Case Studies & Insights

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Here are some case studies & “best established practices” to consider when building your digital marketing machine.

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Marcus’s Case Study: HVAC For Mixed-Use Commercial Properties

Marcus, the owner of a small HVAC business, faced challenges expanding into mixed-use commercial properties due to inconsistent lead flow and the complexity of managing varied tenant needs. By partnering with Ronin’s HVAC Match System and launching the Integrated Comfort Plan, Marcus secured 3 major long-term contracts totaling $90,000 in annual revenue. Additionally, he picked up an average of 7 smaller deals per month, each worth $2,900, adding an extra $20,300 in monthly revenue.

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Joe’s Case Study: Logistics Warehouses HVAC Solutions

Joe, an HVAC business owner, wanted to break into the logistics warehouse niche but wasn’t sure how to get noticed or prove his value. With Ronin’s HVAC Match System, Joe locked in 4 major contracts worth $120,000 annually and started landing 11 smaller deals a month, adding another $27,500 to his monthly revenue.

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Liam’s Case Study: HVAC For Fitness & Recreation Facilites

Liam, an HVAC business owner, wanted to specialize in fitness and recreation facilities but struggled with inconsistent leads and low client retention. By partnering with Ronin and leveraging their HVAC Match System, Liam secured 5 gym contracts worth $150,000 annually and added 13 smaller service jobs per month, generating an additional $390,000 annually.

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Daniel’s Case Study: HVAC for Hospitality & Hotels

Daniel wanted to expand into the hospitality niche but struggled to connect with hotel decision-makers. By partnering with Ronin and leveraging the “HVAC Match System”, his custom “Comfort and Savings Program” helped him land a 3-year maintenance contract with a mid-sized hotel, saving them $35,000 annually in energy costs and boosting his recurring revenue by 40%.

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Stephen’s Case Study: Residential Painting Contractor

Stephen, a residential painting contractor specializing in high-quality interior and exterior projects, was struggling with inconsistent leads and limited online visibility. With Ronin’s Painting Pro Growth Plan, they launched a compelling offer and targeted campaigns, securing 7 projects in 3 weeks and reaching $75,000 in revenue within 8 weeks.

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Ray’s Case Study: Ray, HVAC for Data Centers and Server Rooms

Ray struggled to break into the lucrative data center market due to a lack of experience in the niche. With Ronin’s “HVAC Match System” and a tailored “Zero Downtime Guarantee” offer, Ray landed contracts with 2 major data centers within 3 months, driving a 30% revenue increase.

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Victor’s Case Study: Home Renovations & General Contracting

Victor, a general contractor specializing in residential renovations, faced challenges generating consistent leads and converting inquiries into high-value projects. With Ronin’s Residential Contractor Growth Program, they launched a strategic campaign that secured $60,000 in revenue within the first 2 weeks and grew to $200,000 in 3 months.

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Case Study: Armand, HVAC for Healthcare Facilities

Armand, an HVAC business owner specializing in healthcare facilities, struggled with securing consistent service agreements and diversifying his client base. By partnering with Ronin and leveraging the “HVAC Match System”, Armand’s custom “Essential Uptime Assurance” offer brought in 6 new contracts within 4 months, increasing his recurring revenue by 60%.

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Mitch’s Case Study: Residential Electrical Contracting

Mitch, a residential electrical contractor specializing in smart home automation, faced challenges in reaching new customers and educating homeowners about the affordability and benefits of smart home upgrades. With the introduction of Ronin’s Smart Home Essentials Plan, they secured 8 projects in just 6 weeks, generating $80,000 in revenue. This success proved that a well-crafted offer and targeted marketing can deliver quick wins and set the foundation for long-term growth.

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How Ronin’s Done-For-You Service Saves Time and Delivers Results: A Solution for Skilled Trades Businesses

For skilled trades businesses that rely on day-to-day client work and operational tasks, finding time to manage a digital marketing strategy can feel impossible. Many business owners recognize the importance of marketing but struggle to implement an effective strategy due to the demands of their primary work. This is where Ronin’s Done-For-You (DFY) Marketing Service comes in—providing time-saving, results-driven digital marketing tailored specifically for skilled trades businesses.

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Calculating the Time Investment in DIY Marketing: A Guide for Small Business Owners

DIY marketing has become an attractive option for small businesses looking to save money and retain control over their brand. While it can be effective, DIY marketing requires a substantial time investment, which can take business owners away from core tasks. Understanding the true time cost of DIY marketing can help you make an informed decision about whether it’s the right approach for you.

