Looking for a way to stand out?
Your clients are always interested in who you are and what people have to say about you. That’s the true currency of the social networking world.
Of course, we all know about getting testimonies from individuals. But another way to get attention to your company is to… 
enter a small business awards program or competition.
Here are a few that are coming up that you might consider joining
The Conway Center for Family Business Awards Program is a program developed to recognize excellent in family business and honors companies based in Ohio. The Conway Center looks at a lot of different factors when it comes to their awards including leadership, planning, communication, support and community service. You will need to enter this contest by August 4, 2011
What about the Avaya Small Business Innovators Contest? Avayahas a contest which rewards innovation with small business. To enter their contest, all you need to do is fill out their ROI tool and send them results. They will want to see how you would spend your savings over the next few years in innovative ways which will serve your customers, staff and suppliers. The big price is a whopping $50,000 of IP Office equipment and software as well as $5000 cash. There will be five runners up prizes worth $10,000 of IP Office equipment and software. The deadline for this contest is August 30, 2011
The Promotion Promotion from UPS is a winner. contest you really can’t miss. The UPS store has an online contest which will give a lucky small business a $50,000 marketing makeover. All you need to do is “like” the UPS store on Facebook. You can win up to $3,000 in weekly prizes including AMEX gift cards, Square mobile card readers and much more. Don’t wait. The deadline for this one is August 31, 2011.
Women Who Mean Business 2011 is another small business competition sponsored by The Washington Business Journal. They are looking for women who have ‘made a difference’. To apply you will need to be a female resident in the Washington area, have a strong record of innovation, outstanding business performance and/or a great track record of community involvement. September 16th is the deadline.
