Running a small business can be hard, here are some tips to help you along the way.
- Clarify roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities. This helps the team to be on the same page and work cohesively.
- Creating customer relationships starts with a smile!
- Social media management software helps you schedule posts, build your feed, and increases engagement, leaving you with more time to work on other things.
- Start by requesting samples from different suppliers. Be smart and save your money and time!
- Use social media built-in interactive tools! It’s there to help.
- Make your logo memorable and cohesive to your brand!
- Utilise different social media platforms that allow you to be accessible to your target audience.
- Show instead of telling. People believe what they see! There is no better selling technique.
- Make sure you include your contact information on your business cards and websites.
- Success does not come on its own. Stay committed and don’t give up!
- Give back! Providing discounts, vouchers or freebies can guarantee your customers are likely to return and buy from you again, possibly generating loyal customers.
- Learn from your customers. Your customers may have some of your answers so be receptive!
- To achieve a successful business you must be organised!
- Networking – the internet is there for you to discover! Network with other entrepreneurs, future teammates… be curious, and ask helpful questions.
- Take what’s out there for you to utilise. Not everything has to be hard! There are many accessible business plan templates, pitch templates, etc. for you to use and be inspired by!
Hi, I'm Husna! I'm a Junior brand manager / creative designer. I love learning about different cultures and arts which influences my creativity and vision in storytelling/narrative and creative design. My interests lies with fashion trends, health and beauty and the entertainment industry!
Alexandra is a junior account manager, who also has her own small business called Petals and Pearls. She has a creative mindset and has a passion for dance.
