Best Websites for Graphics, Clip Art and Design Elements

The following is a list of sites I've found which offer incredible variety of images for all uses and needs. Whether you are in search of high quality pictures and elements for graphic design, simple clip art shapes or inspiration to help you create your next masterpiece, these are the best places to go. Enjoy!

Let's Chat! National Swap Ideas Day (September 10th)

Saturday is National Swap Ideas Day, celebrated on September 10th. This is one of those fun dates which I think invites interaction and provides great opportunities for engagement. You could participate by inviting feedback on a particular topic, asking residents to share thoughts on something of interest in your community, take a poll or start a lively discussion online!

Tips and Reminders for Small Business Owners | "Self-Improvement"

A collection of positive reminders to breath, learn and reach further every single day. Please feel free to bookmark this post, download the images or share from my Facebook page. Enjoy and be inspired!

18 Amazingly Motivational Quotes for Small Business Owners

A collection of encouraging words, compelling statements and images to motivate you along your journey. To download, just click any graphic to open in a new larger window and then save to your computer or phone. Enjoy and be inspired ~

Support Small Business | National Ice Cream Month and Ice Cream Day Promotional Graphics

Here are some graphics I created to celebrate ice cream month in July, along with encouraging support for independently-owned businesses. There are a few variations and you are welcome to download, repost and share! Enjoy!

Resources For Life | Inspiration on Leadership

A simple blog post highlighting some of the attributes of being a good leader and inspiring a team. Perhaps you will find wisdom in these quotes to share with others, or maybe just save the link for future reference. To download any image, just click on the picture to open a larger version in a new window, and then save to your device.

Articles, Topics and Notes of Interest for Marketing and Small Business | April 2020

My monthly collection of industry news, useful articles and interesting topics focused on trending discussions in marketing along with small business and entrepreneur life. Since we've been thrust abruptly into a world of quarantine, social distancing and a global shutdown, I have included links to several fascinating posts about economic shifts and thoughts on what lies ahead.

Thoughts On Small Town Survival | "Rebuilding Your Community"

We're at a crossroads friends, finding ourselves smack in the middle of an unfamiliar and challenging reality, as all across the globe, communities are seeing economic activity come to a halt. It's a little surreal and strangely odd to see retail stores and restaurants closing down, and cancellation of events and normal activities feels as if we are witnessing the chaotic hubbub of daily life slowing to a state of virtual paralysis. While it's easy to become discouraged and worried about our businesses, neighborhoods and people, there is at the same time an option to see opportunities for a new focus on rebirth and reinvention.

Brilliant Marketing | Unique Wine Delivery

In today's segment of "Brilliant Marketing", we introduce to you a booze-toting canine.

Yes.

You read that right - a Maryland winery is utilizing a four-speed friend for delivery. (I KNOW!)

Celebrating The Heart and Soul of Our Communities on "Mom and Pop Business Owners Day"

We are in the midst of troubled times, friends. There's no innovative way, really, to explain how unprecedented and unfamiliar the current climate of today truly is, and for that reason I struggled with a post for Mom and Pop Business Owner's Day. I wondered how to offer anything to remind us of the inspirational people who keep this country alive, thriving and economically vibrant, or what they might say to you if the opportunity were available. I settled upon something I wrote in 2017, edited a bit but still with words I believe ring true today.

Surviving Social Distancing | Observations and Helpful Tools You Can Use Today

Tough times mean we come together, right? Reach out to your neighbors, friends, business owners and first responders, because we don't know yet the impact our global crisis will have. One thing I am experiencing a large amount of concern over is the potential for increasing issues with mental health and/or depression due to a sliding state of mind as the days and weeks drag on.

It's Going To Take A Village: How To Be Part of America's Economic Recovery

The fuel, the energy and the life which surges through our country, states and neighborhoods; the people who with determination and resolve built communities out of empty space, raised up buildings which became familiar places and landmarks, and welcomed shoppers turned into friends - these people are right now as I type this facing an unprecedented time of gut-wrenching realities and heartbreaking decisions. These are our neighbors and friends who are now agonizing over the announcement they must make to lay off an entire staff, decide between continuing on and risking a further decline in sales just to keep the business alive for now, or the almost unimaginable choice of simply posting a sign on their front door stating "We've had to temporarily close. We'll see you again soon."

20 Projects and Things To Do During a Temporary Business Slowdown

A quick list of ideas to do during a temporary slowdown - and it IS temporary. While it sucks being in this situation so many of us are experiencing right now, I wholeheartedly believe the more productive we are now, the better prepared we will be to leap back into a full schedule once normal life returns.

Promotional Ideas for Small Business Love on Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day is full of opportunities for holiday marketing campaigns. While you've likely already been hard at work with a seasonal promotion, here are a few tips to assist with last-minute strategies. It also never hurts to be a courteous business professional who can provide suggestions and advice to valued clients in the way of outstanding local referrals.