Calli’s Lemon Poppyseed Jemuffins

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Rough Rider Bran Muffins

Bran muffins are sort of the step-child of muffins, right? Well, these are both tasty and well, effective, hence the name Rough Rider Bran Muffins. Simple, easy, tasty, bran muffins from our kitchen to yours! Bon Apetit! [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:2]
What a Social Media Strategy Means for Small Businesses

The concept of “social media strategy” is not new. Facebook, the flagship of social networking worldwide, has already been around longer than a decade. Since the inception of the Internet, people have used the web to make purchases, express opinions, and share content. For an artist, “media” means such things as wood, watercolor, and celluloid. For […]
10 Low-cost Business Ideas for Small Towns
When thinking about small towns, the ability to work and shop local are very appealing and important qualities, but they can be difficult to find. We want Merkel to be the very best it can be, and new business development is a great way to improve our beloved small, West Texas town. Some headway has […]
Social Media Growth: Get Connected

Social media growth is a hot topic among marketers, no doubt. Business owners from all kinds and sizes of companies are asking the question, how do we do it? Gurus are filling up the blogosphere with how-to’s and tips for social media growth. And now the ability to measure ROI for online marketing is growing, which […]
Favorite Christmas Stories & Holiday Quotes

We’ve compiled a list of favorite Christmas stories and holiday quotes to help welcome in that holiday spirit. Whether you spent this week frantically shopping, cooking, or wrapping presents, I hope you take time to read or watch at least one seasonal tale. Christmas stories, like all stories, have evolved with our times, so it’s no […]
5 Ways to Revitalize Your Small Town Business
Has your business stagnated? Sometimes, it seems like there’s nothing you can do to change your fortunes for the better. We all struggle at times. More often than not, there is something you can do. Getting back to basics and rediscovering your entrepreneurial roots could be just what the doctor ordered. “To improve is to change. […]
10 Lessons for Online Marketing from our Friends on FRIENDS

“So no one told you life was going to be this way (clap clap clap clap) Your job’s a joke, you’re broke, your love life’s DOA…” America’s favorite FRIENDS, Joey, Chandler, Ross, Monica, Rachel, and Phoebe, have some valuable lessons for us when it comes to the world of content marketing or business blogging. So […]
A Real Life Moving Story (A Cautionary Tale)
As I write this, know that my wife and I are actually in the middle of moving ourselves. We are moving from an apartment into a house, and the distance between the two locations is about 6 miles. Sit back and enjoy the story of our move, followed by 8 things to remember while moving.
6 Smart Tips for Brand Storytelling in Social Media

Social marketing through brand storytelling is about connection. So, you’re a business owner and you’ve got a killer product. Do people know about you? More so, do people believe in your brand? On social media people share videos, details about their lives, recipes, and advice on anything from what removes carpet stains to which pediatrician has a good […]