencenetwork.ca/smallbusi/

Is your business present on Google Maps? You can now take advantage of Google My Business to get support during COVID-19: https://www.blog.google//new-tools-help-businesses-during/

Is your #localbusiness exploring #DigitalTransformation to become an online-first organization? Need to setup online orders quickly? Everything you need to know: https://nrdigitalbranding.com//how-to-transition-your-bus/

Did you know that a lack of trust is the main reason family business succession fails? Check out the whole story and prepare your family business for the next generation: https://hbr.org//4-tensions-in-family-businesses-and-how-t

Any #SmallBusiness or #localbusiness looking for rent relief? May 25 is the day you can apply https://betakit.com/applications-for-federal-emergency-ren/

Workforce Report Key findings: A majority (59%) said they could be effective while working remotely... 91% of Canada's workforce plan to maintain or increase their time spent online learning the next two weeks large enterprise firms employees were more likely to say they were effective while working from home (68%), compared to those at mid-market companies (62%) and those employed at small businesses (61%) more! For anyone interested: https://www.linkedin.com//canadians-working-remotely-can-/

Shopify + pinterest = social shopping. https://www.socialmediatoday.com//pinterest-launch/577602/

Great piece by Greater KW Chamber of Commerce on why local business benefit #WaterlooRegion (hint: this applies to all Canadian regions) https://greaterkwchamber.com/heres-why-local-business-bene/ #shoplocal #buylocal #localbusiness #SmallBusiness

Receiving calls from Yellow Pages? Offers of premium, paid SEO rankings? Make sure you do your research before committing: https://nrdigitalbranding.com//should-my-business-pay-to-/

Marketing automation + small business = good fit? Is pricing reasonable for smaller organization? How difficult is it to manage?... https://nrdigitalbranding.com//marketing-automation-for-s/

What to expect when things start to re-open for business: https://www.cbc.ca//provinces-reopen-saskatchewan-pei-1.55

Attention all #localbusiness & #SmallBusiness You may be eligible to get 75% of your rent covered!

Not sure where to get customer reviews for your business? It might depend on the industry you're in: https://nrdigitalbranding.com//choosing-the-right-online-/

With a lot of new #SmallBusiness #websites probably being planned right now it might be a good to get the basics down before starting your ecommerce (or other type) web presence: https://nrdigitalbranding.com//how-to-create-a-business-w/

Want to get more positive recommendations and word of mouth for your #smallbusiness? Nail your social media customer support - it can be a huge difference maker! https://nrdigitalbranding.com//why-smbs-fall-short-with-s/