Radio advertising vs. television advertising Many new advertisers assume that they should start on radio and “move up” sometime later to TV. I find that the road is usually smoother when it is taken in the other direction. TV can usually produce more immediate calls and instant prospects than radio and that is what the [...]
Touring is a bands greatest opportunity for success. But, touring can be very expensive. Getting your tour, band or event sponsored is critical to your success. Sponsorship can off-set production, travel, promotion and virtually any of your expense. The right sponsor can also significantly augment your advertising, publicity and promotions. But, getting sponsorship participation can [...]
Ask some businesses about radio advertising and they’ll tell you it’s the greatest investment they ever made while others will tell you it was a complete waste of time and money. So why does radio work for some and not for others? What’s the secret to successful radio advertising? Know this: Radio can be a [...]
It is difficult to miss a Hummer, but how many companies could afford to run one to promote their business? The answer is, of course, very few and it is doubtful whether GM’s overgrown offspring would be the most suitable promotional vehicle for many of them. What then are the alternatives and how could businesses [...]
Here’s a neat trick to get lots of radio advertisement time, TOTALLY FREE! Imagine…absolutely free access to millions of listeners of offline and online radio! What you need to do is to locate the radio stations (do a simple online search or call your favourite local station) and by calling in, faxing, letters, or e-mail, [...]
From meager beginnings in 1920, radio has grown with us to be a major player in advertising. The radio industry says they get about 8 percent of all advertising bucks. Not bad when you consider the many ways to hawk your service or product They get their fair share because radio works. With over twelve [...]
Are you confused by all the information you receive from various radio stations? Do they all tell you they are #1 and you don’t know who to believe? Most of them probably are #1 so believe it or not, they aren’t lying to you. The question is, "What are they #1 in and is it [...]
Media Planning for Smarties You say you’re ready to advertise. How are you going to choose whether to place your ad in the local newspaper or a national magazine? Why not do a radio spot or place a banner ad on a related company’s website? Understanding the benefits and pitfalls of these different forms of [...]
Many believe that when it comes to advertising, it’s a necessary evil. At least that’s how some businesses approach it. Some view it as simply a tool to showcase price and product while others see it as a way to counter their competitor’s ads. Know what? They’re all wrong. Here’s what you should be thinking [...]
So, you own a small business, sales are down and you’ve come to the conclusion you need to start advertising. Questions: Where do I advertise, how much do I spend and do I need the help of an advertising agency? The answer to this question is really very simple. If you were going to court [...]
