January 2016 - Contentbay

27 Jan 2016

Sticky Post By cbay Posted in Banner Design Permalink

Banners That Stand Out for Outstanding Sales

Sticky Post By cbay On January 27, 2016

Make more sales

Have you had enough of advertising campaigns that give you no returns? Over 50% of your chances for success depend on your banners, so make sure that your banners stand out and your sales will too. We’ve got the perfect solution for you, one that will see your sales soar way above your competitors. Our designers are known for their prowess in banner design world over. Business persons have trusted us to transform their returns with only days of displaying our banners.

Learn from our mistakes

Benefit from our tried and tested knowledge. Since we have been designing banners for many years, we know what works and what doesn’t. You don’t have to make the same mistakes. With our rich experience in banner design, you can trust that we know what’s hot and what’s not as far as display advertising is concerned. We will give you the best options that are bound to bring you nothing but positive results within the set period of time.

Lower your Advertising cost

Because our banners generate more leads, your cost of advertising is bound to be cut significantly. As a result we’ll help you to meet the same number of sales at a fraction of the advertising cost. We understand your needs and concerns and so we are out to ensure you spend less for more.

With banners, when you get the design right, you’re guaranteed of impressive results. For this you need to ensure you’re working with the best that there is. Our designers have earned a reputation for creating topnotch banners which always meet the needs of our clients and sometimes even surpass their expectations.

You can easily triple your sales if you take advantage of the benefits that banner advertising has to offer. Contact us now and let us team up with you to take your business to the next level.

21 Jan 2016

Sticky Post By cbay Posted in Ebook Ghost writing Permalink

How to Choose Your Ebook Ghost Writer

Sticky Post By cbay On January 21, 2016

Every ebook ghost writer you come across will promise you amazing results but don't be fooled. You could easily end up wasting your time and money on a wannabe and this could also mean the end of the road for your dream of publishing.

Sometimes even the best need some help and with ebook writing, you must ensure you entrust your vision with the right person. Every ebook ghost writer you come across will promise you amazing results but don’t be fooled. You could easily end up wasting your time and money on a wannabe and this could also mean the end of the road for your dream of publishing.

How do you ensure your vision is in safe hands? How can you tell that the ebook ghost writer you’re about to trust with your story is the best you could find? These tips will guide you in selecting the right man for the job.

Do your research: Find out all there is to know about writing ebooks. Get all the facts, which are easily available on the internet. Consult widely from the experts and find out how much it costs to hire a professional ebook ghost writer. Knowledge is power.

Begin the hunt:At this stage, you’ll need all the determination you can master. It will get rather tough to distinguish the wheat from the chaff. Everybody you meet can easily turn into an ebook ghost writer, only for them to waste your time. Again, the internet can be your best friend but still, you also need to exercise a lot of caution.

Create a shortlist of eligible candidates: What rationale do you use in shortlisting potential ebook ghost writers? Look at their profiles as well as their reviews. Consider also their rates as this will be a major determining factor.

Elimination: This is one of the toughest stages and no ‘impostor’ ebook ghost writer can make it through. Make each of them prove their worth by giving them a test independently. If you are smart enough to come up with an ebook idea, you can definitely churn out a test idea. See how each of them handles it and examine the quality of the content and ideas they bring in. The genius will stand out of the crowd and you’ll know it when you see his/her work.

Discuss your idea: Now that you have a ‘winner,’ it’s time to let them into your world. Discuss your ebook extensively and clearly lay out your expectations. Listen to their ideas and make changes where you feel you should. Remember, this is your story and the ebook ghost writer is only helping you tell it. You may need their help yes but this is still your vision, a dream that is about to come true and you cannot let anybody else take centre stage.

Choosing a ghost writer is no mean fete. You’ll need someone who understands your vision and agrees with the purpose of the message. This person must hold your hand from beginning to the end. That’s why it’s vital that you’re careful who you let into your story.

14 Jan 2016

Sticky Post By cbay Posted in CV Writing Permalink

10 Things Never to Say During a Job Interview

Sticky Post By cbay On January 14, 2016

You go to every job interview hoping for positive results. Sometimes it's not your lack of qualification but your mouth that actually denies you the job.

When searching for a job, you’re always advised to be in your best behavior to avoid jeopardising your chances of getting hired. The bar gets raised higher when you’re attending a job interview. There are things that job seekers say that ruin their chances at landing a dream job. Be careful with your words because your mouth might land you into trouble.

Here are the things you should never say during a job interview, no matter how normal some of them may sound in your everyday life. Even when you’re tempted to say it, just don’t.

I’m So Nervous
First off, it’s very normal to be nervous. You just don’t need to tell the panel. You need all the confidence you can master during a job interview and being nervous and saying it only makes things bad for you. The interviewer may be looking for a confident person and your declaration of nervousness will simply be the death of you.

Do not Get Into the Interviewer’s Personal Space
They might have a nice haircut but don’t compliment them. Don’t congratulate the pregnant member of the panel. Don’t ask them if they have kids. It leaks of unprofessional-ism and nobody wants to have a nosy person as part of their personnel.

Badmouthing Your Former Boss
When they ask you to describe your former boss, don’t tell them how you hated his potbelly or how his mouth stinks or that he used to hit on you. No. If you cannot find positive adjectives for them, let it slide with a ‘He/she had a great personality’ or something similar to that.

