For those of you who are looking for some straight forward, easy-to-implement, general marketing tips – this is your week.

We’ve found a list of all the marketing necessities you need to know to jump-start your campaigns and reap the financial rewards.

Here are some hot tips from the United States Small Business Administration:

• Never let a day pass without engaging in at least one marketing activity.
• Determine a percentage of gross income to spend annually on marketing.
• Set specific marketing goals every year; review and adjust quarterly.
• Maintain a tickler file of ideas for later use.
• Carry business cards with you (all day, every day).
• Create a personal nametag or pin with your company name and logo on it and wear it at high visibility meetings.