Why Small Businesses Need Digital Marketing

Small businesses face unique challenges. You’re competing against larger brands with bigger budgets, and you need cost-effective, high-impact marketing strategies to stand out. That’s where we come in.

Why Small Businesses Choose THAT Agency

With the right digital marketing strategy, your business can:

  • Increase brand awareness and get in front of more potential customers.
  • Rank higher on Google so customers find you before your competitors.
  • Generate consistent leads without relying solely on referrals.
  • Improve conversion rates by optimizing your website and advertising strategies.
  • Grow your social media presence and connect with your target audience.

Digital marketing levels the playing field, allowing small businesses to compete effectively, drive more sales, and scale their operations sustainably.

We understand small businesses because we’ve helped hundreds of them grow through strategic digital marketing. Here’s why our clients trust us:

  • Customized Strategies – No one-size-fits-all solutions. We tailor marketing plans to your specific goals.
  • Data-Driven Approach – We track everything, ensuring you get measurable results.
  • Transparent Reporting – You’ll always know what’s working and why.
  • Affordable Pricing – High-impact marketing solutions designed for small business budgets.

Comprehensive Digital Marketing Services for Small Businesses

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At THAT Agency, we offer a full range of digital marketing services, customized to meet the unique needs of small businesses.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Build long-term organic visibility that keeps growing. SEO drives the highest-ROI organic traffic in marketing and is now the foundation of AI search visibility — ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews all pull from search-indexed content. We handle the technical, on-page, content, and link work that earns rankings and survives algorithm updates.

Goal:Build search visibility that keeps paying off year after year, across Google and AI search engines.

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Pay-Per-Click (PPC) Advertising

Drive immediate qualified traffic with paid spend tied to revenue math. We manage paid across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, Meta, and LinkedIn — and we report on what closed, not just what got clicked. Every campaign is built against a cost-per-acquisition target, not a click-through rate.

Goal:Get more revenue out of every ad dollar than the campaign before it.

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Social Media Marketing

Build audiences your business can actually convert — through platform-native content, paid social integrated with organic, and analytics tied to business outcomes rather than vanity metrics. We treat each platform as its own creative discipline, not a copy-paste channel.

Goal:Build social presence that drives real business outcomes, leads, pipeline, ecommerce revenue, customer LTV.

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Content Marketing

Build the content system that fuels SEO, paid landing pages, email, social, and AI search visibility. We create content engines, not content libraries — pillar pages, topic clusters, blog posts, service pages, and FAQ content structured to rank on Google and get cited by AI platforms.

Goal:Build content that ranks on Google, gets cited by AI engines, and converts the readers it earns.

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Email Marketing

Make the highest-ROI channel in marketing actually deliver. We build email programs around revenue, deliverability, and behavioral automation — lifecycle sequences, segmentation, platform management across Klaviyo, HubSpot, Mailchimp, and ActiveCampaign, and performance reporting tied to revenue per email.

Goal:Turn email into a measurable revenue channel, and protect the deliverability that makes it work.

Web Design & Development

Build the website every other channel feeds into. Fast, accessible, conversion-optimized, and written to rank in Google and AI search from day one.

What’s Included:

  • Strategy, UX, and visual design
  • Development on WordPress, HubSpot, Shopify, Webflow, or custom stacks
  • Core Web Vitals and performance optimization
  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility
  • Schema markup and AI-search-ready content structure
  • Conversion rate optimization (A/B testing, heat mapping, form optimization)

Goal:Build a website that multiplies the ROI of every other channel sending traffic to it.

Frequently Asked Questions About Small Business Marketing

Get the Answers You Need to Make Smart Choices with THAT Agency

Have questions about our digital marketing services for your small business? We’ve got you covered. Whether you’re wondering about pricing, project timelines, or the results you can expect, we’re here to help you make informed decisions. Explore the FAQs below to find answers to common questions about partnering with THAT Agency. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re always here to ensure your satisfaction and clarity.

How can digital marketing help my small business grow?

Digital marketing helps small businesses increase visibility, attract more customers, and improve conversions. A strong online presence ensures that when potential clients search for your services, they find your business—not your competitors.

How much should a small business invest in digital marketing?

Budgets vary based on industry, competition, and goals. However, most small businesses allocate 5-10% of their revenue to marketing. We offer affordable, scalable solutions so you get maximum value for your investment.

How long does it take to see results?

SEO takes 3-6 months for noticeable improvements.
PPC ads generate leads immediately.
Social media and content marketing require consistent effort but build brand loyalty over time.

What’s the best marketing strategy for a small business?

A combination of SEO, PPC advertising, social media marketing, and email marketing works best. The exact strategy depends on your industry, target audience, and goals.

Is social media marketing worth it for small businesses?

Yes. Social media builds brand awareness, drives website traffic, and engages customers, making it an essential part of digital marketing.

Do I need a website for digital marketing to work?

Absolutely. Your website is the hub of all digital marketing efforts. Without one, you’re missing out on organic traffic, credibility, and conversions.

What’s the difference between SEO and PPC?

SEO improves long-term, organic rankings.
PPC provides instant visibility with paid ads.
A mix of both ensures short-term and long-term success.

Can digital marketing work for local businesses?

Yes! Local SEO, Google Business Profile optimization, and geo-targeted ads help small businesses attract local customers.

How do I track the success of my marketing campaigns?

We provide detailed reports tracking traffic, conversions, and ROI so you know exactly how your marketing is performing.

How do I get started with THAT Agency?

Contact us for a free consultation, and we’ll create a custom marketing strategy tailored to your small business.

Digital Marketing Results from Real Clients

We don’t measure success by channel-level dashboards. We measure it by revenue attributed to digital, qualified pipeline contribution, customer acquisition cost across the integrated program, and the year-over-year growth the system delivers. The numbers below come from real client engagements, click on each to view the full client case study.

Panda Pavers

Experienced a 21,046% increase in organic sessions and reached top local rankings through aggressive local SEO and optimization.

Krasner Law

Achieved an 879% increase in organic sessions by shifting to high-intent SEO and eliminating low-value traffic.

William W. Price, P.A.

Saw a 414.89% increase in organic sessions driven by a comprehensive SEO and content strategy.

Synergy Homes

Increased paid leads by 232.5% while reducing cost per lead by 69% through optimized paid search campaigns.

Casas Law

Achieved a 900% increase in goal completions driven by a content-led SEO and inbound strategy.

AccuDock

Increased keyword rankings by 1,046% through a technical SEO and content-driven strategy.