Many businesses are becoming aware of the fact that having an online presence bring rewards and risks. Often it seems once something has happened to damage their reputation they then realise the importance of protecting their business online. But how do we protect our brand online?
Tips for Reputation Management In Social Media
by @valuerep on April 27, 2012 in Online Reputation
Should your business be using social networks to promote your social media marketing strategies and how will your reputation management NZ be affected. Many businesses have shied away from using Social Media because they are worried about potentially negative results and they fear that users will have a free rein and make a negative impact on the networks.
The Evolution of SEO
by @valuerep on April 13, 2012 in Strategies
SEO or Search Engine Optimization is the practice of improving the visibility of a webpage within a search engine, the position a result appears in the search engine reflects how high the user traffic through the site is. For a business having an internet marketing strategy that builds on their reputation management will most likely begin with an SEO strategy.
How Does Astroturfing Effect Your Brand
by @valuerep on March 29, 2012 in Brand Reputation
Astroturfing refers to a type of advocacy that supports corporate or political agenda and is structured in a way that makes it look like a grassroots movement. The motivation for this is to make political or commercial ventures seem like they have popular backing and manipulate public opinion in their favour.
How To Send Emails That Get Marked As Spam
by @valuerep on March 15, 2012 in Strategies
Most people receive a number of emails everyday and a typical reaction to a full inbox is to first delete unread mails from unknown addresses, to save time, and clear the inbox. Research reveals that this route is taken by at least 60% people.
Top Search Engine and Top Search Term of 2011
by @valuerep on February 28, 2012 in Online Reputation
The Year 2011 revealed some interesting figures. Google has had the distinction of being the top search engine for a long time, and though it still retains its rank, it has lost some of its market share. A leading internet research company called comScore found Google still used for around 66% of all search queries in the US for the month of November.
The Five Essentials For Local SEO
by @valuerep on February 8, 2012 in Strategies
Local SEO or Localized Search Engine Optimization refers to the optimization of a website so that it scores higher with the search engines when keywords pertaining to the business’ location are searched. Thus optimization becomes place specific, and helps the website get a higher ranking in every keyword search for products and services in that local area.
Online Business Reputation and SPAM
by @valuerep on December 12, 2011 in Online Reputation
Businesses often send unsolicited emails and messages in the hope of catching the recipient’s attention. But they seldom realize the potential damage this can cause if the messages get spammed. A survey conducted by an internet agency found that over 60% of people delete messages without reading them if the sender is unknown and almost a quarter even click on the ‘report email as spam’ button provided the service provider.
Why should you use a Reputation Management Service Provider
by @valuerep on November 28, 2011 in Online Reputation Management
If you are in business then you need to have plans and processes in place to manage your business’s reputation – especially if you have an online presence. Using a Reputation Management Services company is a smart, cost effective and important step your business can take to both safe guard and improve your businesses reputation.
Managing Online Reputations With Social Network Friends
by @valuerep on November 15, 2011 in Online Reputation Management
A man is known by the company he keeps-this age old adage, holds true in real life and on the internet through social networks. It is not uncommon to gauge a person by checking out his friends list on Facebook.

