• Sunny Leand -
• 10.12.2018

Starting a new business doesn’t mean that you’re automatically going to have customers.  Even though a lot of people want to believe it’s as easy as opening your doors and people will come, it’s hardly that simple.

It will take some work on your part to be able to lure in clients and retain them.  Below are some of the best ways to get you started.

Offer Deals

Business who offer reasonable prices to new customers and give incentive for current customers.  Discounts and deals will give new customers a reason to come to you and give old clients a reason to stay.

Regardless of demographics, there’s nobody that doesn’t love a good deal. Always aim to offer the best possible value for the least amount of money and you’ll never fall short.

Know Your Target Market

In order to get an idea of who your customers are and what they want, you have to pay attention to their needs.  That means asking them for feedback and watching your numbers. In order to appeal to the kind of customers that you want to attract you have to know what they’re after.

Your advertising should be targeted towards the kind of client you want to attract.  Your website should be too. Freshen up your look, update your image, and put some pop back in your game! Brand yourself the way that you want your customers to see you.

Market Strategically

Sometimes bringing in customers is as easy as the methods people have been putting to use for years.  Get a buzz going with word of mouth. Put up signs in the neighborhood. Leave your business card in local coffee shops.  Send out a paper flyer in addition to an email campaign.  

In addition to old advertising tactics which are still incredibly effective, make sure that you’re taking advantage of online marketing such as SEO, pay per click advertising and even social media interactions.  

Network

Even though Facebook and Instagram may have just been for socializing at one point, it’s not a business must-have.  In order to network and connect with your client, you need to have a strong social media presence.

In addition to online networking, the old way is just as effective.  Go to networking events and join associations. Attend trade events and start up conversations with strangers.

It’s important always to push your brand as much as possible any opportunity that you have. A good networker sees an opportunity to attract a new customer in any situation, whether it’s at a social event or even just standing in line at the grocery store.  Don’t be too shy to show people why they should go with you as a business instead of the competition.