The team at American Express has cobbled together useful resources to help small businesses across the country get back on their feet. In #neworleans, a city the relies heavily on tourism, every little bit counts.
Check out some of the tools and discounts that #NOLA businesses like Zasu use to keep things running during these tumultuous times. Better still, order a family meal from them at toasttab.com/Zasu or by calling 504-267-3233.
#supportlocal #NOLAstrong #supportsmallbusiness #zasulove
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COVID-19 & Coronavirus Help for Small Businesses | Stand for Small
#HeroesUnite for the Gulf Coast! 💪
We haven't forgotten our neighbors impacted by Hurricanes Sally + Laura. Our latest collaboration w/ The Al Copeland Foundation is working to leverage existing supply chains, providing much-needed items and relief.
You too can #BeAHero by donating at heroesuniteforthegulfcoast.com
We tip our hats to the small businesses out there w/ lots on their plate. But there's no need for #marketing and #website woes to keep you down. We know just the agency (@DesignThePlanet) to hang your hat.
In fact, it sounds like you may benefit from a team that's accustomed to wearing many hats. And for those keeping score, that's 3 hat-isms in one post....aka a "hat trick."
Great way to #supportlocalbusiness if you're in the #batonrouge area!
Mason's Grill
October 7 at 3:45 PM ·
🔥 #PAYITFORWARD GIVEAWAY🔥 continues...
Grab a Dixie Beer (Lager or Blackened Voodoo) for your chance to win this week's giveaway!!
Here's a quick look at who has been featured so far:
🍪 Cookie Rouge
💪 Gracie United - Team Jucāo South Baton Rouge
☕️ River Road Coffees
🧢 Rally Cap Brewing Company
🍺 Parish Brewing Company
✈️ Flying Tiger Brewery
🏠 Tin Roof Brewing Company
🥃 Sazerac Rye Whiskey
🍸 JT Meleck
🍹 Sugarfield Spirits, La
We're super excited to continue partnering w/ #leauxcal businesses, helping spread the word about their awesome products and services.
‼️How to Enter‼️
We will promote one of our leauxcal vendor's products - when you order the “drink of the week,” you’ll be entered to win!
October 5 - October 11 - DIXIE LAGER or DIXIE BLACKENED VOODOO brewed leauxcally by Dixie Brewing Co. right here in New Orleans #Louisiana! 🤤
🏆 Winner will be announced on Facebook on Sunday after 5 p.m.
👍 follow/like us on Facebook for updates on the winners and the weekly promotions/giveaways.
#drinkleaxcal #225batonrouge #batonrouge #supportlocal
Did you know, in 2019, the United States government spent $594 billion on business contracts?! Would your business benefit from a slice of that pie?
If so, you'll want to tune in to the upcoming webinar hosted by the Jefferson Chamber of Commerce. They'll provide a foundational understanding of the bidding process, plus:
✔️ How to determine if your business should be doing business with the government
✔️ Basic requirements of doing business with the government
✔️ How to secure government contracts
✔️ How COVID-19 impacts doing business with the government
Register here: https://bit.ly/2HqKTPE
We may have narrowly escaped the brunt of #HurricaneSally, but there is still plenty of cleanup to do. We thought we'd also get a head start on #worldcleanupday! 🌎
If you're feeling inspired or just bored, consider participating in the #greatglobalcleanup tomorrow, Saturday, September 19! Let's make this planet a little cleaner, one discarded BIC Lighter, one FIJI Water bottle, one...you get the idea.
October is #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, but we're too busy trying to remember our dang passwords! Could there be a design fix to this? Possibly...
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How UX designers can save us from our own shitty passwords
The fleeting attention span of today's consumer seems to only get more fleeting every year. Don't let your website's poor load speed be the reason your business suffers!
To all who have served our great nation, thank you! We are forever grateful. #VeteransDay
Established in 1999, Louisiana Technology Group (LATG) is a game-changing company focused on delivering IT products and services w/ a dash of personality, building meaningful relationships with clients.
We were honored to take part in their brand overhaul, including a new logo, brand statements, and a robust website that aligns with the high-caliber services LATG offers. If your public or private sector organization requires expert IT services and products, be sure to check out LATG! https://latg.com/
Not a N'awlins native? Don't fret. Design the Planet Owner & Chief Creative Officer, Adrienne Folse, has some great advice to acclimate you to life in the Big Easy.
DESIGNTHEPLANET.COM
Marketing to New Orleans: What Every Outsider Should Know
We had a blast helping Ascension Parish Tourism Commission design + build their brand new website! Although travel is difficult during the pandemic, make sure to add this beautiful area to your plans soon. We're sure you'll fall in love with #Louisiana's Sweet Spot!
Check out all that #AscensionParish has to offer by visiting www.visitlasweetspot.com
Warm wishes this holiday season from Design the Planet! 🌎
How we work has forever changed thanks to the pandemic. Some of those changes have been positive, and the rapid adoption of new tech, coupled with more remote interaction, has us excited about what comes next in 2021!
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10 Web Development Trends Every CTO Should Expect in 2021
New Year. New Goals. Start 2021 off with a bang and see how Design The Planet can help you take your marketing to the next level and build together! https://tinyurl.com/y269lb8b
#advertisingagency #advertising #marketing #branding #digitalmarketing #socialmediamarketing #graphicdesign #socialmedia #advertisement #creative #marketingagency
We’re proud to help our client River Road Coffees get the word out about their locally roasted and great tasting fresh coffee with our eye-catching social media content creation.
“I have learned that success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome while trying to succeed.”-Booker T. Washington
Segmentation is critical when it comes to email marketing. Making sure you use the right message for the right consumer can make the difference in delivering relevant content to a potential customer. 📧 💻
For all those youth players and parents who have been traveling to these cities every year to play in tournaments and watch the excitement... this is a really nice lineup!! #geauxjesters
New Orleans Jesters
January 27 at 2:30 AM ·
Gulf Conference alignment confirmed!
Is your business utilizing podcasts? In today’s digital landscape, podcasts offer the ability for a brand to captivate their audience via genuine conversations. 🎙🎤
https://bit.ly/2YwgPXV
Let’s face it, we are looking at our phones all day. Knowing a consumer has their phone with them at all times, SMS Marketing may be the right tool for you 📲
What are your thoughts on SMS marketing? Do you think Is it is beneficial? 👇👇👇
Are you creating video content yet? At a time when content is king, we find creating authentic and captivating videos that capture who and what your brand is about is a must. 🎥
Voice recognition is becoming more and more prevalent with the adaptation of voice assistance like Siri and Alexa. It’s important to make sure your content (website) is optimized with voice keywords for the best visibility. 🎙🗣
Digital fatigue is real and customers get burnt out. So how do we combat it?
📌Conduct A/B testing to what messaging resonates
📌Segment your messaging
📌Rotate your ad creative to different audiences
Is data driving your decisions? With the multitude of data out there on platforms like Google Analytics and Power BI, it’s important to take the time to analyze and make decisions based off data. 📊
It seems like Clubhouse is exploding in popularity. It’s like a panel at a conference at your fingertips.
What are your thoughts on it? Do you think this is the way communication apps will trend??
Emotionally connecting with a customer is tough. Creating content that a customer can connect with emotionally is a great way to ensure interaction. 🤝
What are you doing for your most loyal customers? 🤔 Focusing on loyalty helps to not only retain customers but also helps grow awareness of how your company treats its guests.
Past customers are a great source of advertising. Customer referrals are a great way to connect with potential customers. Make sure you encourage your customers to refer you business. 🗣