This issue we explore Web 2.0 as Social Media in our discussion of the Top IT Trends of 2009.
Thank you for making us The Best of Gwinnett - Best IT Service. We very much appreciate your support. If you were not able to attend our November Lunch & Learn - Making Social Media Work for Your Business, don't despair as we are planning another for December. Keep an eye on your email for an RSVP.
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Why should you use social media to promote your business?
As the market determines how social media will ultimately impact businesses, you should be positioning your company to take advantage of this new wave of  advertising. Depending upon your marketing strategy, you may decide to just test the waters or jump in with both feet. Either way, develop a marketing plan for your social media endeavors. Be sure that you have a policy for anyone (even the owner) that participates in online conversation. Remember, you want to promote a positive corporate image and attract high quality customers and employees.
At our recent Lunch & Learn - Making Social Media Work for Your Business, we presented an overview of how to get started in social media. We concentrated on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube as these are popular, fast-growth platforms that look like they are here to stay.
As with any initiative before you start, make sure you can devote the time and energy needed to have a consistent presence. Starting small with steady growth is preferable to a big splash then fizzling out.
We have a group on LinkedIn - Social Media Strategies for Business. Click here to join.
The Social Media presentations are posted at our website on the bottom and right of the page. |
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Use the 2009 ARRA Deduction to Upgrade your IT System
Business tax benefits under the Section 179 deduction can be a financially attractive way for businesses to purchase equipment. It allows businesses to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment purchased or financed during the tax year. This incentive is a very effective way to purchase servers and computer upgrades for your business especially with the increases for the Stimulus Act. Use it with a financing option for maximum benefit.
LAN Systems would be happy to look at your Information Technology (IT) needs to see if a server or desktop purchase would benefit your business this year. There are many ways to improve your business productivity by investing in your computer systems. We can even help with financing options. As always, the best source of customized financial advice for your business is your accountant.
For more information on Section 179:
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