Tools

One of the key benefits of being a BizBuilder client is having access to the marketing tools we provide to our small business clients. In addition to just having access to the tools we actually facilitate and provide support and direction in using them to their full potential. Click here for more information on how to become a BizBuilder client.

Many of these tools are included automatically with each BizBuilder package, and others are available at cost with zero markup. Below you will find a list of some of the tools that fall into these two categories.

Tools included at no additional charge:

Business "Blueprint" Marketing Plan
Monthly contact, coaching, ideas, and information
Dedicated client portal for online ordering, service, and support
a website that acts as an online extension of your business
built-in customer database (CRM System)
integrated e-mail marketing system
built-in e-commerce system
blogs and forum support
ability to promote your business by generating coupon and discount codes
integrated social media
syndicated content using RSS
online event and attendance booking
analytics and reporting for your e-mail campaigns and website traffic
search engine optimization (SEO)
text message and e-mail notification of visitor interaction with your website
marketing materials design
advertising design and coordination
click here for even more information and greater detail of the included online features

Tools available at cost with zero markup to clients

printed materials including everything from business cards to banners
direct mail services
leads and list marketing
promotional materials such as logo apparel and promotional items
logo design or re-design including digital identity package
PR / press release services
copy-writing
packaging design
web advertising such as Search Engine Marketing, pay-per-click, and banner ads
traditional advertising such as newspapers, radio ads, phone directories, etc.

What We Do -

this page explains in a little more depth just exactly what we are doing to help small business owners grow their business, reduce stress, and save money on their overall marketing effort

Blueprint -

We begin our relationship with business owners by providing a marketing plan that we call "Blueprint". Blueprint helps us identify what the needs of our client are and what we might be able to do to help them. Blueprint is free, and all you need to do to get started is fill out the form on this page.

Tools -

After assessing the needs of our client through the use of "Blueprint" we are able to offer marketing tools to help put the plan into practice. Many of these tools are available to our clients at no additional charge, and others we are able to offer with zero markup, passing only our cost along to our clients. Information and details on many of the marketing tools available through BizBuilder are found on this page.

Building Blocks -

Our "Building Blocks" are a growing, search-able collection of ideas that can be used to help grow your business. You are able to search for Building Blocks with criteria such as how much money they cost to implement, and how much time needs to be devoted to them in order to see results.

Free Trials -

The "Free Trial" link located in the upper right corner of each page will bring you to this page which allows you to "test drive" some of the online marketing tools available to BizBuilder clients, or you can go directly to the Blueprint page to get a free marketing plan (Blueprint) for your business.

Newsletter -

We would like to stay in touch with you by offering a free monthly newsletter which will contain articles, useful links, ideas, and information on how to grow your business. The newsletter is offered free of charge, and the sign-up form is located on this page.

Enrollment Process -

This page will walk you step-by-step through the process of partnering with BizBuilder on your marketing effort. From creating a marketing plan, or "Business Blueprint", to selecting the package and features that best suit the needs of your business, all you need to do to get started is to fill out a couple of forms.

Contact Us -

Feel free to call, send an e-mail, or just fill out the form located on this our "Contact Us" page. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have.

BizBuilder Blog -

Be sure to check out our blog. We will be adding new information, ideas, useful links for small business owners, and best practices information regularly. Subscribe to our feed using the links located at the bottom of each post to make sure you get all the latest information.

This concludes our tour!