Experience with a Local Business

I have recently had some work done around my house and I have to say that I am quite disappointed in the quality of the work that was performed. This was perhaps my own fault because I only got one bid for the actual work that was performed, but in my own defense only two of the places I called even responded to me and only one, the one that did the work, actually gave me a bid.

Advice for Local Businesses

Dear local businesses,

First and foremost, thanks for being there. However, I do have some advice I’d like to throw your way.

• You need a website. Facebook and other social media pages just don’t cut it.
• The website is not a one time fixed cost, it’s an ongoing marketing expense.
• The website should be up to date, I recommend checking it at least once a month for accuracy.
• Do not put a contact form or contact email on your site unless you plan to respond within 1 business day.
• Do not put a phone number with voicemail on your site unless you plan to respond within 1 business day.
  • Delete old messages so that your voicemail does not fill up.
• List your preferred method of contact on the website.
• List your business hours on the website.
• List pricing or estimates on your website.

Do these simple things and it can only help you grow.