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Offline Marketing Tips to Generate Website Traffic

By David Hurley

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Published: 06May2010
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As a webmaster, you may think that offline marketing doesn't make any sense at first. However, if you take a moment to think about some of the most profitable online stores, they all run television ads and use other forms of offline advertising.

While you may not be in a position to pay for nationwide television advertising, that doesn't mean that you should ignore offline marketing opportunities when they arise Here are some offline marketing tips to generate more website traffic.

1. Focus on Promoting Your URL and Your Logo

When it comes to promoting your website offline, it is important to focus solely on your URL and your logo. These two details are the most important things that anyone could possibly know about your website. Your URL gives them a way to find you and you logo creates a sense of brand recognition.

Everything you do or give away should have your URL and your logo on it. This includes business cards, playing cards, golf tees, mouse pads, gift certificates, t-shirts, hats, and anything else you give away. It can also be on items that you send out such as letterheads and envelopes. Every offline marketing tip will relate to either your logo or your URL in one way or another.

2. Local Awareness

Apart from giving away products, one of the best ways to get the word out about your website is to get involved with the local community. There are many ways that you can do this, and the most it will cost you is some of your time. You could offer to be a guest speaker at local schools/universities, or you could offer to speak at the Chamber of Commerce. Another possibility would be to volunteer for charity events. All of these techniques can quickly generate word-of-mouth buzz and increase traffic to your website.

3.Regional/National Awareness

One of the best ways to get your website known on a larger scale is to attend conferences and trade shows that are related to your industry. These conference are not only networking opportunities, they also give you a way to showcase everything that your website offers. If you do not want to travel yourself, many businesses will hire local individuals to host their booth for them for the weekend. While you do not get the personal networking opportunities, you can still get your URL and Logo onto the national stage.

These are just 3 offline marketing tips that can be used to increase your website traffic. Many webmasters still do not put any effort into offline marketing, which leaves a huge gap that you can take advantage of. By utilizing these offline marketing tips, you can get a step ahead of the competition.

Find out more offline marketing tips for your online business by visiting David Hurley's website at Grasp-The-Nettle.com.

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