Recently, some of our website staffers were discussing signs that a website should be updated or totally overhauled. As websites play an intricate role in digital marketing for any business, we thought we'd share some of the discussion with you! Patrick King: “If your site looks like it's from Geocities, circa 1998, or if your site [...]
It’s that warm-and-fuzzy time of year when we start reflecting upon what we are thankful for. Here at NEXT! Ad Agency, we are feeling especially grateful for SEO and Google. And if you own a business, you should be thankful for them, too. Here’s why… So what is SEO Anyway? SEO stands for "search engine [...]
This blog post could just be one word: Yes. But, you probably need more convincing than that. Why should you take time out of your day to start a blog? Business owners are extremely busy managing all facets of their company. No one wants to add yet another task to their plate. However, if you [...]
Nothing is as exciting (or terrifying) as starting a brand new business venture. You have a great service that you are excited to provide to your future customers, and you are looking forward to working hard and making money. However, you happen to lack a reputation, customer base, and brand recognition, making it almost impossible [...]
It's hard to believe, but we are approaching the second half of the 2017 fiscal calendar. Time flies. At NEXT! Ad Agency, we understand how busy your day-to-day is as a business owner and how it can leave you little time to investigate new marketing trends and practices. Don't worry, though, we've got you covered. [...]
If you are a frequent online searcher (which lets be real, who isn't?), you are probably used to doing a Google Search and seeing ads both at the top of the page, and in a sidebar to the right. Well, Google has recently made some updates in the way that they are displaying ads. You [...]
As Halloween approaches, many find themselves pondering the many things that scare them the most. Whether it be ghosts, zombies, or monsters, we all have horrors that are exposed around this time of year, and small business owners are no exception. Fear and anxiety run through the minds of business owners throughout the year, not [...]
A business's website is the soul of their online presence. These days, not only does every business need a website, but it needs to be aesthetically appealing and search-engine optimized. This often requires the owner to seek out a qualified web-design team. We have provided high quality websites to businesses all across North America and [...]
It's an annoyance that's all too common for business owners: Frequent phone calls from individuals who claim to work for Google. They tell you, “there is a problem with your business' Google page” or “we will make your business the top page on local searches.” Unfortunately, these harassing callers are a farce. They do [...]
With the increasing popularity of Cell phones, Phablets, and Tablet PCs, it is no surprise that in 2014 mobile usage surpassed desktops for internet use. Mobile based marketing has become an important factor for any business hoping to target a wide range on consumers. While your business may already have an established online presence, it [...]
