Ever thought or been tempted to buy Instagram followers? Be warned… things are not what they seem and can actually damage your account.

Imagine a world where you could automate all your time consuming marketing tasks, still provide a first-class customer experience and have more time to focus on running your business. You need Marketing Automation.

2020 definitely presented a wealth of challenges for SMEs and local shop owners, many of whom quickly adopted an online approach to their marketing in order to survive and stay connected with their customers and clients. There’s no question that the use of social media and other digital marketing tactics have enabled small business to stay ahead of the game, but what does the future hold? Check out our predictions for digital marketing trends in 2021.

Long before the announcement of Lockdown 2, our founder, Steve Outridge had the privilege of meeting Mark Fenn, co-founder of Hoppily. Together they discussed the implications of the first national lockdown, the impact it had on their business, and how diversifying their online marketing strategy has helped them reach an even wider audience.

Local restaurant owners, Chef Hatter & Danielle talk to us about how Ramen+Chill was born, the ethos they live by, the instant success and following that they experienced upon first opening; and how the first lockdown proved to be a valuable learning experience for the future.

We catch up with Nina Friedlander, owner of BelleRose Flower Boutique to discuss the implications of the recent national lockdown brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, the impact it has had on her business and how she adapted to survive and continue trading.

Hey, we’ve all been there. You’ve got something amazing to share on your Instagram page that everyone is just going to LOVE. You’ve spent ages preparing your creative, you’ve written the best bit of marketing copy you’ve ever seen, you hit Share and…………….. hear the sound of crickets!