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Out of Work, Business Slow? Don't Despair Promote Yourself!

Written by: Leanne Bucaro

Article Overview: This article deals with promoting yourself or your business during tough times using the tools PR firms use.

Out of Work, Business Slow? Don't Despair Promote Yourself!

During this recession a little self-promotion can go a long way, be it as an employee or entrepreneur. When times are tough getting the word out that you or your business not only exists, but also thrives is paramount to future successes.


Individuals looking for a job or those with a small business or cottage industry can apply the same tools public relation firms use to promote their clients. There are five tips that I strongly believe will get you, your business or product noticed in no time at all…and you just might have some fun doing it.

These tips will allow you to build you or your brand, and at the same time gain confidence while broadcasting your message to the world. Best of all, implementation of these promotional tips will let potential employers or clients realize how proud you are of what you have to offer and best of all in time, surely result in adding to your coffers.


1. Use Technology. Get the word out by joining social networks like Twitter, Facebook and My Space, or create your very own website.

2. Nurture Relationships. Join groups and associations, volunteer in your community, contact old and new friends and network, network and network!

3. Know Your Product…even if your product is yourself! Then you can sell yourself or your business with confidence.

4. Be Creative. Think outside the box, come up with an angle or dare we say, even a gimmick. Stand out in your field!

5. Be Resilient. Don’t take “no” personally, your services or products may just not be needed, it doesn’t mean you’re not liked. Let a rejection inspire you to move on to the next opportunity and prove past naysayers wrong!

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