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How to Decide When to Hire a Marketing Expert

Every business, especially those in the skilled trades, reaches a point where effective marketing becomes critical for sustained growth and visibility. While some companies manage to handle marketing internally, there often comes a time when hiring a marketing expert can make a big difference. In this guide, we’ll explore when hiring a marketing expert makes sense, the benefits they can bring, and how to identify the signs that your business is ready to take that step.

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Comparing the Cost of DIY Marketing to Outsourcing

For small businesses, particularly those in skilled trades, marketing decisions often come down to a key choice: whether to tackle it in-house or outsource it to a marketing agency. Each approach has its unique benefits and potential drawbacks, especially when it comes to costs. Understanding the full financial picture of DIY marketing versus outsourcing can help businesses make an informed decision that aligns with their goals, resources, and available time.

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Engaging Content Ideas to Keep Your Audience Interested

Creating engaging content is essential to keeping your audience’s attention and building long-term relationships. The right content keeps people coming back, builds trust, and drives conversions. If you’re wondering how to keep your audience interested, we’ve got you covered with actionable ideas to help you create engaging, varied, and audience-focused content.

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Automating Your Marketing to Save Time and Boost Results

In today’s fast-paced business environment, marketing automation has become a game-changer, particularly for small to mid-sized businesses aiming to maximize efficiency without compromising on quality. Marketing automation not only streamlines your efforts but also enables more personalized interactions, ultimately saving time and improving results. This guide will explore how marketing automation works, the tools you need, and strategies to effectively use automation to drive growth and free up time for other essential tasks.

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Improving Website Conversion Rates with User-Friendly Design

In the world of online business, a well-designed, user-friendly website is one of the most critical tools for converting visitors into customers. A visually appealing and easy-to-navigate website can significantly improve your conversion rates by guiding users smoothly through the sales funnel, building trust, and simplifying the journey from interest to action.

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Using Retargeting to Capture Missed Leads: A Guide for Small Businesses

Imagine a potential customer visiting your website, browsing your services or products, and then leaving without making a purchase or filling out a contact form. It’s a common scenario, and while it might feel like a missed opportunity, retargeting can help you bring that lead back. Retargeting, also known as remarketing, is a powerful digital marketing strategy that lets you reconnect with people who’ve previously interacted with your brand online. By staying top of mind, you can effectively capture missed leads and increase the chances of turning them into paying customers.

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Common SEO Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them: A Guide to Effective Optimization

Achieving success in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) requires more than just keywords and content. SEO is a dynamic field with evolving algorithms, techniques, and strategies that, if done incorrectly, can lead to frustrating setbacks. Many websites struggle with common SEO pitfalls, often finding that despite their efforts, they aren’t seeing desired results. This article breaks down the most frequent SEO mistakes and provides actionable tips to avoid them.

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How to Avoid Overspending on Ads

Running ad campaigns can be an effective way to attract customers and grow your skilled trades business. However, many businesses find themselves overspending without seeing the return they expected. With proper planning, smart targeting, and ongoing monitoring, you can avoid overspending on ads while maximizing your results. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you manage your ad spend wisely and ensure your budget is working for you.

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Top Digital Marketing Mistakes Skilled Trades Make

In an increasingly digital world, building a solid online presence is essential for skilled trades businesses to reach new customers and foster growth. Whether you’re a plumber, roofer, carpenter, or general contractor, understanding digital marketing is vital for success. However, many skilled trades businesses often make some common mistakes that limit their digital potential. Below, we’ll explore these top digital marketing mistakes and provide insights on how you can avoid them to make a stronger impact online.

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Cost-Effective Project Management Tools for DIY Marketing

Managing a DIY marketing campaign is no small feat, especially when you’re wearing multiple hats. From organizing content schedules to tracking performance, project management tools can help you stay on track and maintain focus. Thankfully, there are numerous affordable or even free project management tools available that make it easier for small businesses and individual marketers to achieve their goals without breaking the bank. Here’s a guide to some of the best cost-effective project management tools for DIY marketing.

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Evaluating Your Online Performance: Key Metrics to Track

In the world of digital marketing, tracking your online performance is essential for understanding your impact, identifying areas for improvement, and making data-driven decisions. Without a clear understanding of key performance metrics, it’s nearly impossible to know if your strategies are working or where you need to adjust. This guide covers the critical metrics every business should track to evaluate online performance, from website activity and social media engagement to email marketing success and more.

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How to Conduct a DIY Digital Marketing Audit

In today’s digital-first landscape, it’s essential for businesses to periodically evaluate their online presence and marketing performance. A Digital Marketing Audit allows you to understand how your business is performing across different online channels, spot areas for improvement, and ensure that your strategies align with your business goals. Even if you’re not a marketing expert, a DIY digital marketing audit can reveal valuable insights and help you make data-driven decisions. Here’s a step-by-step guide to conducting your own audit effectively.

