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week 10 Project

update on week 10 project process

This week’s update from Launchora is all about growth—both in the business and in myself. What’s working: my offer is clear, and local interest is growing. What’s not: time is tight! I’m learning to balance and adapt.

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ONLINE SHOWCASE

Welcome to Launchora – your creative and affordable digital agency service for local business within st Catharine’s, Thorold and Niagara region.

This online showcase covers;

•The business name • The challenges addressed • Service offers to address theses challenges • The values Launchora brings to clients •Interesting information or facts about your Launchora services • Contact information information

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Launchora Local Competition

To stand out from the competition and offer unique value, small business owners entering the digital marketing space must have a thorough understanding of the market. My company, Launchora, aims to empower small businesses in Canada by helping them build their online presence through branding, content creation, and tailored social media strategies. To refine my approach, I have looked at the top three competitors in the Canadian marketing industry: BlueHat Marketing, CAYK Marketing Inc., and BrandLume. This is what I found:

BLUE HART MARKETING 

Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Montreal, BlueHat Marketing is a full-service digital marketing firm with a focus on PPC, SEO, and web design. 

Website Experience: Their website provides clear information about their services and case studies in a professional and easy-to-use manner.

 Market positioning: BlueHat emphasizes their proficiency in SEO and web design while aiming to reach companies of all sizes. 

Reviews: With 25 reviews, they have a 4.7/5 rating on Clutch, which emphasizes their timeliness, knowledge, and reactivity. 

Pricing: Hourly prices range from $100 to $149, with projects starting at $1,000+.

Social Media Presence: Consistently posting company updates and market insights on significant channels.

Advantages:

solid reputation in web design and SEO.

Positive comments from clients regarding outcomes and responsiveness

Weaknesses:

Higher prices  might not be affordable for very startups.

Clients looking for more comprehensive social media strategies may find  SEO-focused approach less appealing.

CAYK Marketing Inc.

Based in Calgary and founded in 2011, CAYK provides individualized digital marketing servics, such as SEO, content marketing, and social media management.

Website Experience: They have an educational website that lists their services and includes customer reviews.

Market positioning: Companies looking for data-driven marketing solutions can look to CAYK as a partner.

Reviews: on Clutch, they have a 5.0 rating, with customers complimenting their individualized approach and measurable results.

Pricing Projects start at $1,000 or more, and hourly charges range from $100 to $149.

Social Media Presence: Active on social media sites like Facebook and LinkedIn, posting corporate news and marketing advice.

Strengths:

Customised data driven strategies

strong client retention and partnerships.

Limitations:

Pricing may be a barrier for startups with limited budgets.

Smaller teams might find it difficult to scale large projects.

BrandLume

 Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Toronto, BrandLume provides a variety of digital marketing services, such as social media management, content marketing, and SEO, with an emphasis on cost and transparency.

Website Experience: Their pricing is transparent, and their service descriptions are easy to understand.

Market positioning: Companies looking for all-inclusive digital marketing solutions free of long-term commitments are the target market for BrandLume.

Reviews: credible ratings for their reasonable prices and efficient services on Clutch and Google.

Pricing: Minimum project amounts start at $1,000+, and hourly fees range from $50 to $99 as well.

Social Media Presence: Having an active social media presence means publishing updates and interacting with followers.

Strengths:

Clear price with no long-term commitments.

Numerous services that are appropriate for different business requirements.

Limitations:

Some customers may not find the individualized touch they desire in standardized items.

might not have extensive market niche expertise.