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10 Must-Run Marketing Plays for Small Businesses in 2026

The year ahead favors the bold, the scrappy, and the founder-led.

If you’re a small business owner heading into 2026 with a “let’s just keep doing what worked in 2021” mindset… oh sweetheart, pull up a chair. The marketing landscape has officially entered the era of AI engines, personalized discovery, lifestyle storytelling, and consumers who can spot inauthenticity a mile away (even from behind a screen scrolling at 2x speed).

💒 June Weddings 2025: Trends, Stats and PR Goldmines for Lifestyle Brands
Social Media, Marketing, PR Carolyn Delacorte Social Media, Marketing, PR Carolyn Delacorte

💒 June Weddings 2025: Trends, Stats and PR Goldmines for Lifestyle Brands

Wedding season is officially in full bloom, and June 2025 is shaping up to be a celebration of love, style, and serious sales opportunities. Whether you’re a brand founder, PR pro, or marketing maven, here’s everything you need to know about this year’s wedding industry trends—and how to get your products on the dance floor.

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Small But Mighty: Why Local Media is a Game-Changer for Small Businesses
Marketing, PR Carolyn Delacorte Marketing, PR Carolyn Delacorte

Small But Mighty: Why Local Media is a Game-Changer for Small Businesses

If you run a small business or an emerging brand, you’ve probably felt the pressure to “go big.” Everyone’s chasing viral moments, national press features, or that elusive spot on a morning show. But here’s the truth: you don’t need national media to make a big impact.

In fact, focusing on local media can be one of the smartest, most effective moves for building trust, visibility, and loyalty—right in your own backyard.

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