In order to be efficient in your marketing efforts, it's important for you to realize what will work and what is being left by the side of the road. Now, having said that please understand that demographics are important.  They may dictate your specific marketing methods. For examples, a senior market or an ethnic neighborhood.

This year five marketing methods and trends should be watched with a close eye. Many changes have taken place over the last few years and 2012 will not be different. Trends and methods to watch:
Mobile Marketing.

A report done by CTIA Wireless Association reported that over 250 million Americans have mobile phones.  Mobile apps will continue to be developed and along with smartphones, tablet PCs will be a part of our lives.

We will see more location based services, mobile gaming, applications, and event-based mobile marketing. New technology from Apple's iPhone, iPad, and Google are ubiquitous. It won't stop. 2012 will continue to showcase mobile innovations throughout the year. We will see new devices, faster speeds, and as well as integrated technologies. If you are a wanting to  find new ways to market, mobile will one of them. Time to board the bus.