Dana's comments

I offer marketing services to small businesses, and I see a lot of businesses who aren't doing many of the things you list. The biggest problem I'm finding, particularly in our current economy, is not starting with enough cash. Your article explains it very succinctly. I'm going to link to it on my blog. Thanks so much for the great advice.

Dana Blozis Virtually Yourz VirtuallyYourz.com http://virtuallyyourz.blogspot.com

I recently attended the national SPJ journalism conference in Atlanta and everyone was talking about Twitter. In fact, one reporter posted "Tweets" during a trial to keep folks updated on what was happening. I was curious then, but hadn't made time to investigate what it was all about, so I really appreciate the summary, Christina. This is immensely helpful!

Dana Blozis Virtually Yourz VirtuallyYourz.com

Jennifer, this is a great list and so nice to have them in one place. I have to admit I'm not up on the all of the new social media trends, so I like your "bite-size" approach. Thank you!

John, I would love to consult with you on going from a sole prop to LLC in exchange for marketing and PR consultation and/or services. Let me know if you are interested.

Dana Blozis Virtually Yourz VirtuallyYourz.com http://virtuallyyourz.blogspot.com

Another option is some targeted marketing and PR. For example, distributing a newsworthy press release to local media as well as to some of the (free and paid) online distribution sites. If interested, contact me. I'd be happy to help.

Wow - tip #5 is an eye opener! As a freelance writer, I am an avid reader and I subscribe to most of the Seattle area magazines. Sadly, they are piling up in the corner of my office, living room, bedroom...you get the idea. In the past, I have always approached it that I would have to sit down and read the whole thing or it would have to wait. While that isn't particularly logical, I am intrigued by your idea. Now I'm thinking, duh... Thank you for the brilliant idea. I love it!

This might be the solution I'm looking for. Tell me more: dana@virtuallyyourz.com

This is very useful information, John. You spelled it out clearly and succinctly. Thanks so much!

I am not only a cat person, but a marketer and copywriter. Your advice is dead on! Very well written and quite entertaining. Thank you!

Great article!

As a marketing professional, my niche is working with small business owners and nonprofits...folks who can't always afford a full-on marketing campaign with all the bells and whistles. Your affordable tips are great - I use some of them myself - but you've added a few I haven't tried.

Thanks so much!

Dana Blozis, VirtuallyYourz.com

This is exactly the type of event I'd like to attend, but this week doesn't work for me. If you reschedule this event or host it again, I'd be happy to trek to Kenmore for it.

Hi, Kaya.

Your article was exactly what I needed today. Thanks for the insight and great tips. I will put these to use immediately!

Dana Blozis Virtually Yourz VirtuallyYourz.com