SEO is the process of improving the visibility (ranking) of a website on Google using Google-friendly elements and techniques. Consider these facts: 1. Ninety-nine percent of customers looking for your services never scroll past the first page of search results. That means your business goal should be to appear on page one of the search […]

There has been a lot of testing and research done over the past couple of years, and it’s no surprise that more people are using mobile devices to find products or services. The one thing that may or may not come as a surprise is that many businesses haven’t adapted to these changes, or even […]

Did you know you can extend your marketing messages beyond your existing followers and connections on Facebook, LinkedIn, and other channels through boosted and sponsored updates? We recommend performing a test either on Facebook or LinkedIn. The first step is to get a Facebook Business Page or a LinkedIn Company Page created for you, compose […]

1. Sixty-three percent of local businesses said they were going to invest in a mobile-friendly website. Why? Because 80% of internet users browse on their smartphones. If your site is not mobile responsive, then you are not in the game. Get a mobile-friendly website now! 2. Ninety-three percent of customer buying decisions are influenced by […]

Customer behavior has changed. Now they go online to research and evaluate brands, products, and services. Your potential customers have gone digital, and so you need to. 1. Your prospective customers look online before buying! Did you know that 81% conduct online research before buying? If your products and services cannot be found online, then […]

Online reviews are crucial to managing your reputation, gaining trust and building confidence. Trust is a key element to gaining and maintaining customers. Do you remember asking for a friend’s opinion about a product before deciding to buy? Didn’t you become more excited after hearing encouraging feedback? That’s exactly how online reviews work. Let’s take […]

So, you’re excited to get your business back into the SEO arena… that’s great! However, don’t let that excitement make you miss a crucial step before launching an SEO campaign — complete an SEO Audit first. Forty-seven percent said in a survey that a full SEO audit should be conducted every six months. How often […]

It is recommended that you invest about 15% to 20% of your monthly profit into online marketing. Internet marketing agency pricing varies, as does the online marketing cost for different strategies and packages. Why do companies engage in digital marketing? Companies invest a lot in online marketing, mainly because it is effective in more ways […]

Nearly half of businesses (44%) don’t have a clearly defined marketing strategy. For firms that are active in digital marketing, nearly half do not have a defined digital plan or strategy (47%). No wonder many small businesses are struggling to understand why their online marketing campaigns aren’t delivering an ROI. Successful businesses that are running […]

When you are running ads on Facebook, AdWords, or LinkedIn your copy needs to be able to stand out among all of the competition that is surrounding it. We at Be 1st Online want to help you make your ads grab your target’s attention and get you as many clicks as possible! Here are a […]