The (Dangerously) High Cost of Giving Up Toll Free Services by: , May 9, 2013 In today’s economic times, you may have heard about businesses—big and small—cutting down on amenities to save costs. More and more are opting for customers to come and pay the tab. While we understand the need for businesses to stay “lean” and keep themselves in a better position for profit, we also know that by cutting certain amenities, like a vanity toll free number from your business, you are also cutting: · An easy to remember, paperless, calling card. · A more professional and established look for your business. Read More
New Contest from Custom Toll Free: Post the First Vanity Toll Free Number that Comes to Mind for a Chance to win a $10 Starbucks by: 00juno, May 7, 2013 Being memorable is what makes a vanity toll free number work best for your business. The quality of having your name and services in the thoughts of customers that need you is a benefit that extends beyond measure. Sometimes the best toll free numbers that make an impact on the market and in the memories of callers are thought of in just a snap. So to showcase this we’ve decided to build up some buzz on our Facebook following by offering a chance to win $10 towards Starbucks. Read More
What Does Your #SmallBusiness Need to Grow? by: Custom Toll Free, May 6, 2013 What do small businesses need to spur rapid growth in the economic landscape? According to the latest data from the LegalZoom/ Kauffman Foundation index on startup confidence released late last week, 84% of small business owners were confident in profitability over the next twelve months, with 96% of younger entrepreneurs bullish on growth. Of course that doesn’t mean there aren’t challenges out there today. So how can small business owners push growth regardless of what is going on at a macroeconomic level? What tools, strategies, and help should you be reaching out for? Read More
Play Small to Think Big: Seeing Your Services through the Eyes of a Small Business and Your Clients by: 00juno, May 2, 2013 It’s common knowledge to customers and employees in the food service industry that we “help ourselves”. Is there enough ketchup to go with those fries? No, grab some packets. Is one packet of sugar going to cover that whole cup of coffee? No, grab a handful. In other words, what would I want served with my order if I was sitting at the table? Your business should operate the same way. Are you satisfied with the services that you’re offering? If not, you’ve got a problem. If you can’t treat yourself the way you would want to be treated, then how can you expect your business to treat others? For Your Business, Your Service, and Your Toll-Free Communication, Be Your Own Customer. Read More
How Small Business Owners Can Leverage Competition by: Custom Toll Free, May 1, 2013 Monday’s release of Google Now on the iPad and iPhone is an aggressive move that could be extremely beneficial to small business owners and entrepreneurs. How can small business owners leverage Google’s strategy to leap ahead of their competitors? Siri’s nemesis has been unleashed! Google’s version of the digital smartphone assistant ‘Google Now’ is now available on Apple devices and aims to seduce users to the Android platform. Apple struggles to keep up with Samsung and Google Now claims the edge with intuitive coding that doesn’t just serve up search results but learns about users and takes a proactive approach to delivering on their wants in advance. Read More
