877 Toll Free Numbers: Common Misconceptions
There are quite a few misconceptions about 877 toll free numbers. The most common is that they are not truly toll free, which they are. Or some people think they are not as effective as 800 numbers, or other toll free prefixes. Or that toll free numbers in general are not as useful as they were over the last decade or two. We know that’s not true, and we have the customers to prove it.
So, in an effort to show businesses the important role toll-free tracking numbers take on in marketing campaigns, we’ve developed responses to some of the more common misconceptions about 877 toll free numbers…. Read more »
5 Ways To Close More Deals with Call Analytics Data
If you work in sales, you know the more data you have about a lead increases the value of that lead and the chances it will convert to a sale. You also know that it’s crucial for sales leaders to track advertising campaigns to improve marketing strategies and guarantee the best return on investment. Most likely, then, you know that exceeding customer expectations ultimately leads to more upsell and cross-sell opportunities.
But what you may not know is that tracking the results of your advertising campaigns should be intuitive, easily accessible, and provide valuable insights into customer needs, agent performance, and revenue growth opportunities. The right call analytics tool offers all of that and ultimately helps sales managers assess performance against industry benchmarks, identify agent knowledge gaps, and create strategies based on data you can actually use…. Read more »
You Need Call Tracking if You’re in One of These 5 Industries
The home improvement industry is highly competitive, and these businesses need an edge when acquiring customers. Using a call tracking number informs business owners on the best places and times to reach people with their ad campaigns for optimal results. And consumer profiles provides more in-depth data on callers to help businesses identify and market to their ideal customer, giving them a leg up on the competition.
Franchises (or any business with multiple locations) need to ensure that their customers reach the right location when they call. A call tracking solution with a geo-based routing option can best achieve this goal. Geo-based routing consistently sends callers to the correct location accurately and seamlessly. Call tracking solutions also provide franchisees with visibility into peak caller times, allowing them to adjust staffing levels as necessary…. Read more »
5 Simple Tricks to Attracting New Customers in 2022
So we wanted to share some ways your business can use 800response to generate more sales in the new year. Here are five simple tricks to attracting new customers in 2022.
To have a successful business, it is imperative that you give people an easy way to contact your business immediately after hearing your commercial or seeing your ad. The best way to do this is with a toll-free vanity number. Initiating a phone call with a memorable number means you are one step closer to a sale. … Read more »
7 Ways 800response Outperforms Google Ads Call Tracking
In our last post, we provided some tips on optimizing ad spend in 2021, and now with Q4 quickly approaching, marketers are taking stock of their ad campaigns and their budgets. Call tracking is by far one of the best ways to track campaign success and where to spend advertising dollars. For many companies, most of those dollars are spent on Google Ads, despite the fact that the cost-per-lead for Bing ads is much lower. But we’re not here to compare Google and Bing…. Read more »
3 Tips to Optimize Ad Spend in 2021 and Beyond
If your business plans to invest more money into advertising this year, you should definitely have a strategy. Given the estimated increase in ad spend, it’s also vital that you know which ads get the best results to ensure your ROI. To help you do this, here are three tips for optimizing ad spend in 2021.
People who invest in the stock market are advised to “diversify” their portfolios. By the same token, businesses should diversify how they invest their marketing budgets. Studies show that a combination of online and traditional advertising yields the best results. … Read more »
Grow Your Home Improvement Business with 800response and NAPAC
NAPAC contractors have access to an elite network of providers for marketing and other services. By providing access to these services, NAPAC helps its members grow their business while reducing costs. NAPAC offers a variety of benefits to its members. And as a NAPAC provider, 800response works with its members in the following ways:
NAPAC members receive exclusive lead generation tools for both on and offline marketing, plus lead generation training. At 800response, we provide the largest collection of toll-free vanity numbers available today. We know custom 800 numbers increase inbound leads because studies show that vanity numbers are 14 times easier for people to recall than numerical phone numbers. This increases inbound calls by 25 to 50% when used in multi-level advertising campaigns…. Read more »
Creative Ways to Use Vanity Numbers in Your Branding
For instance, when customers compare brands, they are more likely to remember numbers like “1-800-GOT-JUNK” over “Bob’s Junk Removal.” Using a catchy vanity number connects your brand name with what you offer, and it connects you to your customers.
Therefore, choosing a catchy vanity phone number is critical to your branding, and your bottom line.
Although a standard toll-free number gives customers an easy way to contact your business, a memorable, custom phone number can also reflect the products, services, or even the benefits your business provides. Along with promoting your brand and your business, a custom 800 number can also increase sales. … Read more »
Five Tricks to Optimizing Your Website for More Inbound Calls
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is always changing. In fact, in 2021 alone, SEO experts predict several new trends businesses should pay attention to. This makes optimizing your website for inbound leads a moving target.
But while SEO will always change, your business phone number will likely stay the same. Optimizing your website to generate more inbound calls will always support your overall lead generation efforts. Before you can hone your marketing efforts, you need to generate more leads and sales. We can help with both, and we’ll show you how in this post…. Read more »
5 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Call Tracking Solution
With the right call tracking solution, businesses can actually use crucial metrics on all of their inbound and outbound calls to significantly drive sales and marketing efforts. Here are 5 tips to make sure you get the most out of your call tracking solution.
In a recent study, 63% of consumers end up completing their purchase offline, either in-person or over the phone. With a call tracking solution from 800response businesses are able to know exactly which advertising campaigns attract new customers and generate sales. Let us show you how easily you can boost conversion rates and meet important KPIs (Key Performance Indicators). Schedule a short, 15-minute demo any time…. Read more »