Frequently Asked Questions

Common Retail Marketing Questions

I can not afford to advertise in this current economic client...

This is a two-fold issue. First, many people assume that what we do is ask them to invest more money that they don't have into typical marketing venues, such as TV, Newspaper, Radio, etc...The reality is that there are endless marketing opportunities that we can help you to explore that are way outside of what you would normally expect. Most of these are less expensive than the measures you are currently exploring, and more effective. Secondly, we wouldn't want to downplay traditional advertising either, as our experience is that it isn't the venue, but the ad itself that is often the problem.

I don't need marketing help, my problems are due to the Financial Sector

Most business have been traumatized by lack of financing, whether that is for personal inventory, retail sales of high-dollar items, terms, etc...But there is a point, where we need to look at ourselves as business owners, and ask the tough questions. As long as you have a competitor (of any size) with their doors open, you have opportunity. If you feel you are doing everything you can to survive, than it makes perfect sense to take a few minutes to call us for more information, or peruse our training tutorials and find a way to move forward. If you are "riding it out", than chances are good that you will not weather the storm. While Yes, we can not change the financial mess, there are multitudes of other areas we can affect to make more out of less.

All My Business is From Referrals, I Don't Need Marketing Assistance

This statement is somewhat of an oxymoron. If you have truly grown your business to this point, you probably know, better than anyone, how important referral marketing truly is. As a matter of fact, one of the best way to truly drive business forward is through the vast referral network that you have probably built over the extensive years of doing good, solid, reputable business. We have several areas where we can help you stimulate this business, and can put together a plan to help you with this.

What exactly will SMS Do For My Business?

We can help you do anything from creating major marketing programs designed to capture a mutch higher close ratio, through simple flyer and brochure design. We can help you find ways to get your name out, whether through web-design and development for a very small fee, through full online business management systems. We can help with large, long term projects, or review individual ads (or other part-time - as needed - marketing assistance) for very small fees.

Can SMS Help Outside Of The Elkhart, Indiana Area?

We are always open to discussing your situation, and how we can help move business forward. To email us, Click Here!