The amount of free quality video content available on the Internet is truly phenomenal. Whatever you want to learn, there is almost certainly a video to teach you. The following videos are presented to help you market and grow your business, with some inspiration thrown in for good measure. Enjoy, and let us know your thoughts in the comments.
Hot Internet Marketing Strategy For Your Online Business – 9:10
Presented by MarketingTips.com, this is a great primer on opt-in email marketing. The video is a couple of years old, but it has just recently gained popularity, and it’s still full of relevant, useful information.
Social Media Marketing Facebook Tutorial – 6:02
There’s no denying that Facebook can be an effective tool for your business. But how do you use effectively? This very well-made video by KershMedia.co.uk uses some great examples and explanations to help get you on track to forming a Facebook strategy to help grow your business.
Video marketing tutorial: What is video marketing? – 7:37
The posters of each of the videos above is participating in video marketing. They’re doing so because it’s a great way to get the word out about your business, improve your SEO, and establish you as an authority in your field. This video gives you the rundown on what video marketing is all about.
How to Write a Strategic Marketing Plan – 5:38
If you’ve struggled with the marketing plan section of your business plan, this video from growthink.com is for you. The what, why, and how of marketing plans are covered, and each section of the marketing plan is detailed. An excellent resource to finally get your marketing plan in place.
**HOT** Facebook Marketing Strategy – 9:14
Confused about the dos and don’ts of Facebook? This high-quality video by Angela Giles explains it all. She offers great tips with examples, screen shots and other useful information. Don’t let Facebook continue to be a mystery. Watch this video and get the answers you need.
Setting Your Social Media Strategy – 1:00:18
Yes, this video is over an hour long – and yes, it’s worth your time. Presented by Salesforce.com, this video was made at Dreamforce 2009 just a few months ago, so the information is current and very relevant to your business.
Using Twitter Effectively for Marketing and Sales – 1:07:23
Another session from Dreamforce 2009, this one focuses on Twitter as a marketing tool. The panel, made up of representatives from Salesforce.com, Virgin America, and Twitter, is very helpful and of course extremely knowledgeable about this topic.
Become A Blogger: Darren Rowse Interview Part 1 – 9:42
(Part 2 – 9:40)
(Part 3 – 9:01)
(Part 4 – 5:34)
Whether you are or aren’t already successfully blogging this video set is a must if you have any interest in blogging at all. Presented by Gideon Shalwick of BecomeABlogger.com, these four videos make up an interview with Darren Rowse of ProBlogger.net, considered by many to be the foremost authority on blogging.
Les Brown: 1 of 6 – 9:02
(2 of 6 – 9:31)
(3 of 6 – 8:44)
(4 of 6 – 8:34)
(5 of 6 – 8:16)
(6 of 6 – 3:56)
If you’re not familiar with Les Brown, you’re in for a treat. Les is one of the best motivational speakers out there. This set is from many years back but still very relevant, and truly inspirational. If you need a kick in the butt or a reason to believe in yourself, watch these videos, and learn to lift yourself to success!