Monday: What makes your small business unique?

We shared tips and tricks on how to make your Angie's List profile stand out and how to distinguish yourself from the competition. You shared stories about what makes your business unique.

"My small home improvement business, Mr. Handyman of Ft. Washington and Clinton, is a part of the community. One way we participate is through the annual “Christmas in April” community service project."
- Joyce Dowling, Mr. Handyman of Ft. Washington and Clinton, Maryland

Tuesday: How do you tell you business's story?

Every small business has its own story. You shared yours with us, and we shared examples of great stories we've collected over the years.

"At Executive Auto Shippers LLC, we tell our story through our customer's stories. Obviously, we utilize reviews in every way possible, but we also encourage our customers to take part in our marketing by submitting pictures, videos, and content that we can share"
- Matt Van Gelder, Executive Auto Shippers LLC, Iowa

Wednesday: How do you inspire your employees?

Small businesses drive job creation, but we know it takes more than simply hiring people to make employees the best they can be. You posted your tips for keeping employees engaged, and we shared our guide for inspiring them.

"We encourage our employees, and especially technicians, to constantly improve. If someone is not the best at a particular skill, we encourage them to keep working on getting better. Our culture is not to be perfect, but to perfect. One of the ways we do this is by sponsoring ongoing training and utilizing programs like PHCC of San Diego."
- Ideal Plumbing Heating Air Electrical, California

Thursday: What is your best customer service story?

We know you are dedicated to serving our members and we heard some of your best stories. We shared information on Angie's List members and what they've told us they want from you.

"Had a client who we did a small repair for. She called me two days later and told me no hurry but she had a small issue she wanted to meet me on. I met her the next day and she had no issues just a dozen cupcakes to give to my ARAC Roof It Forward, LLC team for the fine work we had performed for her two days earlier."
- Craig Stevens, ARAC Roof It Forward LLC, Indiana

Friday: Pro Appreciation Day!

We invite you to register for an Angie’s List exclusive webinar with small business expert Madeleine MacRae.

Own Your Expertise - How to Spend More Time Doing The Jobs You Love.
Have you ever felt pulled into a thousand different directions trying to be all things to all people and running out of time? Join us live to learn simple tactics to focus on your ideal client, your talents and the best uses of your time.

Bonus download:

For a preview of Madeleine's expertise, download her guide
"Finding Money Hiding in Plain Sight"