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Constant Contact Survey Reveals New Insights on 2018 Small Business Strategy, Outlook and PrioritiesWALTHAM, Mass., April 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of National Small Business Week (April 29 – May 5, 2018), a new survey from Constant Contact, an Endurance International Group (NASDAQ: EIGI) company and leader in email marketing solutions, sheds light on how small business owners approach and prioritize operations, marketing, strategic planning and more. The nationally representative survey found that small business owners wear many hats and almost all (95 percent) do some form of marketing for themselves. However, when it comes to marketing and promoting their businesses, most entrepreneurs and small business owners are self-taught (64 percent) but still don't consider themselves very marketing savvy, making the vendors and tools they select to support them even more important. In fact, less than half (46 percent) consider themselves "marketing savvy" and only nine percent say they are "extremely marketing savvy." "Marketing is key to the success of a small business, but the reality is that most small businesses and entrepreneurs aren't marketing experts and have limited time and resources available to support marketing activities," said Jonathan Kateman, general manager of Constant Contact. "At Constant Contact, we believe technology can level the playing field and, for the past 20 years, we have been committed to empowering small businesses and nonprofits with the tools and real, human support they need to succeed. From help figuring out the right marketing strategy for their individual needs, to content recommendations, design tips, expert-taught classes and professional support to take their marketing to the next level, we stand with small businesses every step of the way." Survey Sheds Light on Small Business Operations Below are additional findings from the survey and insights from author, consultant and small business expert, Pamela Slim, who has partnered with Constant Contact to share these findings:
"When you look at what small business owners are prioritizing in 2018, marketing is a critical component to achieving those goals," said Slim. "When running a business, it can be easy to become reactive and let things like marketing activities fall by the wayside, but it's important to remember that it doesn't have to be all or nothing. Small, everyday steps can make a big difference." According to Slim, one of the best things small business owners can do to make the most of their time and resources is to leverage marketing tools that will enable them to more effectively communicate with their customers or potential custoers. "Small business owners should not be afraid to try new technology," she said. "Things like AI and automation may seem complex and 'buzzwordy,' but with the right partners it's actually very fast and easy and a great way to make your marketing more effective while freeing up more of your time."
"This doesn't mean small business owners aren't serious about their bottom lines, but rather that they are team players who see themselves as part of their broader communities," says Slim. "Small businesses are the lifeblood of our economy, and a vibrant, healthy small business community makes for a vibrant, healthy society. While small business owners are passionate about achieving their goals, they understand the importance of personal relationships and place great value on community."
Celebrating National Small Business Week As part of the National Small Business Week Virtual Conference hosted by the Small Business Administration (SBA) and SCORE Association, Constant Contact will be hosting a free webinar, "Get New and Repeat Business on Autopilot with Email Marketing." The webinar, presented by Dave Charest, Director of Content Marketing at Constant Contact, in partnership with the SBA, will take place at 4:00 PM ET on May 1, 2018, and provide practical advice on leveraging email marketing to drive sales. Constant Contact will also be celebrating with the SBA and SBA Small Business Award winners live in Washington, D.C., April 29-30, 2018 and hosting four educational seminars at the Small Business Expo in New York City on May 3, 2018. To learn more about Constant Contact and to access resources to maximize email marketing efforts, from best-in-class marketing software to step-by-step guides and best practices for planning a campaign, creating content, harnessing data to optimize your results and much more, visit www.constantcontact.com. Connect with Constant Contact on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. About the Survey About Constant Contact About Endurance International Group Endurance International Group and the compass logo are trademarks of The Endurance International Group, Inc. Constant Contact, the Constant Contact logo and other brand names of Endurance International Group are trademarks of The Endurance International Group, Inc. or its subsidiaries. Media Contacts Kathryn Piasta
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