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Three Financial tips for small business entrepreneurs

Here are three things which small business owners should consider implementing to improve their chances for long-term success.

1.Do Not aim to match or beat prices offered by competitors 

Price may win among big retailers that include, as well as countless other larger businesses in a variety of categories – but smaller businesses know all too well they typically can’t compete in this big-box space when it comes to money. Instead? This is where smaller businesses have the chance to thrive in offering other experiences that stand-out from prices alone. Of course, price will factor into the overall impression any business leaves on consumers, but when combined with other experiences price can often become overlooked thanks to the many other factors that can outshine it.

2.Create a loyalty program that encourages repeat customers 

Big or small, businesses gain the opportunity for increased customer retention and more frequent spending when loyalty programs are offered. You can create one that is digital, mobile, or even old-fashioned by using paper and a hole puncher, but the idea is that you create one that makes sense for your business and your customers.

Another tip to help your loyalty program thrive? Give it extra TLC so that it stands out among your other marketing efforts, including your business newsletters, via social media and of course, whenever you’re tending to customers and during any customer communication. Aim to have it stand out as a well-respected perk to customers experiencing your business.

3.Have a lean start-up

Big companies like Starbucks test new concepts on smaller markets before launching their products worldwide. Small companies can learn from this approach. Develop a prototype to get the product out, launch it in smaller markets, test it, get feedback, pivot, and then refine it.  By using this cost-effective process, you’ll have a refined product or service designed to the taste and needs of potential clients because they told you what they liked and wanted along the way.

As the economy continues to improve, small businesses will have more opportunities to expand and grow. By taking advantage of opportunities that exist now, you’ll improve your chances of success.

References:

Glassman, Barry. “The Best Financial Advice For Small Business Owners Now”. Forbes.com. N.p., 2014. Web. 29 June 2017.

Leinbach-Reyhle, Nicole. “3 Small Business Tips Uniquely Aimed At Entrepreneurs”. Forbes.com. N.p., 2016. Web. 29 June 2017.

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