Shannon Belew – författare

For anyone thinking about starting an online business, this resource provides all the steps needed to take an idea and turn it into reality. Wiley Pathways E-Business begins by discussing the legal considerations involved in launching the business as well as tips for acquiring the necessary financing. It also delves into the techniques to follow for operating the e-business, including selecting the right products, managing inventory, creating a marketing plan, and more. The book then covers how to create a secure Web site that can track customer data.

This book presents a detailed methodology for growing sales and expanding their customer base via Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and other social media platforms.Internet marketing strategies have evolved well past the days of purchasing banner space on popular websites and hoping the right customers stumble upon it during their late-night searches. With the explosion of social media platforms, businesses can now tap into specific online communities and be confident that they are communicating directly and regularly with their target audience.Citing enlightening research and real-world examples, The Art of Social Selling will show you how to:Use content and conversations to build online relationships that transition to salesExecute realistic sales strategies for each of the major social media platformsSpot social media trends that may influence future buying behaviorsSell online in B2B and B2C environmentsTurn social shares (likes, favorites, +1s) into social salesSet tangible goalsUse online tools and analytics to track social influencers and identify relevant conversations as they are happeningComplete with a chapter dedicated to capturing mobile sales--a segment currently exploding as the adoption of smartphones and tablets continues to grow--this invaluable guide is a must-have resource for sales professionals in every industry.