by Melanie Herron | Jan 25, 2013 | Blog
A common question among medical practices is whether or not they should hire a full-time marketing person or outsource. I can appreciate both sides of the debate having worked as both the marketing director of several health care organizations as well as the president...
by Melanie Herron | Jan 4, 2013 | Blog
Out with the old and in with the new. That is a saying that many can appreciate, especially at the start of a new year. When it comes to marketing, however, it can be challenging to step out of our comfort zones. It is easy to get in a rut and do the same thing (or...
by Melanie Herron | Sep 12, 2012 | Blog
If you want to grow your medical practice, you must have a website. There really are no ifs ands or buts about it. Today’s patients expect it. Many are even frustrated when a provider they are considering does not have a website. It affects the providers’ credibility...
by Melanie Herron | Aug 14, 2012 | Blog
Marketing a medical practice without a plan can be compared to driving to a destination without directions. Chances are you are going to get lost. Some practices believe that because they do not have much of a marketing budget they can just get by advertising as...
by Melanie Herron | Aug 10, 2012 | Blog
Eye contact is something we admire in a person. It shows respect and tells us that the person we are speaking to is paying attention to what we are saying. It is easy to understand why a patient would be frustrated with a doctor who is unwilling to look them in the...