You might not think that small businesses have much of an impact on the economy, but they actually account for 99% of all businesses in the US and employ nearly half of the nation’s workforce!
By making local communities more business-friendly, small businesses help to stimulate the local economy. Clover POS System – built specifically with small business owners in mind – is one such tool that helps them to keep their customers happy and attract new ones while still keeping overhead low and profits high. Find out how you can use Clover POS to your advantage!
Tips/Tricks To Boost Sales-
1. Offer a discount or loyalty program.
2. Get involved in your local community.
3. Make it easy for customers to find you online and in-store.
4. Create a standout customer experience.
5. Take advantage of mobile payment options.
Get friends and family on board-
One of the most important aspects of starting a small business is having the support of your friends and family. Without their help, it can be difficult to get your business off the ground. Here are a few ways to get them on board -Find out what skills they have that you could use for your business (e.g., graphic design, accounting).
-Ask for advice about how you should go about getting started with your new business.
-Find out if they would like to come work with you in the beginning.
-Offer them stock in exchange for helping you out during this time of need!
Maintain relationships with suppliers-
As a small business, it’s important to maintain good relationships with your suppliers. After all, they are an essential part of your supply chain and can have a big impact on your business. When you buy in bulk, you’ll be able to get better prices. But if you don’t know when you’re going to need that product or how much you’ll need for each order, then be sure to check in with them about any other discount options for smaller orders that won’t disrupt their production plans. You might also consider having them contact you directly when something is available so that you can have time to prepare for receiving it. The next best thing to buying in bulk is looking into alternatives like drop shipping, which will allow you to buy from one supplier but send the products directly to your customer without holding large quantities yourself.
Be a good neighbor!
We all know that small businesses are the backbone of the American economy. They create jobs, spur innovation, and drive growth. But did you know that small businesses also stimulate the local economy? They buy from other companies in their community and pay higher wages to people who live near them. Clover provides an affordable way for entrepreneurs to make more money while investing in their neighbors’ future.
Use social media in addition to word-of-mouth marketing-
As a small business owner, you know that word-of-mouth is one of the best forms of marketing. After all, it’s free, and it comes from a trusted source: your happy customers. So how do you get them talking about your business? You start by making sure they’re happy in the first place! That means providing great customer service and an experience they’ll love. It also means always being there for them – because no matter what they need, they want to feel like their favorite company really cares about them. With Clover, you can chat with your customers in real time using text messaging or our mobile app so they never have to wait on hold or leave a voicemail. And we integrate with social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter so that when someone likes your post on Facebook or tweets about you, Clover will show up right next to their comment with a link back to your store where they can purchase the item directly without leaving the site.
In addition to creating jobs, small businesses also stimulate the local economy by circulating money within the community. A recent study by Harvard Business School found that for every dollar spent at a local business, 68 cents stayed in the local economy. That’s because local businesses typically buy from other local businesses, and their employees often live in the same community. Clover is committed to helping small businesses grow and stimulate the local economy, so we at Turnkey are happy to offer it as a POS solution.
