Running a small business these days can be pretty rough. With large corporations offering deep discounts and popping up in every neighbourhood, it’s more difficult than ever for small businesses to retain customers, remain competitive, and thrive. Nevertheless, there are things that you can do as a small business owner that will enable you to continue operating and making money, with the independence and freedom you have come to love as a small business owner.
Rather than thinking you need to give up your dream and become a corporate employee, read the following tips and begin implementing them into your business model so you can start getting things for free and saving on costs at the same time.
Freebies you may not have known about
Believe it or not, there are many organisations out there willing to help out small businesses, and there are also many ways to cut costs within your business by simply doing things yourself rather than hiring someone from the outside.
One way to get free services, from website and graphic design to accounting services, is to simply barter. If you provide someone with some free goods or services that your small business offers, you can then receive some goods or services in return, at no cost to either of you. You would be amazed at how many people want to help each other’s businesses in this way. Establish trusting relationships with others in other industries, and you are sure to find individuals who are willing to barter to help out during these tough economic times.
If you need help running and managing your small business, you can always seek advice, absolutely free, from organisations that are available to anyone. Research them and contact them for any help you might need. You can probably find one locally, but if not, the internet is an amazing way to connect to these groups, whose mission is to help small businesses like yours survive.
Google offers many incredible freebies, including free blog sites as well as free templates for a simple website, which can save you hundreds or thousands on a web designer. Find someone on your staff who is willing to create and maintain your website, and it can all be done for free, thanks to Google Sites. In addition, Google offers Google Analytics at no cost to you. This easy-to-use tracking system provides you with information on the visitors who are going to your website.
Easy to obtain discounts
Look for banks that work for small businesses, which offer rewards programs and credit cards that give you discounts and even cash back on purchases. You can even find checking accounts that allow your business to earn interest, so every month you get that little bit extra to help your business along.
You can also save money by purchasing used equipment and furniture instead of splurging on brand new items. Used items in great condition are just as efficient and effective as new items, but cost a fraction of the price, allowing your business to save while making important investments.
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Whether you choose to purchase used equipment or use business credit cards that offer rewards, there are many ways in which small businesses can save money every day. From freebies to discounts, a little research into these offers goes a long way.
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