Staying Relevant With App Development

The overwhelming rise of the tech juggernaut in our pockets is taking over our time and attention. Convenience is a part of it, yes, but the culture today is a whirlwind of change. Every company is vying to outdo each other with every expansion or update. Consumers have a hard time keeping up as is, but that does not mean they do not at all. You have to stay on top of your own expansion, or someone else will.

Whether you are a business trying to drive daily login traffic with your app, or if you are a business that just wants to keep your customers in the loop, the result is the same. As billboards and ads in the newspaper have been replaced by commercials on TV, so has every piece of the application world. Styles in user interface, integration with third party apps, and even portability to different smart product companions is all the rave. So how do you not get left behind?

You must start running the race now. A mobile app is not just a choice, it’s a must. It does not matter how big or small you are. First and foremost, signing up with a local, or high rated developer can skyrocket your connection with customers. Starting to look at other successful apps in your specific field is not a bad thing or frowned upon. You need to find out what is working for someone bigger than you, do it better, and in your way. Find out what YOUR customer base wants and tailor your app to that need. It may sound like it is an easy 1-2-3, and well, it’s because it can be. Do not get left behind in this foot race!

How to Grow Your Business Through Digital Apps

The key to small business growth is fostering customer relationships. Digital apps are growing in popularity because they can help you connect with your customers in new and meaningful ways. Read on to learn why a digital app should be your next business investment.

Native vs. Mobile Apps

Native apps are found in an app store, while mobile apps are browser based. Native apps are more established in the marketplace. However, web apps are gaining ground because of their low cost and easy setup. This makes web apps an ideal investment for businesses looking to grow their online presence.

Group Management Features

Imagine being able to group your customer base and market to those groups at the push of a button - that’s what apps can do! Your app’s dashboard can identify demographics and personalize marketing. This can help you better engage with your customer base while also reaching potential customers in your ideal demographic.

Subscriptions

Your app’s dashboard can help you better understand your subscriber base - how much time they’re spending on the app, what features they use most, and which products or services they prefer. Think of it as built-in feedback that doesn’t cost you a penny more.

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Combining a Print Campaign with Your Mobile App

Mobile apps are a cost-effective way to connect with your clients on a regular basis. Creating an app enables you to rotate sales flyers, manage membership groups, and send discounts to your regular users. A great example of this is the Tom Thumb grocery app. Users who download it not only see the weekly sales papers, they get coupons specific to items they regularly purchase, as well as purchase points that can be used for gas and grocery discounts.

Before beginning any new strategy, your key question should be How do I connect to my customers? Remember that all users are going to take the path of least resistance. As a business owner, it’s up to you to create that path.

Here’s how to mix the two strategies. Run a neighborhood door drop as part of your promotional campaign. Incorporate a discount or special pricing in your print piece, and encourage people to download the app to get an additional discount, join your membership program, or see more offers. Once users are in the app, they’ll get rotating offers to keep them coming back.

When using world class technology like mobile apps, don’t discount the importance of print. Marrying print and mobile helps you develop more effective business strategies, maximize your time and advertising dollars, and reach your ideal customers quickly and effectively.

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Michael Gonzales Hispanic leadership

Born 14 November 1969 in Dallas, Texas., His family moved to Dallas 100 years ago as part of the massive Latino migration to the United States. He has written extensively on the political and social reality of Hispanic people in the United States while serving as Executive of The Cultural Center in Dallas, which he co-founded in 1993, and he is an adjunct instructor at Northeastern Fort-Worth University.

In his role as educator/activist, he has been invited to speak at over 50 colleges and universities in the United States, Mexico, Canada and other Latino countries as well as in international forums such as the United Nations Decolonization Committee. For over 20 years, he has been a leading member of Hispanic community.

Over the years he has received many recognitions, including the Cook County Board of Commissioners 2009 Hispanic Heritage Award and the Texas Cultural Alliance: 2014 Outstanding Community Leader Award.

Mr. Gonzales has also been involved with Latinos for Education. He successfully developed numerous parties to serve as mentors for college students. The students were very grateful for his assistance and that of the mentors.

Michael has also raise scholarship funds for various organizations including the Hispanic 100, LULAC, and the Hispanic Real Estate Association among others.

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Your Voice Counts

Lately, activism has gotten a bad reputation in this country. Protests have been associated with violence and negativity. The truth is that our country was founded on protests and activism. Being vocal about our rights is not a negative thing, and we need to remember that activism and advocacy are the keys to enacting change.

In the late 1980s I was put on the board for City Club Dallas. It was a great honor, especially since I was Hispanic and it indicated a changing of the guard, so to speak. But I was surprised to learn membership was still for men only; after all, our city had its first female mayor. “So, if the mayor wants to join you’re not going to let her in here?” I asked. A few of the men took me aside and privately praised my intentions, but cautioned me to “take things slow” if I really wanted to help make changes.

Well, I didn’t want to take things slow, so I approached the challenge from a different angle. Our board had a sizeable budget to renovate the club, and I proposed a successful white female who had handled multiple high profile renovations across the country. At first the men were incredulous; they thought it was a joke and even asked if a woman could really design a club a man would enjoy? Ultimately, though she landed the contract and the men loved the final result.

That experience helped change their perception of women and cracked the door to see women as leaders and peers. After the renovation, I made a motion to allow women into the club, and over the next few years, successful Dallas business women joined the ranks as members of the City Club.

Someone used their voice and influence to help me, and when I was in a position of authority, I used my influence to help lift others up. The minority and female demographics have made strides because of activism. But obstacles still remain through policy, de facto policy, and inaction. If we stop using our voices, if we stop protesting, we stop progress.

We all have a sphere of influence, so let’s use our voices to advance progress for our rights and the rights of those who are still overlooked and oppressed.