We’re sharing simple solutions and marketing ideas for small businesses trying to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic.
Whether you’re an online or service-based business, or a local brick-and-mortar store, small businesses everywhere are feeling vulnerable and unsure during this unprecedented time. That’s why we’re here to help.
We know this is a difficult time, and we’re committed to providing you with marketing insights to help you stay connected with customers and fans, even if your doors are temporarily closed.
Every day people are spending more time online, and are looking for ways to stay connected to their local community.
Stay Connected
First and foremost, don’t go into hiding by shutting down communications. Now, more than ever, you need to stay connected, engaged, and top-of-mind with customers and supporters.
Email Marketing
If you don’t have this already, it’s a must for every business, regardless of COVID-19. Email marketing is a highly effective digital marketing tool, as your communications land directly in every subscriber’s mailbox. Consider adding a sign-up form to your website that allows you to connect and send regular email updates to keep the conversation going with customers, family, friends and fans. This also gives you the opportunity to keep everyone in the loop about changes to your business hours, product or service availability and more.
Community Support
Many people are adjusting to a new normal, i.e. working from home, etc. Now is the time to strengthen bonds within your community by offering a needed resource or service, even if it’s something as simple as a free downloadable coloring book to keep kids entertained. Consider adding a landing page to your website for easy access and sharing with those in your community and beyond. Or, you can go old-school with direct mail. I received a hand-written note from my personal trainer wishing me safety and good health…Shout-out to Jess Petti of Team Moljo in Shrub Oak, NY.
Be Resourceful
Consider your business relevance to the COVID-19 pandemic. Don’t oversell or force your brand on consumers. Instead, be considerate and aware of the real impact this has had on them. If you find relevance for your small business in helping during this time, go for it, i.e. car service business offers free or discounted delivery runs for home-bound seniors. Or, reach out to your audience by creating an online survey. Run innovative ideas past them, i.e. virtual workshops, or find out what they need and what you can do to help.
Whatever marketing ideas you choose, be consistent, considerate and timely with communications.
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