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The Ultimate Guide to Creating a Killer Portfolio for Your Construction Marketing.
Showcasing your finest construction work in an online portfolio is crucial for scaling your Trades business. As attention spans shrivel, letting meticulous work speak volumes visually sets you apart. This step-by-step guide helps Trades showcase project photography, customer testimonials, videos, and previous quality examples for lead generation. We cover ideal structuring approaches to feature specialist skills, cross-promoting your portfolio online and common mistakes to avoid. Soon you’ll have a drool-worthy shopfront allowing prospective clients to preview expertise and fuel that cashflow 24/7. Get snapping! Let’s transform your business brand visibility online and growth potential today!
The Ultimate Guide to Creating a Killer Portfolio for Your DecoratOR Marketing.
Your portfolio is one of the most important tools you have in your decorator marketing to showcase your work and attract new clients. Real talk. A well-put-together portfolio can help you stand out from the competition and demonstrate your skills, creativity, and attention to detail. As they say. A picture is worth 1000 words. A whole library’s worth when it comes to Decorators. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to create a killer portfolio that will impress potential clients and help grow your decorating business. Fast. Let’s dive in.
Landline vs Mobile: Is Your Telephone Number Ruining Your Construction Brand & Marketing?
Using a landline number in your construction marketing, can help to establish your business as a reliable and trustworthy brand and option for all of your clients' construction needs. A small, but mighty change in the lead up to building a brand. Let’s clear this one up straight away. I am in no way saying that you need to run out, rent/buy an office space, hire a receptionist, and install a landline number so that said receptionist can start taking all your missed calls and enquiries. No. In this incredible age, we can now have landline numbers that DIVERT to our mobiles. Mind-blowing. Meaning we are still able to take calls on the go. At our convenience. But instead, showcase a LANDLINE number in our marketing instead of a mobile one. Pretty nifty. We’re going to run through all the reasons why getting yourself set up with a landline number for your construction business is the ABSOLUTE way to go. So, let’s jump in.
Kickstarting Your Construction Marketing With Zero Budget.
Starting a new business in construction can be an exciting and challenging time. KEEPING a construction business running through times of hardship – like pandemics or staff and material shortages – also brings its difficulties. One of the most critical aspects of success is effective marketing. However, as a new business owner or someone going through a challenging time, you may not have a large budget to allocate towards marketing efforts. But fear not. Because there are still plenty of effective ways to promote your business without breaking the bank. In this blog post, we'll explore some strategies to kickstart your marketing with zero budget. From leveraging social media to creating valuable content, we'll show you how to get the most out of your marketing efforts without spending a penny (in many cases). Whether you're just getting started or looking to grow your existing business, read on to learn how to kickstart your marketing on a shoestring budget.
What No One Tells You About Going Live For Your Construction Marketing.
Going live on social media as part of your construction marketing is a game-changer in so many ways. By going live, you can connect with your audience in real-time, showcase your projects and services, and build trust with potential customers. Your own business TV channel if you will. Like ‘Dave’. Just less funny. Plus, it's a fun and engaging way to share your expertise and bring the human touch to your business. Whether you're showcasing a new build, giving a tour of your latest renovation project, or just answering questions about the construction industry, going live for your construction social media marketing is a great way to reach a wider audience and grow your business without the hard sell (that we all love to hate).
Warning: 7 Red Flags to spot before choosing a Marketing Agency for Your Construction Business.
Building a successful construction business takes more than just a hammer and nails. It takes a solid marketing strategy to reach your target audience and attract new clients. But what happens when you partner with a marketing agency that just doesn't measure up? You could be putting your business's reputation and success on the line. Imagine this scenario. You've hired a marketing agency to create a shiny new website for your construction business. But instead of wowing your potential clients, it's filled with spelling errors and outdated design. Or maybe your social media accounts have gone silent, despite paying for regular updates. Yikes! To avoid the headache of a misaligned partnership with a marketing agency, it's important to know the warning signs before you sign on the dotted line. Let’s explore some red flags to watch out for, and how to find the right marketing partner to help build a strong foundation for your construction business.
Skyrocket Your Construction Network Marketing By Nailing Your Personal Brand.
Welcome to the world of networking for your construction marketing. Where first impressions are everything! Just like a contractor needs the perfect tools to build a house, as a network marketer, nailing your personal brand is the key tool to building a successful business. But don't worry, unlike nailing a piece of wood, this won't leave you with a sore thumb! In this blog, we'll explore the importance of a strong personal brand and how to make sure you're making the right impression at your next networking event. So, grab a cup of coffee and let's get started on building your personal brand empire!
How To Create a Marketing Plan That Works For Your Small Construction Business.
