Marketing Tactics for Niche Markets

Marketing a Labels and Tags Business

It's becoming more and more difficult for labels and tags businesses to rise above the clamor of the marketplace. Innovative marketing strategies may be your best bet for out-promoting -- and outperforming -- the competition.

A single characteristic divides today's best labels and tags businesses from companies at the bottom of the food chain.

Marketing increases the brand footprint of a labels and tags business through a diverse range of marketing channels and mediums.

Broadcast Advertising

No doubt about it, the Internet has had a dramatic impact on TV and radio advertising. Rather than tuning in for information, many buyers now prefer to get their news and entertainment through online sources. However, it would be a mistake to discount broadcast advertising entirely. Many labels and tags businesses can still use it to their advantage. Best practices for the use of broadcast advertising require businesses to evaluate their target audience's listening or viewing patterns and then tailor their media purchases to specific media outlets rather than blanketing the geography with brand messaging. When broadcast strategies are applied to labels and tags businesses, the target audience is almost always local or regional. For broader reach, you'll likely need to look beyond broadcast venues and explore other online and offline marketing vehicles.

Why Branding Matters

Branding isn't just a marketing buzzword. It's a core concept for businesses trying to entrench themselves in consumer consciousness. Whether you know it or not, your labels and tags business possesses brand value. Smart marketing strategies differentiate and reinforce brand identity. Companies that incorporate brand positioning into their normal marketing routines gradually accumulate higher brand values and are rewarded by consumers.

Email Campaigns

Today's consumers are extremely tech-savvy. They rely on social media and email to both receive and transmit brand messages. What does that mean for your company? It means the odds are in favor of email campaigns actually connecting with customers. In many labels and tags businesses, the real challenge is compiling a substantive quantity of qualified email addresses. At Gaebler, we recommend buying mailing lists from professional, third-party providers. Purchased lists aren't the only source for customer contacts, but they can be used to create fast momentum for email campaigns and other initiatives.

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