Are You Beating Your Business Competition?

One of the most satisfying things in running a small business is when you beat your competition.

That said do you do what it takes so your small business stands out?

If you’re not doing all it takes to beat and stay ahead of the competition, you could have a short run as a business owner.

Going the Extra Mile for Your Customers

One of the best ways to tackle the competition is when you go the extra mile for your customers.

This means all from products you have to the level of customer service offered.

When it comes to your product offerings, make sure to review them on a regular basis. Doing so can cut down on chances that some products will not pass the test in the eyes of some customers.

You also want to make it a point of you employee people to hire the best and brightest individuals.

Keep in mind that most consumers expect top-notch customer service. As a result, you can’t afford to have one slip up after another. If you are not doing a good job of hiring and retaining the best and brightest, it can open the door to trouble.

So, make it an emphasis to be a company leader and make wise hiring decisions.

With the right people in place, you more times than not will meet your service needs and even exceed them at times.

Speaking of exceeding, beating or being on the same playing level with foes means how you promote.

With that thought in mind, how good of a job have you been doing over time when it comes to promoting your brand? Improved customer engagement with the buying public is key to success.

Among the best ways to spread the word of your brand would be:

• Website – Make sure your website is not only functioning but providing purpose. A good website is a great means of connecting with consumers. Take a look at the competitor websites for ideas to see how they go about promoting their brand.
• Social media – Is your business active on social media? If the answer is no, this should change now. You can make inroads with consumers by being active on social media. Take a look at how your competitors use social media to their advantage.
• Small business app – Do you have a small business app? Odds are your competition does. This is a great way of staying connected with consumers on a 24/7 basis.
• Online store – Depending on how you have your business set up, you may only deal with consumers online. Even if you have an in-person presence for your business, having an online store is a good thing. This allows people to buy from you whenever and wherever they want.

At the end of the day, knowing how your competition does business and how you can top that is critical.

So, are you beating the competition you have to the punch or do you have a lot more work on your hands?

Richard Buckley