Creating a marketing plan for your small construction business is like using a map. Just as a map helps you navigate unknown territory and reach your destination; a marketing plan helps guide your efforts and resources to get to where you want to be. Business growth and success. A map shows you the different routes you can take, and the different landmarks and points of interest along the way. A construction marketing plan shows you the different strategies and tactics you can use, and the different milestones and objectives you need to reach. A map also helps you plan the best route to take and avoid any obstacles, in the same way, a construction marketing plan helps you identify and overcome any potential challenges or roadblocks to your business growth. A map also helps you track your progress and see how far you've come, and how much further you must go. A marketing plan helps you track your progress and measure how effective your efforts are, so you can adjust when needed. Just as a map is essential for a successful journey, a marketing plan is essential for a successful business growth. Without it, you run the risk of getting lost, using guesswork, wasting time and money (energy and sanity!) in the wrong places, and arriving in the wrong place. Just like trying to get somewhere new without a map (or a satnav). It helps you navigate the unknown. And have a clear understanding of your progress along the way. So how do you create one? Well, I’m glad you asked…
Word Of Mouth Vs Networking: Which One Is Best For My Construction Marketing?
The million-pound question. ‘Word of Mouth’ or ‘Network Marketing’ – which is best for my construction business? There are plenty of points both for and against. And everyone will have differing opinions. We thought we’d touch on a few of the major points to help you think about where to put your focus as part of your construction marketing. To do some of the thinking for you. And help you make the right decision for the kind of Trade and construction business you are looking to build…
Beginners Guide: Taking Your Own Construction Marketing Photos On-Site.
There are so many reasons why great photography should be a priority for your Trade and Construction brand and marketing. Photography helps to showcase your construction company's work and capabilities. High-quality photos of your completed projects can help to attract new clients and showcase your skills to potential customers. Photography can help to tell a story and provide context. By including photos of the construction process, you can give potential customers a better understanding of what goes into each project. Photography can help to differentiate your construction company from your competitors. Photography is a powerful tool for your construction social media marketing. By sharing photos of your projects on social media platforms, you can engage with potential customers and showcase your work to a wider audience. Photography can be used in a variety of marketing materials, including your website, brochures, business cards, and more. I think we can agree, photography is all-round epic for your construction marketing. Hiring a professional photographer may not always be possible – time, costs etc. And though we HIGHLY advice considering one for certain parts of your marketing (think website homepage as one of them), there are plenty of places that self-generated photos can help your Trade and Construction business. If you are going to take your own photos (presumably on your mobile phone) for your construction marketing, then it’s worth taking a few minutes to get it right. Because a high-quality shot of your work could be the difference in a customer enquiring with you… or scrolling past. Here's a bunch of helpful tips to help you NAIL your photography on site when taking your own construction photos…
9 Video Types You Never Thought Of For Your Construction Marketing.
Using different types of videos for your construction marketing is critical. It allows your company to reach a wider audience and convey its message in a variety of ways. Each type of video serves a specific purpose and can appeal to different audiences and needs. For example. A company overview video can provide a comprehensive introduction to your construction business and its services for potential customers who are just learning about the company. A project highlights video can showcase your construction company's completed projects and their features and benefits to potential clients who are considering hiring your company for their own project. Testimonials can provide social proof and help build trust with potential customers by showing real people sharing their experiences with the company. By creating a variety of video content, a construction company can better engage with its audience, effectively communicate its message, stand-out in a competitive market. Pretty good stuff. So, what are the different video types we need for our construction marketing and how do we use them? Let’s find out…
Why Your Construction Marketing Needs A Promotional Video Like This Gardening Company.
Construction marketing that incorporates video sees 35% higher conversion rates than those that don’t. Social media video result in up to 1,200% more shares than text and image content combined (wowzer). 83% claim it helps with lead generation. Some impressive numbers. Whether we like it or not, the world is becoming more and more digital. And if we are to keep up and have our construction business front and centre of client minds, then we must embrace it. Video is a phenomenal way to do this. And whether you are working with a top-quality video production agency (like ours) or creating your own self-generated videos, these tips are going to help you nail it.
Use Your Social Media Profile Images The Right Way For Your Construction Marketing.
Your construction marketing Social Media Profile Images probably seems like a tiny detail to you. (In case you’re not in the know, these are image spaces – usually circular or square in some cases - you can upload on a social media page that help people identify you.) But often it’s the small things that have the biggest impact. And what if I told you that by not using the right type of image in your Profile Image spaces could lead to loss of business, confusing your clients, ruining your business brand, ruining your personal brand or lead to direct enquiries for your competitors. Yes. I’ve seen ALL of these happen. Because Trade and Construction pros didn’t know the online etiquette or consider on a deeper level what images they were uploading. Don’t let this be you. And it’s easy to avoid these disasters. Here's how. Let’s go through EXACTLY how to use your social media profile images the right way for your construction marketing…
