Four States Small Business Blog

It's no secret that we've been in strange economic times. The last several years have presented unprecedented challenges to businesses, especially small, midsized, and local ones. Of course, there are ways to navigate economic challenges, and some are more effective than others. Let's consider some problems and solutions to these issues.

Topics: Marketing Strategy, BrandsFormation, Branding

Topics: Radio Advertising, Marketing Strategy, BrandsFormation, Branding

Year after year, small businesses turn to local radio for their marketing needs. But why is that? Although there are many reasons local radio is so useful for small businesses, some are more prominent than others. Let's discuss some of the chief benefits of radio and how to get the most out of it. 

Topics: Radio Advertising, Marketing ROI, BrandsFormation

In a difficult business environment, it is more essential than ever to have a solid branding plan. Branding allows you, as a small business owner, to take control of your messaging to maintain steady growth even during tight and uncertain economic conditions. That's why Zimmer Marketing is hosting BrandKamp this fall.

Save the Date
Tuesday, October 4th
Time: 11:30 am
Where: Joplin Holiday Inn

Topics: Small Business Resources, Marketing Strategy, BrandsFormation, Digital Marketing, Branding

If you're running a small business, there's no doubt that the last few years have been a rollercoaster of unpredictable changes. And that continues now as we've seen consistent inflation highs and a slowing economy. But your business is not merely pushed along by market forces outside your control, or at least it shouldn't be. Differentiating your business from competitors in a thoughtful way will set your company up for stable growth, even through more challenging times.

Topics: Small Business Resources, Joplin Market, BrandsFormation, Branding

Topics: Integrated Marketing, Radio Advertising, BrandsFormation, Digital Marketing, Branding

Topics: Joplin Market, BrandsFormation, Branding

Topics: Small Business Resources, Radio Advertising, BrandsFormation

Topics: Marketing Strategy, Marketing ROI, BrandsFormation

Zimmer Marketing is hosting   BrandKamp at the Holiday Inn in Joplin, MO, from 11:30 to 1 on October 26, 2021. Just like our last BrandKamp in April, small business marketing expert and author Chuck Mefford will offer insights and coaching on how to turn your good local business into a great local brand. And the best part? The whole event is free! Below we'll offer a preview of the topics to be addressed at BrandKamp.

Topics: Small Business Resources, BrandsFormation, Branding