Elements of Success


What does it take to be successful – as a business, as an employer, as an employee? There are two essential elements: 1) constantly strive to be better at what you do and 2) be “present”. The most successful people are open to opportunities for growth, are consistent and reliable, and focus on their goals and objectives. A business succeeds when it is driven by […]

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Social Made Simple


Social Media Marketing has become one of the most important methods of marketing for small businesses.  At first, social media can seem overwhelming. Whichever social media platform you try (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.), use these tips to maximize your efforts. Link your social media profiles to your business website. Pick one and do it well.  To start, choose a social media platform where your target audience lives and devote time to a quality presence on that […]

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Meet Colton Miller


The latest addition to the GBS team, completing an intern requirement, is Video Production/Editor: Colton Miller. Colton recently graduated from IUP in Communications Media. He is enjoying learning from co-owner and 40-year Video Producer: Linda Henderson. Welcome to the team Colton! www.gbswebservices.com #NewTeamMember #GBS #GBSIntern #VideoProduction

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Reflect on Your Business Personality


What is your business culture? It’s the personality of your company (whether that’s online, providing a service, or in a storefront) and part of your brand. What do your employees and customers experience with your business? How does it feel to be a part of what you do? Are you more formal or creative? Are you specialized or eclectic? Is your business fast-paced or relaxed? […]

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New Team Member: Megan McAninch


The latest addition to the GBS team is Clerical Assistant: Megan McAninch.  She will be assisting with clerical duties related to the web & the training side of our business.  Megan is a Venango Technology Center (Vo-Tech) and  Franklin High School graduate.  Megan is a Microsoft Office Specialist (Expert) in Word, Excel and PowerPoint and is a Certified PC Pro & Certified Desktop Pro Technician.  We […]

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Share Your Photos on Flickr


Flickr was around before ‘social media’ was even a buzz word. Flickr is a photo sharing platform and social network where users upload photos for others to see. It’s more focused on the art of photography than any other social media platform. Flickr is a great place to store all of your images online. The free version allows you to store up to 1,000 images, […]

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Volunteer: Do it for you. Do it for your community.


The greatest gift you can give yourself is to help someone else. In lifting others, we lift ourselves and become part of a better, stronger, healthier community. When you volunteer, you connect with others who have a giving spirit. Collectively, you are helping to build something better. Anyone who has volunteered for a cause will tell you it changed them. It heightens your awareness of the struggles of […]

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GBS Hires Another Team Member


The latest addition to the Gibbons Business Solutions, LLC team is Social Media Marketing Specialist Tara Fleming.  She will be assisting with creating and posting social media content and graphics for businesses whom GBS manages social media content.  Tara is also a talented photographer and will be utilizing those skills at GBS as well, capturing images for social media posts, websites and print publications. Tara […]

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Capturing an Audience On-the-Move


Your audience is on-the-move – literally. Nearly half of all Facebook users are accessing the site with a mobile device; it’s right in their pocket, so they are also viewing more often. With this number growing, it’s increasingly important that your entire online presence is mobile friendly. If not, you may be missing half your potential audience! Here are some tips: Use graphics, photos and […]

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Main Street Resurgence


With the rise of rent at the malls, the exit of large chain stores and competition from online shopping, we continue to see stores move out of malls to lower cost locations. What does this mean to the retail business market? Many rural areas and small towns are experiencing an increase in “mom and pop” businesses. As main streets fill with a variety of places […]

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