Main Street’s Intern – Strategy & Development Brooke Solomon shares tips for small businesses who experience increased sales volume at the holiday season.
Holiday season is just around the corner, which means that the holiday shopper wave is coming for you and your business. Make sure to stay ahead of the massive influx that you and your store are bound to see this season. Also, make sure that you take advantage of the opportunity to increase revenues and profits.
Preparation is in imperative. Plan ahead because it will be helpful to minimize work in the back office so that you can have a greater interaction with the customers. Also, keep track of inventory and ensure that you have a good understanding of what the customer will be looking for during the holidays. You can adjust your business given the types of shoppers expected and plan accordingly. Remember when specific holidays are and if there are school vacations.
It is important to recognize the many holidays that occur in fall and winter to fully take advantage of the potential customers. Treat every holiday as a separate event; this will show that you understand that the community is diverse and that you are accommodating to each shopper and their needs.
Utilize the time of year in your marketing techniques and promotional events. This will spark interest in your products and business and provides the opportunity to build lasting relationships. These themed events and marketing techniques can go along with store decorations and providing a festive atmosphere for people to make purchases.
All of these wonderful and exciting ideas cannot happen without a well-organized plan and strong administrative work. The holiday season can put stress on a business if they do not have the average capacity to deal with shoppers. If holiday hires are necessary, then it is important to communicate and train your new employees to fully understand the business. Holiday shopping could lead to a lifetime customer, and it is important to have a great first impression.
