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  • How Can Google Boost Help Your Small Business?

    June 14th, 2011 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Google | No Comments

    As you know, local customers already search Google for the products and services that you offer. When you add Google Boost to your business listing, you can advertise your business in the “ads” section on Google.com and Google Maps and attract more visitors to your website or Place page. With Google Boost, simply set up [...]

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    Video Commercials and The Real Reason for Your Business

    November 8th, 2010 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Online Radio Show | 2 Comments

    North San Diego Business at Large Show Notes: November 12, 2010 Video for Business, Basics of a Business Plan [ 59:42 | 13.66 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (283) podPressShowHidePlayer(’1′, ‘http://www.northsandiegobusiness.com/podpress_trac/play/1695/0/video-commercials-for-your-business.mp3′, 290, 24, ‘false’, ‘http://www.northsandiegobusiness.com/wp-content/plugins/podpress/images/vpreview_center.png’, ‘Video for Business, Basics of a Business Plan’, ‘Debra Simpson’); Right now video rules online! [...]

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    We Sell, Or Else

    May 28th, 2010 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Selling | No Comments

    Words of wisdom from David Ogilvy..do you agree, or not? This is a video about selling and promotions from the famous copywriter David Ogilvy. It may be dated, but the content is still very timely.

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    How To Make Videos That Don’t Suck!

    January 18th, 2010 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Online Radio Show | 3 Comments

    North San Diego Business At Large Show Notes: January 22, 2010 How To Make Videos That Don't Suck [ 59:53 | 13.71 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (251) podPressShowHidePlayer(’2′, ‘http://www.northsandiegobusiness.com/podpress_trac/play/1175/0/how-to-make-videos-that-dont-suck.mp3′, 290, 24, ‘false’, ‘http://www.northsandiegobusiness.com/wp-content/plugins/podpress//images/vpreview_center.png’, ‘How To Make Videos That Don\’t Suck’, ‘Debra Simpson’); How to make videos that don’t suck [...]

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    Add Your Business To Google’s Local Business Maps For More Visibility

    December 7th, 2009 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: How To | 3 Comments

    As solopreneurs we know that leveraging our business on the Internet is a good way to diversify. I’m a fan of Google and it’s products. Recently I discovered how to add my business to Google’s Local Business Map Directory, including being able to offer coupons. So, why would you want to list your business with [...]

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    Is Social Networking REALLY A Viable Small Business Marketing Tool?

    September 11th, 2009 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Social Networking | No Comments

    When I speak to small business groups about social networking, or using social media / web 2.0 tools to market their business, I usually get the same reaction…”where am I going to find time to do this too?” You know what, you may not have a choice. Your market may already be there….and if you [...]

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    Innovative Video Solutions Introduces CEO Advantage

    June 3rd, 2009 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Video Interview | No Comments

    Innovative Video Solutions has launched it’s CEO Advantage online video show. The first guest is Don Sando, Strategic Results Group, discussing how small businesses can compete on something other than price. Take a look and let me know what you think by commenting below!

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    Innovative Video Solutions Walks On……

    April 7th, 2009 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Video | No Comments

    Innovative Video Solutions has come up with a new service for North San Diego Business owners.  Long known as a professional video production company creating videos tailored to their customer’s specific needs, Jim has come up with a cool new service. Introducing E-mail Walkons is our own Jim Gerakaris.  Nice job, Jim.  I like it!

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    Using Audio and Video Radio Show

    November 11th, 2008 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Podcasts | No Comments

    Last week I posted about an interview I did with Penny Haynes, creator of the Commercial Creation Center, about using audio and video on your site. I wanted to share this week’s show with you.

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