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All I can say is WOW about my new local listings service.  These local Internet directories get their information from phone books and social media and you wouldn't believe the mistakes. 
This listings are sites like Yelp, Dex, YP, and 50 others.  Once I have control over your listings, I can make any changes you like.  For instance, Chris at Web Tech told me his hours on Google said he closed at 5am.  I made the change to 5pm, went directly to Google and it was already updated!

This is a great service for companies who have relocated or changed their phone numbers.  Or just want your company name in front of people who speak into their phones - "Find sporting goods" or "Find Tacos". 

See where your company stands by running your own report (free).  Click here

Events Coming Up

February 23rd I'll be speaking at the Morton Chamber of Commerce LEAP - Social Media Strategy
Click here to register

 April 28th SCORE in Bloomington I'll be speaking about Managing your Reputation on Social Media.  Get details here

I'll also be attending some WordCamps to see what new technology is out there for WordPress.  I'm looking forward to sharing and utilizing some of the topics I'll learn. 

Speaking of events, please join my GPACC (Greater Peoria Area Coffee Club) group for a free networking event at the Wingate Hotel in Peoria on February 25th from 5pm to 8pm.  This is a free event but please register at the website or join the Facebook event so we can have a estimated head count.  There will be free food and drinks.  I hope to see you there! 


 
Have you Tried Facebook Advertising?

Here is another great story about the effectiveness of Facebook Advertising.  A company was having an event for women only in the Kansas City area. We ran an ad for only women, 25 mile radius around Kansas City, who enjoyed cooking.  We didn't waste the client's money by getting in front of people who aren't interested in their services.  It's cost effective!  To give you an example: 25 dollars can get you in front of 4,000 -5,000 people.   

Read the full blog article here.

If you are interested in doing some Facebook advertising, contact me.  I can help you reach the clients you want whether it's just getting more "likes" to your Facebook page or promoting a service or event. 
    
Website Help
I was surprised at the number of clicks on the Munge Wedding site last month.  Thanks for all the well-wishes to the happy couple. 

We have created a lot of themes that are ready made and can fit within almost any budget.  The sites look great and we already have created some custom plugins such as
  • Facebook Feeds
  • IDX Realtor Feeds
  • Online Calendars where people can submit their events
  • Custom Photo Galleries
  • Homeowner Associations Themes
  • Alumni Association Themes

All of our websites are mobile responsive, SEO friendly and you can update them yourself.   

Feel free to browse my client page to see some of our work. 
 
Get my books! 
My new book is finally out!  It's available on
Amazon called Managing Your Online Reputation: Owning & Controlling Your Brand.  Click here to purchase!

My other book, Simple Ways to Promote Your Business is on Amazon as well.  Stop by the office and take a look. 

Anyone who signs up for my Local Listing Service will receive a free copy. 


I just want to quickly thank everyone for their business and support. 

Please let me know if I can answer any questions or concerns you have.  I'm happy to start some of these services for you.  Let's discuss it!

Thank you
Tammy Finch
Web Services, Inc
309-369-9031

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