Spiky Carrot Blog Feedhttps://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/january-marketing-ideas-local-advertisingJanuary is the time for fresh thinking. Explore how creative local advertising and real world visibility can help your business stand out with Spiky Carrot.Sat, 10 Jan 2026 14:00:57 +0000https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/success-story-the-love-engineerDiscover how Spiky Carrot helped Alan Watts, Founder of The Love Engineer, connect with new clients by placing a branded poster in Girl Gang Beauty Salon & Training Academy in Manchester, supported by extra promotion in Carrot Club magazine and on social media.Fri, 3 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/success-story-glolife-on-demandWe helped Gemma Sanda, founder of Glolife on Demand, launch her online yoga and wellness app with a standout poster campaign at Mabel’s Café in Altrincham — the perfect spot to reach her target audience in a welcoming community space.Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/success-story-michelle-killoran-expWe helped Michelle Killoran of Cheshire Homes EXP connect with local pet owners by placing her poster inside Barking Mad in Sandbach — a perfect location for reaching potential customers who may be looking to upgrade their homes to better suit their furry companions.Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/feeding-the-ai-business-visibilityDiscover how Spiky Carrot is making its platform AI-friendly to help advertisers get found by both humans and AI tools. Learn why schema markup, clean HTML, and accessible design are key to future-proofing your business visibility.Mon, 11 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/success-story-core-socialDiscover how Spiky Carrot helped Core Social advertise inside one of their client’s venues, Number 9 in Warrington. This unique collaboration brought three businesses together — boosting visibility, connecting with the right audience, and showing the power of local partnerships.Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/reach-business-owners-beyond-officeWant to reach business owners effectively? Discover where business owners really work, meet, and network — and how Spiky Carrot helps you advertise in the places that matter most.Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/am-virtual-assistant-servicesAndrea from AM Virtual Assistant Services launched an eye-catching campaign with Spiky Carrot — see how we helped her get seen and share her message effectively.Sun, 6 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/bellissimi-beauty-found-the-perfect-ad-space-with-spiky-carrotSimi from Bellissimi Beauty got the ideal ad placement for her laser services — see how Spiky Carrot helped her get seen by the right audience.Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/why-adding-a-phone-number-to-your-poster-beats-a-qr-code-for-local-advertisingBoost trust, accessibility, and conversions with a phone number on your poster. Discover why it outperforms a QR code in local advertising.Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/your-calm-mind-academy-reached-the-right-clients-with-spiky-carrotHelen from Your Calm Mind Academy used Spiky Carrot to advertise offline and reach clients needing support with anxiety — see how we made it work.Mon, 9 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/art-by-steph-christie-found-the-perfect-place-to-advertise-with-spiky-carrotPet portrait artist Stephanie Christie found the perfect local ad spot with Spiky Carrot — in a pet shop! A natural match that brought real visibility.Tue, 3 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/flourish-foundry-reached-new-local-customers-with-spiky-carrot-advertisingDiscover how The Flourish Foundry used Spiky Carrot to advertise in local cafés and connect with customers in unexpected, high-impact places.Sun, 1 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-ad-space-for-your-business-goalsSelecting the right ad space is crucial for maximizing your marketing impact. This guide helps small businesses align their goals, target audience, and budget with ideal ad spaces, both online and offline, using Spiky Carrot’s versatile platform.Wed, 1 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/why-small-businesses-should-not-overlook-sponsorship-opportunitiesDiscover why small businesses should embrace sponsorship opportunities. Learn how sponsoring events, supporting local causes, and forming strategic partnerships can boost brand visibility, build trust, and create valuable networking connections to drive long-term growth and success.Wed, 1 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/what-makes-a-good-business-ad-design-tips-to-stand-outIn today’s crowded marketplace, creating a standout business ad design requires more than eye-catching visuals. It demands strategic use of branding, color, and compelling calls-to-action. Learn how to craft ads that captivate, inspire, and drive customer action.Wed, 1 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/diy-marketing-vs-hiring-an-expert-when-to-get-professional-helpMarketing is the lifeblood of any business, but should you handle it yourself or bring in a pro like Spiky Carrot?Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/from-digital-to-physical-advertisingDiscover how Spiky Carrot bridges the gap between digital and physical advertising, offering small businesses creative ad spaces in cafes, community hubs, retail shops, local magazines, and more.Mon, 3 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/10-cost-effective-ways-to-advertise-your-business-locallyDiscover cost-effective ways to advertise locally with in-café ads, sponsorships, and event marketing. Spiky Carrot offers budget-friendly ad spaces, helping your business gain visibility and connect with customers without overspending.Mon, 3 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/why-visibility-matters-how-to-get-your-business-seen In 2025, standing out is essential for business growth. Spiky Carrot helps businesses access ad space, boosting visibility and staying ahead of the competition.Fri, 3 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/the-curse-of-being-a-web-developerStarting a business is full of challenges, and being a web developer can be both a blessing and a curse when juggling responsibilities and realising your vision.Wed, 2 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/7-steps-to-generate-income-wrapping-business-vehicle-with-advertisementsTurn your vehicle into cash. Wrap your business car, scooter, or bike with an advertisement and earn extra income.Sun, 11 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/how-to-make-money-using-social-mediaTurn your social media fans into profit! Discover clever ways to make money from your online following.Thu, 25 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/how-to-monetise-your-business-blogBoost traffic and earn revenue by making your blog work harder for you.Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0100https://www.spikycarrot.com/blog/why-start-a-blog-on-top-of-everything-elseThe Spiky Carrot blog is here! We'll explore how it came about and why I'm excited to start it.Mon, 15 Jul 2024 10:24:21 +0100