Recent content by joe@excitepm

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    A Question for Businesses on Social Media Channels

    Really...if used properly kept up to date and is understood twitter can be a priceless tool for business.
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    A Question for Businesses on Social Media Channels

    Surely Twitter is more technical than Facebook!
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    A Question for Businesses on Social Media Channels

    I don't think people use facebook to buy but I'd choose it all the time as it gives our company a bit off added credibility, is another avenue to promote ourselves, creates links, etc.
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    Yellow Pages?

    I would have to disagree with that...as I feel yellow pages goes in cycles. At the moment we are getting alot of business from it as none of our competitors are advertising in it, but now the new edition has been launched our competitors will see we are the only company in our field in it and...
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    Custom T-shirt UK Manufacturer

    My company can provide these for you...however not too sure of forum rules re: contacting you...can someone please advise?
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    Recruiting web developers [Non-Agency]

    I'd imagine alot of 'freelancers' would jump at the chance of permanent role. Have you thought about contacting local colleges and Universities to get a graduate on work experience / KTP / etc where you'll get to access the candidates skills for a minimal fee, generate more exposure for your...
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    Template

    Google or Bing would be my call to be honest. Alot of choice out there and you'd be sure to find the correct template for you.
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    Is supporting a charity on your website damaging for business?

    I think a bit of common senses is a must here. Supporting something too extreme or niche could cause problems and in a strange way possibly undermine the professionalism of the company. On the other hand supporting the majority of charities can only add to the exposure, positivity, and...
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    15 Do’s & 13 Don’t’s of sales calls (cold and existing!)

    I think the research debate depends on nature and quantity of calls. We get email data and sometimes have a spreadsheet of 2000+ calls to make from people who viewed our emails so it's impossible for our sales reps research all the companies. On the other hand our reps need to generate new...
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    how can i generate more leads?

    Join a UK business forum...ask a million dollar question...hope alot of professionals will do all the hard work for you....oh wait!!!:p
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    Balmoral Show Partner Required

    Hi Dan, Just wondering if your sorted for the balmoral show this year? Thanks Joe
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    Businesses in Northern Ireland

    Hi guys, My names Joe and I work for the EXCITE group based in Lisburn...we specialise in provided promotional merchandise and exhibition and displays services / goods. Personally I would like to think of myself as a bit of a marketing guru with real hands on experience...as I work mailshots...
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    Buying email address lists

    Hi Enda, I've bought a few mailing list with poor results to be honest. We paid 3k for 32 'sends' of 20k. This data was made up of a host of industries throughout the UK. To date the company has changed name twice, changed phone number, has had legal battles and changed several members of...
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    Shredding

    Testimonials, costs, website, etc....for NI i'd recommend shread bank...they are very reliable, professional and cost effective.
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    Facebook NI

    Nice...great to a company being so proactive in social media!!!