3 Crucial Tips To Survive As A Small Business

February 16, 2017

Surviving as a small business in this day and age can be hard. You probably already know that many new businesses that start out excited about their new venture, give up within the first few years of trading. This can be due to many different factors. Some people just haven’t acquired the skills to be an entrepreneur, while others were in it for the money rather than the love of doing what they do. If you’re looking to survive as a small business, these 3 crucial tips will help you.
Focus On The Service You’re Offering Your Customers
Your customers care about your product, or the service that you offer them, of course they do. But that isn’t all that matters. It’s your service in its entirety that makes a difference. This is what is going to determine whether they work with you again, and even whether they recommend your service to other people that they know. Make sure your communication with customers is incredible right from the get-go – that goes for any staff you may have too. Train them up! Focus on going the extra mile, amazing packaging, offering expert advice – anything you can do to improve the experience. Caring about your customers really is the trick.
Never Go Stagnant
Some businesses go stagnant, usually because they’re too frightened to change. Staying one step ahead of your competitors is crucial! Know what’s going on in your industry, and make changes accordingly.
Get An Amazing Accountant
An amazing accountant is pretty much going to save your life. Do you really think you can keep track of everything accurately? If you make mistakes, you could get into trouble. Finding an accountant will mean having all of your finances in order, as well as knowing when you should spend and when you should save.

By Gilbert Tax Consultants

Mark Asquith

That British podcast guy, Mark is co-founder of Captivate.fm, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host. A Harvard, TEDx, Podcast Movement and Podfest speaker (amongst many more!), he's a wildly approachable Brit and Star Wars/DC Comics geek.

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