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Free Tools Every Trade Business Should Use

Running a trade business requires more than just skills and expertise; it also takes strategic planning, marketing, and management to reach potential clients and stand out in a competitive market. Fortunately, there are many free digital tools that skilled trade businesses can leverage to enhance their operations and marketing efforts without adding to the overhead. In this article, we’ll explore essential free tools for trade businesses and how each can support your business growth.

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Client Appreciation Ideas for Skilled Trades

In the skilled trades, customer relationships often go beyond transactions. Many clients view skilled tradespeople as trusted partners in home improvement or essential service maintenance. Showing appreciation to clients is not only a thoughtful gesture but can also help increase loyalty, boost word-of-mouth referrals, and create a stronger community around your business. Here are some effective client appreciation ideas to keep your clients coming back and spreading the good word about your services.

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Tips on Keeping Clients Engaged with Regular Updates

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, staying top of mind with your clients is essential. Regular updates help build trust, showcase your expertise, and keep clients informed about your latest services or offerings. Whether you’re in the skilled trades industry, a local business owner, or part of a growing enterprise, keeping clients engaged through consistent communication can lead to higher customer satisfaction and more repeat business.

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How to Implement a Loyalty Program to Increase Repeat Business

In today’s competitive market, customer loyalty is crucial. For skilled trades and small business owners, building a loyal customer base not only provides steady income but also creates opportunities for referrals and long-term relationships. Implementing a loyalty program is one of the best ways to encourage repeat business. In this guide, we’ll cover the essentials of setting up a successful loyalty program that resonates with your customers and boosts your business.

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Building Client Trust: Nurturing Leads through Email Sequences

In today’s digital landscape, nurturing leads through email marketing is one of the most effective ways to build trust with potential clients. This approach is particularly valuable for small businesses and service-based industries that rely on strong client relationships. A well-planned email sequence can guide a prospect from initial interest to a fully committed client, establishing trust and positioning your business as a reliable authority in your field. Here’s a comprehensive guide on building client trust by nurturing leads through email sequences.

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How to Track and Measure Your Ad Success: A Guide for Businesses

Creating ads is just one part of a successful digital marketing strategy. Understanding how well these ads perform and how they contribute to your goals is essential for growth. By tracking and measuring the right metrics, you can make data-driven decisions to improve your campaigns, maximize return on investment (ROI), and reach your target audience more effectively. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to track and measure ad success.

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Cost-Effective PPC Strategies for Trades with Limited Budgets

For skilled trades businesses, reaching potential customers online is crucial, yet managing a marketing budget can be challenging. PPC (pay-per-click) advertising offers an effective way to attract leads, even on a tight budget. With the right strategies, trades professionals can run cost-effective PPC campaigns that reach the right audience without overspending. Here’s a guide to help you maximize the impact of your PPC efforts while keeping costs low.

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PPC Advertising Basics: Targeting Your Ideal Clients

Pay-per-click (PPC) advertising has revolutionized the way businesses reach their target audience, offering skilled trades and small businesses alike a valuable opportunity to grow their client base and build brand awareness. For those new to PPC, this guide explains the basics of creating a PPC campaign, from selecting platforms and setting budgets to targeting your ideal clients for the best return on your investment.

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Introduction to Google Ads for Trades: How to Start a Campaign

For skilled trades businesses, Google Ads offers a powerful platform to connect directly with potential customers searching for services like yours. Whether you’re a plumber, electrician, roofer, or landscaper, a well-crafted Google Ads campaign can help you reach customers right when they’re actively looking for a solution. This guide will walk you through the basics of setting up your first Google Ads campaign, covering the benefits, targeting options, keyword research, ad creation, and best practices for tracking success.

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The Basics of Social Media Ads for Skilled Trades

For skilled trades businesses, social media advertising can be an effective way to reach potential clients, increase visibility, and build a steady stream of inquiries and leads. Whether you’re a plumber, electrician, carpenter, or roofer, using social media ads helps you connect with people who need your services right when they’re looking for them. This guide will walk you through the basics of social media ads for skilled trades, covering platform choices, key ad types, targeting tips, and best practices for setting up ads that drive real results.

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How to Build a Social Media Calendar that Saves Time

A well-organized social media calendar is one of the most effective tools to keep your online presence consistent, on-brand, and engaging, without constantly scrambling for new ideas. By setting up a calendar, you streamline your social media management, save valuable time, and ensure you always have high-quality content ready to share. Let’s dive into how to build a social media calendar that simplifies your posting schedule and maximizes your impact.

