How to Conduct Employee Reviews in Your Marketing Agency
Employee reviews are the best way to ensure that you and your team are on the same page. They’re venues in which managers can not only discuss their employee’s performance throughout the year but also short- and long-term strategies for the team member and the agency as a whole. So how do you do it? Let’s break it down!
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What Does it Take to Make Your Agency Sellable?
IBO co-founder Michael Reynolds recently hosted a webinar titled, “How to Make Your Agency ‘Sellable’” that tackled this very topic. Here are some of the gems he shared!
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Spotlight On… Website Support
So what can you do to ensure that your website is functioning at peak performance? IBO’s website support team is here to help!
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You've Signed On with IBO... Now What?
You signed the contract, you've done the onboarding... what's next?
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Top 5 Tips for (Successfully) Working with IBO
Looking for helpful hints for working with Inbound Back Office? We've got you covered. Read on!
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Why Should You (Yes, You) Outsource to IBO?
If you’ve considered engaging with IBO but you haven’t fully jumped in yet… YOU’RE the one who should read this.
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The Secret to Scaling: Delegate for Growth
The leap from a one-person show to a small boutique agency isn’t just a business decision — it’s also a personal journey. If you’re grappling with the best way to grow your independent business, Henry Kaminski of Unique Designz has wisdom you need to hear.
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The Secret to Thriving in A Down Economy? Invest in Marketing.
In times of crisis, it’s human nature to stockpile resources and money. This is why the advice shared by Marzani Marketing owner Doug Morneau on a recent IBO podcast was so surprising, even though he has the experience, evidence, and impressive marketing results to back it up.
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Start a Podcast to Grow Your Network: Easy Steps for Entrepreneurs
If you’re an entrepreneur considering starting a podcast, you might have mixed feelings. You know that it could be a great asset to your business and brand, but you may also feel intimidated by the process.
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Advice for New Agency Owners (from an Agency Veteran of Two Decades)
Owning an agency is not easy, but it can be the most fun you have in business and it can be a great source of income. Focus on these things and you will have a greater chance of success.
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Why It’s Not a Good Idea to Abandon Your Marketing Efforts During a Global Pandemic
If it's feasible and realistic to continue your marketing or even increase it right now, it could pay off exponentially in the months and years to come.
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How to Go 100% Remote in Your Agency
So you're ready to go 100% remote in the wake of COVID-19. Great! Let's dig in and help you get there fast.
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Online Security: A Checklist for Marketing Agencies
Most people haven't developed good security habits so it's up to you to instill these habits in your agency. With this checklist, you will have peace of mind knowing that you are handling your data and your clients' data securely and responsibly.
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Writing Isn’t Dead… If You’re Doing It Right
Yes, video is on the rise, but does that mean there's no place for great writing in your marketing strategy? According to Beth Carter of Clariant Creative, the answer is a resounding no.
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Did the Internet Kill Public Relations?
In a recent podcast, IBO co-founder Amy Foley spoke to Aro Marketing’s Chuck Robbins. Robbins assured her that PR may look different than it did even ten years ago, but it’s not just surviving— it’s thriving.
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Why Turning Video on Makes Better Meetings
By creating a face to face experience, we are replicating (as best we can) the experience of being in the same room and therefore the rich multi-channel stream of information that goes with it.
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What Your Team Really Cares About
While many people think culture is all about fancy offices, mission statements and social events, these are often not the things that team members really care about.
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The Right Way to Delegate Tasks for the Best Results
If you've tried delegating with varied results, this process will help you achieve the best results and allow you to finally get your time back.
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