What’s Actually Working for Marketing in 2026? 🚜📈

Trying to figure out what actually works for marketing a small service business in 2026 feels like throwing darts blindfolded sometimes. 😅

Facebook boosts? Marketplace? Reels? Before & after photos? Community groups? Google Business? Word of mouth? Door hangers?

I run a veteran-owned rural property management company in New Brunswick, Canada, and I’m curious what’s genuinely bringing people, real customers lately — not just likes and views.

For the people actually getting calls and booked jobs:
• What’s been your most successful marketing approach?
• What gives the best ROI for a small budget?
• What completely flopped for you?
• Are you finding people respond more to personality/branding or straight-up service ads and pricing?

Would love to hear real experiences from other small business owners and operators. 🚜🔥