Advertisement Ideas: How To Get Noticed!!!!

Everyday n business I am asked JDOGG how can I standout? My answer is always find ways to be proactive and creative. I ask what are you do differently that no one else is doing? Ask yourself what pain are you taking away, what problem are you solving? Think about what will get you noticed.

I was on spring break in California many years ago and I noticed on my walk back from Knott’s Berry Farms a dinner type restaurant with roller skating waitresses. I understand that these were very popular in the 1950’s and that the restaurant from Happy Days, Arnold’s was modeled after them. As I wasn’t driving I went in and sat down and placed my order and inside the waitresses were all on roller skates. I thought wow what a novel idea. I then noticed all of the newspaper clippings about the restaurant and thought what a great way to leverage your press coverage and build credibility. I was asked by my waitress if I liked roller skating and I said yes she said great are you here alone. I said yes and she handed me a free pass to the local roller rink. I went skating after my meal and upon arrival I was given a coupon for the restaurant. My marketing mind went into complete exhilaration as I had just experienced a great example of cross promotion and businesses standing apart from other businesses. Continue reading Advertisement Ideas: How To Get Noticed!!!!

Advertisement Ideas: 30 Days To Jump Start Your Marketing & PR!!!

Advertisement Ideas: 30 Days To Jump Start Your Marketing and PR!!!

Are you maximizing your message? Are you overwhelmed when you hear Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Tumbler, Stumble Upon, Vine, LinkedIn? Have you sat down to plan, implement, and evaluate an effective marketing and public relations strategy? I am amazed by the many entrepreneurs who tell me they do not have a marketing plan. I often respond if you don’t know where you are going how are you going to get there. This entry is designed to be a road map on how you can jump-start your marketing and public relations in 30 days. It is based on a track record of success in obtaining media coverage for those who have chosen to work with me. It piggy backs on the concept of plan your work and work your plan. If you want to attract customers/clients you must have a strategy to do so as the idea of build it and they will come as a strategy is becoming less and less effective. Every day you open to accept clients/customers you should be doing something to market your business.

Advertisement Ideas: The 30 Day Plan

Create your message and announce it to your staff. Develop your logo that will be synergistic with your message. Put out a media release to your media contacts and your email list.

Decide where you are going to promote your message, write and send out media releases.

Promote across your Social Media platforms. Choose 4-5 to use and see which gives you the most reach. You can do this daily, weekly, every other week, or monthly. The key here is to give content that will be of service and value to your audience.

Begin to attend networking events and deliver your message then follow-up with the people you spoke to with a special offer.

Create a you tube channel and start posting videos that are relevant, entertaining, and resonating.

Research and find media outlets to advertise with. Make sure all ads have a strong call to action. Continue reading Advertisement Ideas: 30 Days To Jump Start Your Marketing & PR!!!

Advertisement Ideas: Capitalizing On UF, FGCU, UM And Heat!!!

Advertising Ideas: Capitalizing On UF, FGCU, UM, And Heat!!!

As this week unfolds the basketball world is a great place to turn to turn to see how you can drive business. Capitalizing on the success of UF, FGCU, UM, and The Heat seems to be a simple task as this is what many people are talking about. UF will play FGCU in a sweet 16 match up in The NCAA Tournament, UM advanced to the sweet 16 of The NCAA Tournament, and The Miami Heat are sitting at 26 victories in a row chasing the all time record of 33 in a row. The key is to find ways you can drive traffic with your advertising and create a buzz to strengthen your brand and build revenue. Continue reading Advertisement Ideas: Capitalizing On UF, FGCU, UM And Heat!!!

Advertisement Ideas: How To Build A Strong Social Media Presence

I am asked all the time JDOGG why do I have to have a social media presence? My answer is because if you have a strong social media presence and those who like you or follow you know you and trust you you can monetize them not only for your business but for other endeavors as well. The next question is then how do I build a strong social media presence? The answer lies in the following process:

1: Know who you want to The adage I like to use is some will, some won’t, some waiting, so what, next. Not everyone is meant to be your client or to support your cause.

2: Create a Brand and A Tag Line that will reach the audience- For example I am known as Jonathan JDOGG Lederman, The Spiritual Emcee Maximizing Your Message, and people who I am looking to work with and help excel have come to know my logo and often state you’re the guy with the fired up microphone logo.

JDOGG Lederman has a consistent brand and message

JDOGG Connections Build A Presence on Social Media Platforms

3: Know what social media platforms you want to use and learn how to use them or find someone who you can use to do this for you. Continue reading Advertisement Ideas: How To Build A Strong Social Media Presence