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Direct mail tips, examples, and guides.

Writing Compelling Offers for Direct Mail: What Actually Gets Responses
Writing Compelling Offers for Direct Mail: What Actually Gets Responses
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A skimmable guide to creating postcard offers that drive calls, texts, and bookings—plus examples you can copy.

What to Say to Potential Customers: 5 Winning Lines (and 5 Pitfalls to Avoid)
What to Say to Potential Customers: 5 Winning Lines (and 5 Pitfalls to Avoid)
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A practical guide for small business owners: the five most effective things to say when describing your business—and the five common mistakes that turn people off.

What Is a Nexie Label?
What Is a Nexie Label?
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A short explanation of Nexie labels and why you may see one attached to an RTS (Return to Sender) postcard.

The Value of Direct Mail in Modern Marketing
The Value of Direct Mail in Modern Marketing
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Why postcards still work, what the data says, and how small businesses can use direct mail to win locally.

10 Social Media Post Ideas for Roofing Companies
10 Social Media Post Ideas for Roofing Companies
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High-trust, high-converting content ideas roofing contractors can post consistently—without needing fancy production.

10 Social Media Post Ideas for Real Estate Professionals
10 Social Media Post Ideas for Real Estate Professionals
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Practical, high-engagement content ideas real estate agents can post consistently—without needing perfect production.

10 Social Media Post Ideas for Cleaning Companies
10 Social Media Post Ideas for Cleaning Companies
cleaning social-media marketing content-ideas

Practical, high-engagement content ideas cleaning businesses can post consistently to win more residential and commercial clients.

10 Reasons to Start a Business (and Why It’s Rewarding)
10 Reasons to Start a Business (and Why It’s Rewarding)
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A practical, encouraging look at why entrepreneurship can be worth it—plus the realities that come with the rewards.

Real Estate Postcards That Win Listings: Just Listed, Just Sold, Coming Soon
Real Estate Postcards That Win Listings: Just Listed, Just Sold, Coming Soon
real-estate postcards direct-mail marketing

A skimmable postcard playbook for real estate agents: what to send, what to say, and how to turn neighborhood visibility into listings.

QR Codes for Small Businesses: What They Are, How They Work, and How to Use Them
QR Codes for Small Businesses: What They Are, How They Work, and How to Use Them
qr-codes marketing postcards small-business

A practical guide to QR codes—what they do, where to use them, and how to make them scannable on real-world marketing like postcards and signs.

Pest Control Offers That Convert: What to Put on Your Postcard
Pest Control Offers That Convert: What to Put on Your Postcard
pest-control offers direct-mail postcards

A skimmable guide to pest control offers that drive calls and bookings—plus proven wording and examples you can copy.

10 Things to Be Prepared for as a New Entrepreneur (and How to Overcome Them)
10 Things to Be Prepared for as a New Entrepreneur (and How to Overcome Them)
entrepreneurship small-business mindset operations

A practical, encouraging guide to common early challenges in entrepreneurship—and simple ways to handle them.

Lawn Signs in Marketing: When to Use Them, Best Sizes, and Why They Work
Lawn Signs in Marketing: When to Use Them, Best Sizes, and Why They Work
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A high-level guide to yard signs for small businesses: where they shine, which sizes to choose, and how to design them for real-world visibility.

How to Pick a Direct Mail Provider: 10 Things to Consider
How to Pick a Direct Mail Provider: 10 Things to Consider
direct-mail postcards marketing vendors

A neutral checklist for choosing a direct mail partner—focusing on support, transparency, speed, simplicity, and print quality.

How to Name Your Business: 10 Things to Consider
How to Name Your Business: 10 Things to Consider
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A practical guide to choosing a business name that’s memorable, credible, and easy for customers to find and share.

How to Market Your Church (Without Feeling Salesy)
How to Market Your Church (Without Feeling Salesy)
church community outreach marketing

Practical outreach ideas for churches: what works, what doesn’t, and how to invite your community with clarity and care.