I’m a Single Mom…
It’s normal for you to be a single parent and it’s something you should be proud of. However, you should never try to gain sympathy during the job interview. It only makes you look ‘needy’ and portrays you as an attention seeker.

How Soon Do I Go on Vacation
It’s a job interview mate, not a perks negotiation meeting. You are not in yet, so don’t ask such questions. Save them for later, when you actually get the job.

I’m a Perfectionist
This is cliche and should not be used in 2016 and beyond to answer the question about your weaknesses. All interviewers already anticipate this ‘perfectionist’ answer and so you should try and disappoint them. Find a real weakness and make it work to your benefit.

It’s on My Resume
Come on, they know that almost all of the answers to their questions are in there. They just want you to say it and if you don’t, then add this to your list of unsuccessful job interviews.

I don’t Know
You cannot afford to not know anything during a job interview. If you’re smart enough about it, you’ll have clever and sensible answers to all the questions even when you have no idea when you’re talking about.

Swearing and Using Everyday Vocabulary
Drop all F and S curse words at home before you go for the job interview. You cannot use words like stoned, gay, retarded, wasted and more during an interview too. Isn’t it too obvious?

I Have No Questions
Having no question makes you look disinterested in the job or the company. Formulate one or two questions beforehand so you don’t embarrass yourself.

You go to every job interview hoping for positive results. Sometimes it’s not your lack of qualification but your mouth that actually denies you the job. Be careful what you say.

11 Jan 2016

Sticky Post By cbay Posted in Technical writing Permalink

Writing Technical Papers: Mistakes to Avoid in 2016

Sticky Post By cbay On January 11, 2016

Technical writing is all about relaying information in a clear and effective way. While creating a technical paper, a writer always has to be cautious to ensure the purpose of the paper is achieved, thereby satisfying the reader. There are many pitfalls that you’ll need to avoid if you need your paper taken seriously. These mistakes, some of which are sometimes taken lightly, can easily ruin years of hard work invested in the success of a product or service.

Here’s what to look out for:

Failing to Plan: This is where most problems with technical papers begin. When you fail to plan, anything you write is satisfactory to you but fails to meet the needs of the reader. Planning enables you to come up with a concrete goal and provides a road map towards reaching your goal. Your plan will ensure fluidity in the technical paper, which makes work easier for the reader too.

Vagueness: The primary essence of writing a technical paper is to provide clarity and when this attribute is missing, then it fails to meet it’s purpose. Lack of clarity only makes it difficult for the reader to understand the content, which renders the document useless. Use of technical jargon and colloquial words only serves to make your paper more disastrous. Always ensure to deliver information in the simplest and most direct way possible.

Grammatical Errors: A technical paper should be taken seriously, by both the writer and the reader. Grammatical mistakes make this very difficult. Editing and proofreading make it easier to point out such mistakes long before the reader’s eyes are devouring the paper.

Spelling Mistakes and Typos: This is one of the most embarrassing mistakes in technical writing.

Bulky Paragraphs: The reader does not want to spend their entire life reading your technical paper. Only make it reasonably long but still not too short.

Technical writing should be a relatively simple but these mistakes make it look like rocket science. Avoid these mistakes and achieve the goal of every technical paper you write.

06 Jan 2016

Sticky Post By cbay Posted in Copywriting Permalink

Content Marketing: How to Boost Your Business in 2016

Sticky Post By cbay On January 6, 2016

Here's to a memorable year in content marketing. If you want different results at the end of 2016, you ought to employ a new strategy.
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Happy New Year 2016!

It’s a new year and you need to try new things for your business as far as content marketing is concerned. If you want different results at the end of the year, you ought to employ a new strategy and follow it through. Success in business never comes easy, you should know this by now.

What content marketing strategy did you try in 2015? Did it work? If not, maybe it’s time you tried something different. You can’t give up this soon. The year is still young and you can make massive changes before it’s too late. Lets discuss three content marketing tools which could easily help your business soar to greater heights.

Polish up your webpages. Haven’t you heard that content is king and there’s no substitute? The quality of all content you relay to readers ( potential clients) is very important. This is the face of your business and you ought to make it as appealing as possible. Engage professional web designers to create a topnotch website for your business. Ensure that the website content is also high-end and specifically tailored for your target market. It’s easy to find expert copywriters who will provide cutting edge writing services. Do not spare any expenses when you have a clear goal. In time, your Return on Investment will justify your efforts.

Venture into Ebook Writing. Ebook writing is not about to die and every internet-dependent business person who knows this is busy taking advantage of this medium. You can either decide to offer your ebooks for free or sell at your preferred price. Ebooks are currently one of the most effective content marketing tools. You only need to know your market and give them what they want.

Consider Infographics. Infographics are a convenient and appealing tool which makes work easier for you and the reader. You get to achieve your content marketing goals while giving the reader a great experience with content. You only need to ensure your infographics are eye candy, the type that a reader would want to share with other like minded people. How great your infographics are will ultimately determine how successful this tool will be.

There’s much more to content marketing than just webpages, ebooks and infographics. The internet is rich with options which could suit your target market. Study your audience and find out which tool works for your business. 2016 presents you with the opportunity to make things work for your business.

Here’s to a memorable year in content marketing.

Month: January 2016

Banners That Stand Out for Outstanding Sales

How to Choose Your Ebook Ghost Writer

10 Things Never to Say During a Job Interview

Writing Technical Papers: Mistakes to Avoid in 2016

Content Marketing: How to Boost Your Business in 2016

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