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Content Ideas for Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest: Engaging Your Audience in the Skilled Trades

Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest are powerful tools for skilled trades businesses to connect with their audiences, showcase their work, and drive engagement. However, knowing what content works best on each platform is crucial to maximizing impact. Each platform has unique strengths, and creating tailored content allows you to harness their potential for your skilled trades business.

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Choosing the Right Social Media Platforms: A Guide for Trades

Social media isn’t just for selfies, influencers, or online stores—it’s an essential tool for skilled trades businesses too. From generating new leads to building trust, social media can give your trade business a big advantage. But with so many platforms out there, how do you choose the ones that will work best for your business? This guide will help you navigate the most popular social media platforms and select the right ones to reach your target customers effectively.

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The Power of Reviews: How to Get and Use Customer Testimonials

Customer reviews and testimonials are essential assets for any business. In the digital age, they play a crucial role in building trust, attracting new clients, and establishing credibility. Skilled trades businesses, in particular, can greatly benefit from positive testimonials that showcase the quality of their work, professionalism, and customer satisfaction. This guide explores why reviews matter, how to encourage your clients to leave them, and how to leverage these testimonials effectively.

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Email Marketing for Trades: Building and Nurturing Your Client Base

Email marketing is a powerful tool for skilled trades businesses, offering a direct way to engage and nurture both prospective and existing clients. From regular updates to exclusive offers, email campaigns can help build trust, drive repeat business, and keep your brand top of mind. This guide will walk you through the essentials of email marketing tailored for skilled trades, from setting up your email list to creating valuable content that keeps clients coming back.

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Creating Landing Pages That Convert

Landing pages play a critical role in digital marketing by driving specific actions, from capturing leads to increasing sales. Unlike other web pages, landing pages are designed with a singular purpose in mind: to convert visitors. This guide will walk you through the essentials of creating a landing page that doesn’t just attract visitors but turns them into customers.

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Effective Lead Generation Strategies for Skilled Trades

For skilled trades businesses, lead generation is essential to finding and securing new clients. With so many options available, it can be difficult to know where to focus your efforts for the best results. Here, we’ll cover effective lead generation strategies tailored to skilled trades, from traditional approaches to digital tactics, so you can start building a steady pipeline of potential clients today.

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DIY SEO Tips for Skilled Trades: Keywords, Content, and Local Listings

For skilled trades businesses, attracting new clients can be challenging, especially when relying solely on word of mouth or referrals. By focusing on SEO (Search Engine Optimization), you can increase your online visibility, attract local clients, and stand out from the competition. Here’s a comprehensive guide to DIY SEO that will help your skilled trades business get discovered online.

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Branding Basics: How to Position Your Trade Business Online

In today’s digital age, positioning your trade business online is essential to standing out, building trust, and attracting customers. With a strong online brand, potential clients recognize who you are, understand your value, and feel confident in choosing your business over competitors. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of branding essentials and actionable steps to effectively position your trade business online.

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Creating a Professional Website: Essentials and Best Practices

In today’s digital age, a professional website is more than just an online business card—it’s a powerful tool for attracting customers, building trust, and growing your business. Whether you’re a startup, a small business owner, or an established brand, a well-designed website can set you apart from competitors and serve as the central hub for your digital presence.

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Setting Up Google My Business and Local SEO for Skilled Trades

As a skilled trades business, whether you’re a plumber, electrician, HVAC technician, or carpenter, having an online presence is essential. When people search for local services, they turn to search engines—especially Google—to find trustworthy businesses nearby. Setting up and optimizing a Google My Business (GMB) profile and implementing local SEO strategies can make a world of difference in getting found by local customers and growing your business.

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How Digital Marketing Complements Word-of-Mouth

For decades, word-of-mouth has been the backbone of business success, especially in trades and service industries. When clients share positive experiences with friends and family, they generate trusted recommendations that build credibility and drive new business. But as the digital landscape grows, digital marketing has emerged as an invaluable ally, amplifying the power of word-of-mouth and expanding its reach to connect with a broader audience.

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Understanding the Customer Journey in the Digital Age

As technology continues to evolve, so does the customer journey. No longer a straightforward path from interest to purchase, today’s customer journey involves multiple touchpoints across various channels, from social media to email, online reviews, and beyond. In the digital age, understanding the nuances of this journey is crucial for businesses looking to create personalized, impactful experiences that resonate with their customers and foster brand loyalty.

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The Importance of Online Presence for Skilled Trades Businesses

In today’s digital-first world, a strong online presence is no longer just a nice-to-have; it’s an essential part of any business’s success strategy. For skilled trades businesses—from electricians and plumbers to carpenters and HVAC technicians—this is especially true. While word-of-mouth and traditional advertising have long been the backbone of marketing for the trades, the shift to digital means your next customers are likely to start their search online.

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