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Networking on Vancouver Island just got better (and easier). Here’s how.

June 28, 2018 by leif

Networking is one of the best things you can do to grow your business. But, if you’re like me, networking isn’t something that comes easy. Here’s how the Vancouver Island business directory makes that easier. By giving you a place to review businesses in our region you not only support local business, you are doing online networking.

If you do nothing else today to network, leave a review for a business on the Vancouver Island business directory. Do it now. You’ll have an impact that no other networking can give. Here’s why.

 

It’s no secret: online reviews drive sales.

Here’s the trick: giving online reviews is probably the most effective way of getting noticed and building a positive online presence. We built the Vancouver Island business directory for a couple of reasons. One of them was to make it super easy for you to get noticed. Giving reviews gets you noticed. It’s what Dan Martell means when he talks about “hustling the help” as one of the best ways to grow your business.

 

Try it, you’ll like it

Let’s take a look at the reviews on the Human Nature Development listing.

Within days of the Human Nature Development listing being up, two LIFT members hustled the help and did some online networking. Both Amie from Motif Music Studios and Corey from Secret Window Images left positive reviews of their experiences with Liz at Human Nature Development.

Think about what that tells you about the people involved. Yes, it tells us that both Amie and Corey were impressed by Liz. It also tells us that they are, to put it simply, “good people.” By giving a review they’ve let us know they care about a LIFT member and her business. They’ve also drawn our attention to their businesses. For her part, Liz has added value to the networking experience by replying to the reviews. In this scenario, every business wins. That’s good networking.

On the LIFT side, we’ll feature reviews in our social media posts about your business. This will draw attention to every business mentioned in the reviews. And, as more people visit the reviews, the network effect grows.

Try it. Visit a business on the directory. Leave a review. Notice what happens. You’ll likeit.

 

Giving reviews is part of the LIFT your business community ethic

Having a community of support is one of the two most important factors in business success. Use the Vancouver Island business directory. Take 10 minutes right now to give at least one LIFT colleage an honest review. We will promote your review and get you noticed.

-hpm

ps. The graphic for this post is taken from an excellent AppSumo article. That article that tells you how to get postiive reviews on your ecommerce site. What it doesn’t mention is that supporting your community by giving honest and appreciative reviews. That’s because what we’re doing with LIFT, and with the Vancouver Island business directory, is something innovative. If you’re already a LIFT member, thanks for being part of the solution!

Filed Under: Reference, Tips Tagged With: directory, marketing, networking

Terry O’Reilly talks about advertising, radio, and more – and Terry O’Reilly.

June 27, 2018 by leif

In this episode HPM talks with Terry O’Reilly. Terry was co-founder and Creative Directory at Pirate Radio & TV, he’s the host of the Under the Influence radio show on CBC Radio, and author of, most recently, This I Know: Marketing Lessons From Under the Influence.

FMI see terryoreilly.ca or follow Terry on Twitter at @terryoinfluence

In Part 1, Terry talks about how he got into advertising, why he’s passionate about radio as an advertising medium, and why copywriters are the highest paid people in advertising – among other things.

In Part 2, the focus is on Terry as an individual and as an entrepreneur. Listen to find out about his favourite book as a child, what he’s reading today, and his favourite place to eat in the whole world.

 

The LIFT Podcast series

Our goal with the LIFT Podcast series is to promote your business – and provide leadership, inspiration, and fuel for Vancouver Island entrepreneurs to grow their businesses.

To listen to more LIFT Podcast see liftpodcast.ca

Or, subscribe via iTunes

Are you ready to be featured on a LIFT Podcast? Check out the details here.

 

The new Vancouver Island business directory

Don’t forget to list your business on the new Vancouver Island business directory – and be LIFTed via our award-winning promotions for up to 60 days free!

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: entrepreneurs, interview, marketing, podcast

LIFT Podcast: Luke Aulin talks about RTOWN – and Luke Aulin

June 13, 2018 by leif

Luke Aulin is the CEO and Founder of RTOWN, an innovative way for small and medium-sized businesses to excel in the digital and social marketing space. Luke talked to LIFT’s Hans Peter Meyer about RTOWN, about their commitment to “local,” how and why they’ve created a marketing solution that helps local create online presence, and about himself.

Check out the podcast to find out about what Luke’s reading now, the smartest thing he’s ever done, his favourite place to eat – and more.

Note: Luke is a mentor to LIFT and HPM.

FMI about RTOWN see RTOWN.ca

Follow Luke on Twitter @LukeAulin

For more LIFT Podcast click here or subscribe on iTunes.

 

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: entrepreneurs, innovation, marketing, podcast

Club Car Karaoke with Dyan, Episode 1

June 15, 2017 by Adil Amlani

To put your business on Club Car Karaoke with Dyan send us an email.

Note: This is a free service for LIFT Champion members until September 30, 2017, one of the perks of being a LIFT VIP! For more information about the perks and benefits of being a LIFT member see our “join us” page.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: #WeAreVanIsl, #WeAreYQQ, entrepreneurs, marketing, promotions, Vancouver Island

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