What’s the business case for Black Friday?

It’s that time of year when retailers and consumers alike brace themselves for the onslaught of discounts, deals, and sales that come at the end of November. With Black Friday closing in, of course, small businesses are forced to think about their own sales and offerings too.

Questions like: do I need to create a new offer? Should I be promoting my product or service? Do I need new sales funnels?, might be flooding your mind.

So, what are my thoughts as a marketing consultant, and someone who has been on both sides of Black Friday chaos?

Business, MarketingJasmine IrvenNovember 11, 2024Black Friday, sales messages, sales, holidays, marketing automation, marketing plan, marketing strategy, marketing mindsetComment

Managing marketing and business when you’re away: an out-of-office checklist

Prioritizing rest and vacation might not seem like a productive use of time as a business owner, but time away from your desk can give you the opportunity to replenish your motivation, productivity, creativity, and energy. With a little preemptive planning, boundary setting, and delegating, it’s a lot easier to unplug and to enjoy your time away without guilt.

Here’s how to set yourself up for success.

Business, MarketingJasmine IrvenNovember 1, 2024holidays, planning, productivity, marketing, rest, burnout, burnout recovery, out of officeComment

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