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Smart, practical marketing for small businesses

You’re running a business, not a marketing agency.

Blackhound Marketing helps small business owners grow with practical advice, clear plans, and none of the waffle.

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You’ve got questions. We’ve got straightforward answers

Where do I even start?

Marketing can feel overwhelming when you’re doing it solo. Our small business marketing guides break it down into simple, weekly actions that make sense for where you are now.

What if I get it wrong?

Most marketing “mistakes” are just learning moments. We’ll show you what works, what doesn’t, and how to adjust without wasting time or money.

Do I need an agency?

No, With the right resources, most small businesses can handle their own marketing in-house. We’ll help you aet the foundations right before you ever need to outsource.

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You don’t need to be a marketing expert. You just need a plan that fits how you work

Our free marketing resources for small businesses cover the essential areas every brand should master, one step at a time.

Start with what matters most

These five pillars form the foundation of smart, sustainable marketing. Pick one to start with, or explore them all to build your complete plan.

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SEO for small business

Get found on Google by people already searching for what you offer. Learn how to improve your visibility without hiring an expert.

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Content marketing

Create content that attracts, educates, and converts. Straightforward strategies that help you stand out online.

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Social media marketing

Build your presence on the platforms your customers actually use. Focused, realistic strategies for busy business owners.

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Email marketing

Turn one-time visitors into loyal customers. Email remains the highest-ROI channel for small businesses when done right.

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Website fundamentals

Your website is your shopfront. Make sure it looks professional, loads fast, and turns browsers into buyers.

Get started with your website

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Social media has shifted. Organic reach is unpredictable, following size matters less and posting more is not a strategy.

This article breaks down what small businesses should focus on in 2026. Learn how to choose the right channels, target the right audience, create content with purpose and turn social followers into an email list you control. A straightforward guide for anyone who wants real results without wasting time.

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Every week, get one actionable small business marketing idea delivered to your inbox. No theory. No jargon. Just clear advice you can apply straight away.

Join forward-thinking business owners who are making marketing feel less overwhelming.

What actually works for small businesses

Blackhound was founded to give small businesses the marketing guidance they deserve - without the agency price tag or corporate speak.

We’ve worked with founders, freelancers and small teams who need marketing to work harder without working harder themselves. Every insight, template and resource comes from real-world experience helping small businesses grow.

This isn’t theory. It’s what actually works when you’re short on time and budge

Ready to market your business with confidence?

Step 1

Pick your starting point
Choose the marketing pillar that solves your biggest challenge right now.

Step 2

Follow the guidance
Work through practical, step-by-step advice designed for small business owners.

Step 3

See results
 Apply what you learn and watch your marketing start to click - no full-time team required.