5 ways to up your business game this 2017

 

1. Get in the social media game.

It doesn’t matter if your business is very corporate, or very lenient. Social media has now become a huge part of people’s daily routine- checking and opening their Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat accounts every now and then without even thinking. With reportedly over 1.71 billion monthly active users on Facebook alone, it is evident and a no-brainer that every business should invest and consider using these platforms to reach their audience.

2. Blog!

If you have already been thinking about hitching on the blogging rides, now is the perfect time. Writing a blog provides many benefits such as boosting your SEO (Search Engine Optimization) for your website, or explaining who you really are, what you really have to offer. Needless to say, it helps a lot on your branding as well.

3. Go out in the open

The problem with so many businesses today is how they have fully embraced the digital world. It still pays to go out and live a little! Many businesses get so turned up in the success of their online presence that they forget to also invest and allot time in being physically available for many other markets, or potential customers/clients. There are still many business relationships that are formed through face-to-face meetings. Meeting people personally is still essential to get people to understand more and be interested more on your business.

4. Host events!

Take opportunities right in your doorstep! Make it happen by hosting a networking event, or a grand socialization party while spreading the word about your business. Giving them firsthand experience or information is still one of the best ways to win projects!

5. Be in the know and stay up to date!

Social trends tend to change all the time. It wasn’t so long ago when Facebook was the only one everybody was talking about. Now, there’s dedicated platforms for each type of people, there’s LinkedIn for straight professionals. Now Snapchat’s the next big thing. We’ll never know when the tables will turn again, but it is best to be able to be in the know all the time. It will help you figure out which channels your clients are mostly using and with that, you will know where to bring and invest your efforts!

Jan 16, 2017