SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES
Small independent businesses add character and contribute to strong communities. They provide jobs, and they listen to their customers. Here are a few ways to help fuel entrepreneurship, and to show appreciation for and support independent businesses:
- Exercise your power as a consumer! You decide who gets your heard-earned money so… think small! A small independent shop will appreciate your business so much more.
- Leave a positive online review. If you’ve ever searched for a products or services then you’ve likely read reviews and probably made your buying decision based on what you’ve read. It matters!
- Follow their social media. Engage with their posts (like, comment, and share), post something about their amazing products or services on your social media and tag them. Not only is it free advertising, it also makes them feel good to know you’re a happy customer.
- Whenever possible, use cash or debit over credit. Businesses have to pay a pretty hefty fee for every credit card transaction and a small business is going to feel that a lot more than a ‘big box’ stores.
- Many small businesses offer some sort of referral program that rewards you and the person you refer. Help them increase their customer base, help a friend and help yourself!