We’re Moving!

We’re moving!

After 3 years of posting updates, events, information, and resources on this blog, we are excited to announce that we have launched our new website. http://achieveconsultant.com 

Thank you to all who have followed our blog, and share content that is meaningful to you.  We hope that you join us at our new location.  

At this site, you can learn a little more about Achieve Consulting Group and our team of award winning consultants.  You can learn about the services that we provide to our clients in the corporate, non-profit, and government sectors.  You can also find our blog posts…just as you did, here.

As always, you can follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Google+, and Pinterest.  

See you soon!

 

Where to next?

@Midwest: A social media conference converging on Central Illinois

I am very excited to be returning to Bloomington, in Central Illinois on June 6th and 7th for the @Midwest Social Media conference as a guest speaker.  I had a fantastic time at last year’s event, and can’t wait share some new and exciting tips and tactics on social media marketing for small business.

What can you expect at @Midwest?  Stimulating keynote speakers, hands-on break-out sessions and guided round table discussions, and the opportunity to interact with  industry peers to share social media ideas, tips and techniques.

What will I be sharing at this years @Midwest?  Here are the Session topics:

How to Like a Facebook Page from your Business Page

Bernia Wheaton from Achieve Consulting Group shows how to LIKE a Facebook page from your own business page, rather than from your personal profile.

How To Upload a Cover Photo on Facebook

Bernia Wheaton from Achieve Consulting Group shares how you can upload a photo or image to your Facebook Page as a Cover Photo.

How to turn on the Facebook REPLY button

Facebook has a new Feature! The REPLY button allows you to engage in conversation with your Facebook fans. Bernia Wheaton from Achieve Consulting Group show you How To turn on the REPLY feature on your Facebook business page.

How To Schedule Posts on Facebook

Bernia Wheaton from Achieve Consulting Group shows How To schedule posts for your Facebook Page.

Now, you can make effective use of your online marketing time on Facebook by scheduling the information that you want to share with your customers and clients.

Expanding your Reach with Social Media

W.I.N.G.S. Expanding your Reach with Social Media

Do YOU know how many people are using Facebook in the Stratford area? What about Twitter? Bernia Wheaton does…and she knows how to attract those users to your social media network! Join us on May 14th, as Bernia shares tips and tactics to growing your social media audience, engaging your fans and followers, and converting them into loyal customers.

Admission $8

Tuesday, 14 May 2013
Factory163
163 King Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 4S2
Meet and Mingle 7:00pm to 7:30pm
Bernia will speak from 7:30-8:30pm
Networking from 8:30-9:30 for those who wish to stay

iCAN-global Expands to Canada

I’m an entrepreneur. I’ve always been an entrepreneur. I’ve operated my own business for almost 15 years, and have worked on a variety of projects. I’ve even ventured into the world of economic development. My 5 years with the Perth County Economic Development office allowed me to support businesses, while supporting my community. I miss that.

So…I’ve incorporated Economic Development back into my business. I’m excited to announce that I’m partnering with iCAN-global on their expansion into Canada. It’s a natural fit to the digital marketing division of Achieve Consulting Group.

Who is iCAN?

iCAN is a Virtual Commercialization & Acceleration Network…with a focus on Economic Development. iCAN-Global forms strategic partnerships with economic development organizations to accelerate the development, sustainability and internationalization of local or regionally products and services.

I invite you to join me to learn more about iCAN-global and it’s expansion in Canada.

Mark Your Calendars for the May 15 Entrepreneur’s Breakfast Forum. It’s virtual. It’s FREE.

You can find all the details here http://conta.cc/11hzQsz

I look forward to seeing you online!

Bernia

How To Edit your Facebook Profile Photo and Scale it to Fit

Each day, as I visit various Facebook pages, I notice businesses (and individuals) who have a logo or image that does not fit properly into the 160 x 160 px profile photo box.

Here is an example:

I’m not trying to pick on Real Time web solutions, but their profile photo is a classic example of a logo that could easily be resized to fit.  Here is a quick video to show you how to change your Profile Photo and ‘scale to fit’ it.

Take a moment, and edit your profile photo, to create a professional image that reflects your business.

Marketing on a Shoestring

On March 20, 2013, I’ll be in Belleville to speak at the Beyond The City Lights Rural Tourism Conference.

Those who know me, know that I believe economic and community development starts at the LOCAL level.  That’s why I’m pleased to share a few tips and tactics with conference attendees on marketing for business.

Session Details:  Whether your prospective customer is a local resident, a business or a tourist, it is important to take advantage of every opportunity to market your business.  In this session you will take away some interesting, easy and cost-effective ways to promote your business. With Bernia Wheaton.

If you’re in the Belleville area…you can REGISTER at http://www.beyondthecitylights.ca

If you’re looking for assistance in Marketing on a Shoestring for your business, then contact us.  We can help you design and implement an e-Marketing plan that will grow your audience, and grow your business.