3 Tips for Engaging Your Community as a Small Business
TopNonprofits Contributor2024-03-29T13:08:54-04:00Americans are loyal supporters of small businesses. In fact, 57% of consumers say that they are willing to pay more to support local businesses. 81% say that they want to shop at more local businesses but grapple with overcoming the convenience of large retailers. To encourage more traffic from local customers, your small business should build connections and deep relationships within its community. For example, giving back through philanthropic initiatives shows that you care about your community. Additionally, revisiting your marketing campaigns can help you connect with local audiences, reach new audiences and generations, and personalize communications. Whether you own a restaurant, dog boarding business, or flower shop, [...]