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How Swag and Print Design Can Benefit Your Business
In today’s digital-first world, it’s easy to forget the power of physical branding. But swag (branded merchandise) and print design are still some of the most effective ways to make your business memorable. Whether it’s a brochure that tells your story or a tote bag with your logo, these tangible marketing tools leave a lasting…
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Why Businesses Should Get Involved With Their Local Community
Running a successful business isn’t just about great products or services — it’s also about showing up for the people who live and work around you. When businesses invest their time, resources, and energy into their local community, everyone benefits. From stronger customer loyalty to new growth opportunities, community involvement is one of the smartest…
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Who Owns Your Content? With Us: You Do.
When you invest in marketing, one of the biggest questions often goes unasked: Who actually owns the content that’s created? At Milestone Marketing, we make it simple—our clients own 100% of their content. Whether it’s a blog, website, ad campaign, or social media design, once we deliver it, it’s yours. No strings attached, no licensing…
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The Best Marketing Software to Help Small Businesses Shine
Running a small business is no small task. Between managing operations, keeping customers happy, and planning for growth, marketing often feels like just another big job on the list. The good news? There are tons of tools designed to make marketing easier, more effective, and—most importantly—doable for small business owners without a giant budget or…
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Why Local Businesses Should Share Their Community Involvement
In communities across Kitsap County and Pierce County, many small businesses hesitate to share the ways they give back—whether through donations, sponsoring events, or supporting nonprofits. The concern is often, “We don’t want it to sound like bragging.” While the intention is thoughtful, staying quiet about your involvement actually limits the impact you can make.…
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Do You Need SEO Website Adjustments to Improve Performance on Google? (Yes—and Here’s How)
If you run a business in Bremerton, Port Orchard, Silverdale, or nearby areas, showing up on Google is crucial. While Google Ads can bring in traffic quickly, relying solely on paid ads can get expensive—especially if your website isn’t optimized. The solution? Strategic SEO adjustments that improve rankings, reduce ad costs, and give potential customers…
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Social Media for Beginners: What Really Matters
For many small business owners in Kitsap County, social media can feel overwhelming. With so many platforms, trends, hashtags, and strategies, it’s easy to get stuck before even posting your first photo. The good news is that you don’t need to do it all at once. Success comes from knowing where to start, focusing on…
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Should Your Marketing Company Host Your Website?
At Milestone Marketing, we do not host websites on our own servers. Instead, we build your site on trusted, widely-used platforms like WordPress, GoDaddy, SiteGround, or Squarespace (depending on your needs). Why? Because we believe you should always have full access and ownership of your website—no strings attached. With this setup: You hold the keys…
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Kitsap Halloween Bash: Why We’re Marketing Early—and Why It Matters to Our Community
At Milestone Marketing, we love helping local businesses shine—but every once in a while, we get to do something even bigger. This fall, we’re thrilled to be part of something truly special: The Kitsap Halloween Bash, a family-friendly, community-focused event coming to the Kitsap County Fairgrounds October 25th, 2025. Whether you’re a business owner, a…
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Facebook Analytics Looking Abnormally Low? Here’s Why – Missing Data for Shared Posts
Over the past few weeks, many business owners and marketers have noticed something unusual in their Meta Business Suite reporting. Starting in late June, post analytics — especially on Facebook — have become abnormally low. If you’re seeing incomplete data on your posts, it’s not just you. This appears to be a widespread technical issue…