The internet is far more than just web pages - it has become a powerful communication medium. Consider using chat rooms, newsgroups, email and web pages to find and communicate with potential clients. You can use the internet for marketing even if you do not have a web page or own a computer. The Internet is tied for my second largest source of clients. There are many local groups for business people and entrepreneurs to get together to talk, share ideas and socialize.
People prefer to buy from people they know, so networking is a powerful and very low cost tool.
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