As far as local businesses are concerned, rather than being a jack of all trades, effectively doing a few things seems to be more productive. In fact, for many, just simplifying their marketing strategy makes it possible to gain an advantage over effective new technologies in handy, bite-sized pieces.
Discussed below are a few important strategies which will help you in simplifying and focusing your search as well as marketing practices and making them even more efficient.
Either use social media for engagement or don’t use at all
A study conducted by Google showed that there wasn’t any correlation between the media usage and influence. It means just because many people use Facebook or tend to click on your business website; it doesn’t necessarily mean that they will purchase from you. Perhaps, what matters most is the consumer experience and probably matching content with what the consumers need.
Alternatively, make use of your social media pages similar to an enhanced listing. Moreover, redirect any traffic generated towards one place which is always updated, such as your site, where the experience of the consumer matches the experience you would want them to have really in your place.
It is high time you consider mobile-only site designs
Mobile sites can be accessed from desktops as well. For those planning to use mobile sites for all screens, some easy adjustments can be made. In fact, 67% of consumers demand sites that are mobile-optimized. It not just simplifies your strategy but upgrades customers’ experience as well.
Be specific when it comes to your target audience
Well, targeting simplifies your message as well as matches your marketing with people who are most likely to respond. However, not all targeting is made equal. Today, marketers think that they are doing a decent job at targeting. While many marketers feel that they are doing an excellent piece of work regarding personalizing marketing and advertising, only a few customers agree to this.
Embrace E-commerce
The advantages of automated tools and e-commerce are distinct. Still SMBs are slow to adapt; for instance, only 5% of restaurants seem to have adopted automated tools like reservations or online orders.
In fact, the barrier for many local businesses is probably the time and adjustment taken to overhaul the present system as well as the fear of disruption owing to change.
Getting past that fear is crucial. However, the investment in these automated tools will surely pay dividends very quickly, and you know what? – for a long time!
Making use of e-commerce platforms effectively means leads are captured round the clock, orders are not only taken but filled automatically, reminders get emailed, there are fewer cancelations, fewer errors made and above all, customers are happier.