This month, we’re excited to introduce you to Marilyn Smith, Director of Marketing/Client Relations from the Cypress Office. Marilyn joined Frontier Title Company five years ago, but has spent the last 12 years of her career in the title industry. We asked Marilyn a few questions about herself and her experience working at Frontier Title Company. What … Read more
When you are in charge of your own business, there’s an assumption that you can do whatever you want with your time. However, that “freedom” often makes it harder to get away. And even when you do take a rare vacation, it’s hard to make it a true vacation – work always beckons. With Labor … Read more
Congratulations! Your business is taking off! In fact, you’re so busy you could use a few more hours each day, or a few more days each week. Suddenly, tasks you once loved are feeling like busy-work and you’re terrified of missing phone calls, details, and deadlines. It’s probably time for an assistant. And you’re not … Read more
It’s no secret that social media is the most affordable and most effective form of marketing, when used correctly. But making mistakes on social media is easier than you think. Small missteps won’t always lead to disaster, but may make customers shake their heads and take their business elsewhere without saying anything. It may be a … Read more
Is it time to rebrand? Rebranding is something that needs to happen every so often. It keeps your business – and your own mindset – fresh and open to change. And of course, it’s a great idea to do a regular internal audit of your business, your mission, and your brand to make sure that … Read more
Loyalty is a hard thing to manufacture. And sometimes it isn’t enough to create and promote outstanding service. Clients are finicky and one false step can cost you a customer or a harsh review. There are no guarantees, but you can certainly increase your chances for loyal customers by building strong relationships. Ask Questions First Before you … Read more
When asked why they don’t have a better or stronger social media presence, most entrepreneurs and small business owners blame time. After all, when you have contracts to worry about, clients to contact, and other day to day tasks to complete, adding just one more thing to the mix can seem like a huge burden. … Read more
Every year as the school year begins homes sales invariably decline in September from August – kids are back to school, families are adjusting to the new routine, and buying or selling is the last thing most of your potential clients are thinking of. Instead of waiting for the phone to ring or complaining about … Read more
We’re happy to share some great articles with you this month. Please feel free to pass these along to clients, friends and family. August Events Conference: Building Business on Social Media, August 9 (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-business-on-social-media-geekdom-event-center-tickets-26001376818?aff=es2) Be Healthy Family Expo and Back To School Fair, August 13 (http://www.eastendhouston.com/event/2016-be-healthy-family-expo-back-to-school-fair/) Houston Latin Fest, August 14 (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/houston-latin-fest-2016-tickets-24855588735?aff=es2) … Read more
We’re happy to share some great articles with you this month. Please feel free to pass these along to clients, friends and family. August Events Conference: Building Business on Social Media, August 9 (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-business-on-social-media-geekdom-event-center-tickets-26001376818?aff=es2) Clint Black at The Tobin Center, August 11 (https://www.tobincenter.org/box-office/2016-08/clint-black) San Antonio Restaurant Week, August 13-27 (http://culinariasa.org/san-antonio/restaurant-week-2/) 1964: Beatles Tribute Band at … Read more