How Small Businesses Get More Customers: A Story About Growth (and Innovation)
How Small Businesses Get More Customers: A Story About Growth (and Innovation)
small-business marketing growth innovation

A high-level guide to getting more customers with practical innovation ideas—told through a few small business stories.

How EDDM Works: A Plain-English Overview
How EDDM Works: A Plain-English Overview
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A high-level guide to USPS Every Door Direct Mail (EDDM): what it is, how targeting works, and when it’s a good fit.

How to Grow an Irrigation Company: Offers, Sales Systems, and Real-World Ideas
How to Grow an Irrigation Company: Offers, Sales Systems, and Real-World Ideas
irrigation small-business sales marketing offers

A practical guide for irrigation businesses: what offers convert, how to improve close rates, and how to grow revenue with smarter targeting and repeatable services.

How to Expand Your Business by Offering the Right Services
How to Expand Your Business by Offering the Right Services
small-business growth services strategy

A practical guide for small businesses looking to grow: complementary, adjacent, and seasonal services—plus examples that make sense.

EDDM vs Targeted Lists: What to Choose
EDDM vs Targeted Lists: What to Choose
eddm targeting postcards

A plain-English comparison and when each makes sense.

Door Hangers in Marketing: When to Use Them and What to Put on Them
Door Hangers in Marketing: When to Use Them and What to Put on Them
door-hangers direct-marketing local-marketing offers

A practical guide to door hanger marketing—best use cases, what to include, and a simple layout that drives calls and bookings.

Direct Mail for Tree Service Companies: A Simple Postcard Playbook
Direct Mail for Tree Service Companies: A Simple Postcard Playbook
tree-service direct-mail postcards offers

A skimmable guide for tree service companies: what to mail, who to target, offers that work, and how to turn postcards into booked jobs.

Direct Mail for Roofers: A Simple Postcard Playbook
Direct Mail for Roofers: A Simple Postcard Playbook
roofing direct-mail postcards offers

A skimmable, practical guide to postcard offers, targeting, and follow-up for roofing companies.

Direct Mail for Landscaping Companies: A Simple Postcard Playbook
Direct Mail for Landscaping Companies: A Simple Postcard Playbook
landscaping direct-mail postcards offers

A skimmable guide for landscapers: what to mail, who to target, offers that convert, and how to turn postcards into recurring customers.

Direct Mail for Cleaning & Washing Businesses: A Simple Postcard Playbook
Direct Mail for Cleaning & Washing Businesses: A Simple Postcard Playbook
cleaning washing postcards direct-mail offers

A skimmable guide to writing effective cleaning/washing postcards—offers, credibility, targeting, and follow-up.

Why Data-Driven Marketing Matters for Small Businesses
Why Data-Driven Marketing Matters for Small Businesses
marketing data small-business strategy

How simple data—questions, maps, timing, and local partnerships—can help small businesses market smarter and win more customers.

Business Cards Still Matter: What to Put on Them (Beyond Your Name)
Business Cards Still Matter: What to Put on Them (Beyond Your Name)
business-cards branding marketing small-business

Modern ideas for business card content—QR codes, booking links, offers, and trust signals—plus why cards still work in a digital world.

Why Every Small Business Owner Needs a 60-Second Pitch
Why Every Small Business Owner Needs a 60-Second Pitch
marketing small-business sales messaging

A practical guide to talking about your business clearly and confidently—what to say, what to skip, and a simple pitch template you can use today.

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Business Summarizer

Business Description Creator

Helpful tool to create a three-sentence summary of your business. Includes a catchy tagline, an offer and contact information placeholder.

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Services List Creator

Top 10 Services Offered

Easily come up with a list of 10 services that are offered by businesses in your category. Use this list in your marketing materials or if you are looking to expand your offering.

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Business Naming Wizard

Name Generator for New Ventures

Add your business type and location to see a list of potential names for your business. Each name is unique and different, created specifically for your geographic location and business.

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