Ally Simpson

Communication in Ballymena should be easy

Posted by Ally Simpson | Oct 18, 2016 |

The root cause of almost any problem you will find in a company – and in life – is ineffective communication. – Claire Lew in the latest edition of Offscreen magazine. Communication should be easy. It’s not like we don’t have an array of options at hand to make it easier… But it seems to be a hurdle that some people just can’t leap over. I blogged the above content recently here on my personal blog. One of the reasons we re-post or re-share content or advice is because when something is worth saying, then it’s worth saying again and again…...

Five things your Ballymena Business must address

Posted by Ally Simpson | Oct 17, 2016 |

We posted these five quick tips in July – here. The biggest hurdle for many people in business is taking the first step and acting on advice given. Why not act now? Digitalising your business is important right now and, these five things your ballymena business must address are absolutely crucial. You and I are all plugged in, connected and digital, shopping, browsing, researching, reading, watching, influencing, being influenced… 1. Website: The myth is that your site needs to be all-singing and all-dancing, built from the ground up by an army of geeks and nerds who speak in code. The...

Google facts Ballymena should know and understand

Posted by Ally Simpson | Oct 3, 2016 |

Google is really important to you and your Ballymena business. This super helpful infographic is packed with Google facts Ballymena should know and understand. We spotted it on Social Media Today here and just had to share it with you. Our only minor disagreement here is that they say ’12 Google facts every marketer should know’ and, we feel really strongly that more small business owners need to be aware of these facts, not just marketers. If you need some help with your business and presence online our wider team can offer you a variety of solutions. Maybe you...

The online-self that we have created

Posted by Ally Simpson | Sep 23, 2016 |

When I started to blog in 2004 the web seemed like a very different place to what it is now. There was no Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or Snapchat. Back then connections with people all around the web almost always seemed courteous, kind and rewarding. The ability to connect with others in the early days of these social media platforms seemed like a privilege. A lot has changed though. Our presence on social media seems to now be more about defining who we are than connecting with others. We all want to establish a presence and be noticed. Likes, shares...

New website for local business McCarroll McConnell

Posted by Ally Simpson | Sep 22, 2016 |

We were excited this week to see a new website for local business McCarroll McConnell being launched. McCarroll McConnell are a long-standing Ballymena business who will take care of just about any insurance requirement you may have. Here’s what they say; McCarroll McConnell have been trading for over 45 years with dedicated staff fully experienced in handling every kind of insurance requirement. If you need help or advice on any insurance matters, our friendly and knowledgeable staff are always on hand to take your call. Whether you require household, agricultural, business or motor insurance McCarroll McConnell are on hand...

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Google facts Ballymena should know and understand

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