9 Reasons You Need Professional Headshots For Your Construction Marketing.
Professional Headshots are a MUST for your Construction business. Your trade and construction photography is one of the most powerful ways to bring the human element to your Trades And Construction brand. And showing us the human side to your business is going to help do a lot of the heavy lifting for your Construction brand and marketing. People buy from people. I’m sure you’ve heard that saying. Photography is one of the ways people get to know more about you before meeting you. You’ve probably heard the saying ‘a picture is worth a thousand words.’ And it’s true. How many times have you looked a photo of someone and made a conclusion about the kind of person they might be without even meeting them? Perhaps deciding if they might be worth having a meeting with? Well, other people are looking at your (and your team’s) quality of headshots and making initial conclusions about your construction business too. You want them to come away thinking ‘yes, I’d like to talk to them about my project,’ don’t you? And by taking the leap and investing in professional headshots for your construction marketing can, and will, raise your business game. So, let’s find out what the 9 reasons are that you need professional headshots for your construction marketing…
9 Ways Facebook Groups Will Help Build Your Domestic Construction Marketing.
Facebook Groups can be a FANTASTIC PLACE to build your brand for your domestic construction marketing. I’ve seen it for myself. Where local Construction companies have clubbed together and actively recommend one another in specific Facebook Groups to the local community who are asking for help in that specific industry. I.e. Electrical.So before you think Facebook Groups are a total waste of time, I want to share with you why you could be missing a big trick by NOT using them at all (or properly) as part of your domestic construction marketing. Hold onto your hard hats as here we go.
Why Every Contractor Needs Before, During & After Photos For Their Construction Marketing.
It’s something that often gets overlooked in your Construction business but is critical for your construction marketing. Forgetting to take photos of a finished job. And not even thinking to take any of the site before you and your team get your hands on it. Why on earth do I need photos of a site that I’ve not yet worked on? More on that to follow. But what if remembering and consciously deciding to take quality photos before, during and after you’ve finished a project could help you win more construction jobs, earn you more money and actually prevent disputes on site with customers? To name but a few. Would it be worth doing then? When you take photos of your sites - you have these forever. To keep locked away on your phone for your own reference or to do various clever things with (ideas to follow). But the point being, you have them at your disposal. If by ‘trying to save time’ or ‘not thinking you need photo documentation of jobs as you get enough work from word of mouth’ (hear that one a lot) means that you document nothing, when things go quiet, you have nothing to promote yourself with. Times like Global Pandemics and recessions for example. Capturing photos before, during and after your construction projects is not only going to help you grow your business but help manage and change the way your days run. Here's a list of reasons why every Contractor needs before, during and after photos for their construction marketing.
Why This Decorator’s Testimonial Video Rocks For Our Client’s Construction Marketing.
Reviews and testimonials are EVERYTHING for your Construction marketing. Video testimonials especially. What others are saying about you publicly will make or break you. It’s serious stuff. Like man flu. Only way better. Not enough Construction businesses take the time needed to work on and build their reviews and testimonials. Fact. But the funny thing is, if they did take the time, these reviews and testimonials would do a lot of the heavy lifting for them when it comes to marketing their Construction business. Imagine that. The Rolls Royce of reviews is the video testimonial. Take a look with us at how and why this decorator’s testimonial video rocks for his construction marketing and how you can use these ideas to nail your own construction marketing.
10 Reasons Testimonial Videos are the Ultimate Review Type for your Construction Marketing.
Reviews will make or break your business when it come to your brand and construction marketing. Fact. It’s why we’re always encouraging our Trades to collect as many positive reviews as possible for their business. And the written review has its place in your construction marketing for sure. Hundreds of great reviews on a Facebook or LinkedIn page can do a whole lot of the heavy lifting for you in your construction business. But the ULTIMATE review type – the Ronaldo of Reviews if you will – is the testimonial video review. Video is a vital part of your construction marketing toolkit. But a review in the form of a video testimonial can be the start of the snowball effect that helps you build your Trade and Construction company you’ve always wanted it to be. Let’s look at all the reasons why you should consider construction video testimonials as part of your construction marketing ideas…
9 construction marketing ideas to recession proof your business.
Never will your construction brand and marketing ideas be more important to you than when the economy is going through changes or a tough old time. When you decide to run your own Trade and Construction business, you know there is going to be ‘ups and downs’. It’s part and parcel of the ‘privilege’ of becoming a construction business owner. And oftentimes, the ‘ups and downs’ are a knock-on effect to factors outside of our control. Changes in the law and government. Worldwide pandemics. The Suez Canal. Recessions. If you want to run a successful Trade and Construction business, part of the gig is learning how to ride these waves. And your brand and marketing (done right) can feel like your guardian angel when times get tough. Helping you remain front of mind to people for those still willing and able to have construction works completed. And visible to those on the look-out and waiting for the right time to give go-ahead. So, get it right. Here's 9 Construction Marketing Ideas to help recession proof your business and ride those waves…
How Trevor Won a 5 Figure Decorating Project WIth his Construction marketing Without even Meeting The Clients.
Your Trade and Construction marketing ideas must be pretty good if you can win a project without even meeting the clients first. Imagine that? Your five-figure quote accepted and deposit made into your account an hour later. Sound too good to be true? Not for our Decorator Trevor – who tells us exactly how that happened in his decorating business for a spray-painting project after we worked with him on a branded proposal document that sealed the deal when he sent it along with his quote. Here’s the full story.