Brian Hughes

Brian is a seasoned digital marketing expert who loves to write about subjects that help small businesses grow their brands and increase their rankings online. He accomplishes this through his agency Integrity Marketing & Consulting, which he founded in 2011. Brian cares about people and businesses, and tries to show it through his writing by producing both generous and accurate content. He stays abreast of industry trends and news, making it easy for him to stay relevant. When Brian’s not spending time helping clients conquer their niche online - you can find him hanging out with his 3 kids. He also enjoys meeting new people and welcomes you to engage with him on social media.

Why Your Visual Advertising is Failing: Display Advertising 101

Why Your Visual Advertising is Failing: Display Advertising 101

Not getting much back from the visual ad campaigns your company is running right now? Here are reasons why your ads are falling flat.

Dec 22, 2023

startup office setup

What is the Optimal Startup Office Setup?

As a startup company, you may be inclined to outfit your office space with everything to make your team feel comfortable and more productive. Be careful though, some of that perceived extravagance could be money better spent elsewhere.

Oct 12, 2023

checklist for small businesses

New Year’s Resolution Checklist for Small Businesses

The New Year's holiday is naturally a time to reflect and to look forward. As a small business owner, it's good to resolve to be better in the next year. Here are things to put on your resolution list.

Aug 10, 2023

How to Monetize Social Media by Creating Excellent Content

How to Monetize Social Media by Creating Excellent Content

As you cultivate relationships with your followers, you can monetize social media by turning into a revenue stream for your business.

Jul 24, 2017

Are Your Employees Using Too Many Devices?

Are Your Employees Using Too Many Devices?

An average employee uses 2.3 tools to complete their work and 14 percent use 6 or more. That's way too many devices. These 2 tips will reduce those numbers.

Mar 9, 2017

Malik Zakaria shares three key tips for entrepreneurs based on insights he’s learned since founding his startup, Field Engineer.

Most Important Tips for Entrepreneurs? Find a Problem, Build a Solution

Malik Zakaria shares three key tips for entrepreneurs based on insights he?s learned since founding his startup, Field Engineer.

Nov 16, 2016

Why Your Business Needs a Corporate Scholarship Program

Why Your Business Needs a Corporate Scholarship Program

Giving back to the community is integral to sustained success and creating a scholarship program is one surefire way to build a solid brand.

Jul 7, 2016

business bleeding money

Is Your Business Bleeding Money? Here’s How to Stop It

There's no sense in taking on new projects to expand your business if simply managing those projects causes your business to hemorrhage money. There are plenty of platforms that could help you manage projects. Here's a guide to picking the best one.

Jul 19, 2015

deal with best buy

SEO Landed This Small Business a Deal with Best Buy

A husband-and-wife team used their extensive knowledge of SEO to get their niche small business noticed by some bigger companies. Now, they have a nationwide contract to sell their accessory products at Best Buy stores.

Jun 29, 2015