The process of starting and growing a small business is no small feat. Some even buckle under the stress of just preparing a small business plan. Being overwhelmed does not mean you can’t achieve what you’ve set out to do.
The world thrives on small businesses. They are the backbone of our economy and culture. For those of you just joining forces to create your very own American dream, here are 3 growth hacks for your small business.
Strategic Small Business Plan
A strategic small business plan delivers huge results. A business bargain plan has helped create the ideal small business plan in over 800 industries. Some come to us when things are going south hoping to solve unforeseen pitfalls. Word of advice, don’t wait! Working with a professional business plan writer will give you insight into your market, competition, and layout the steps you need to be an authority. Small businesses need to be especially aware of their competition and how they fit. Optimize your niche as a small business with a plan that reinforces your purpose and direction.
Social Proof
Small businesses rely heavily on word of mouth. In modern times that means the perfect hashtag, regular Facebook posts, and creating a relationship with your community, online. People are either planned or compulsive buyers but one thing they both have in common is reassurance before a purchase.
Leverage social proof with social media marketing skills. You can manage multiple platforms yourself or hire a part-time professional to do SEO and SMM. This also includes online listings, endorsements, and reviews. Soon enough, you will have an online following and your target audience will have the opportunity to feel in touch with a local small business.
Mobile Ready
Want to be as close to your customer as possible…like back pocket close? It’s no secret that phones are in-hand most hours of the day. Maintaining social proof and having your small business mobile-ready go hand in hand.
Staying ahead of technological trends is crucial for all businesses. As of 2018, this means having accelerated mobile pages (AMP) for your website especially e-commerce.
Your business being mobile-ready speaks to your website’s design, speed, optimization, and accessibility. For the ultimate #smallbusinessgoals — consider enhancing your website to feel and function like an app.
Following these 3 growth hacks will aid in your working smarter not harder.
Make a plan
The first step to growth is having a plan. Your business plan is a living document that changes over time, but referring to the document from the early days of your business can help keep you on track with your goals, milestones, and projections so you can continue to grow.
Beyond your original business plan, have an annual plan and goals so that you know where you want to go each year, and how you hope to get there.
Invest in your people
Find the right people to bring on board as employees, contractors, or freelancers. Invest time and money in them to make sure you have the right team to help your company succeed.
Even if you are the only employee, invest in yourself. Work with consultants and use your network to grow professionally as a person and to grow your business. Eventually, maybe you’ll have additional staff to invest in as well.
Focus on your strengths
You started the business because you thought there was something that you could do better than the competitors who were in the market at the time you launched. So focus on that! Maybe it’s your product or your service, or maybe it’s the way you interact with your customers. Whatever it is, focus on your strengths and what makes you different than others – and that will help you continue to grow and expand.
Be consistent
Maybe the business you’re trying to grow is your side gig or maybe it’s your full-time job. Whatever the case may be, be consistent. Show up every day ready to work on what needs to be done, help your employees who are working hard to help you succeed, and have a positive attitude even when it gets rough. Consistency in the long term can really help growth over time.
Get help with creating a business plan that can assist with future growth from Bargain Business Plan. Our experts have written thousands of plans for small businesses, nonprofits, visa applications, and more, so they know what questions to ask and what information to include to help you achieve growth and success. Get in touch today to learn about scheduling a free consultation.
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