Advertise, Grow & Get Sales. Do These 3 Free Things Now!

Growing or even starting a new business can be a daunting task that can feel overwhelming and may make you feel like you don't know where to start. BUT! We have the 5 easy ways to grow and reach new people with ease!

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First, get on Facebook and set up a business page, not just post on your own profile and market to friends. Besides giving you a dedicated place to post what you are doing or selling, it helps establish you in search engines and makes it easier to be found on Facebook.

Along with that, make sure you have a logo, banner, and some catchy posts. If you need help making a logo that doesn't look like a grandma page, we will have a dedicated article coming soon on how to make your page pop, look modern, and not like a grandma page.

Free design Software: PosterMyWall (not sponsored)

Join Groups relevant to your area and share!

What to share? Share posts that are relevant to the group, make a couple of info posts or posts that are interesting, and share them on the local news and businesses page on Facebook that falls in your area!

( Bonus Tip - Instagram? Another one, a lot of businesses forget, and great to share on, from pics of your job, office, what you are selling, and of course, from time to time, a cute pic of the pet doggo if you have one.)

 Need Help With Growing On Facebook? My Upstate NY Marketing offers a $150 a month plan that includes Social Media ads across 65 local groups, 2 high-traffic news website ads, and free ad design! Or for just $50 more a month, get your ad on 2 digital billboards; call them for their availability! www.myupstate.com

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Next is a website! Sounds Scary and like a big step, and it might even be intimidating, but don't worry, our personal favorite web hoster offers free websites, wix.com!

They helped us find our footing before we could afford to start our websites on a premium plan, which allows you to get a custom domain, but the free one is okay, just your name will be like "wix.com/yoursmallbusiness-here.".

Like the Facebook page, this will also get you found in Google even more, and give you that extra bit of professionalism, and you can add a blog, a contact form, and other features that make it easier for those interested in your small business.

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Lastly, attending, networking, and growing might sound simple, right? Attending small free community events and shows! Get in front of people and talk; this can lead to sales, interest, and even help you find like-minded individuals who can assist you in growing, learning, and advancing your business.

Make sure to bring a tablecloth and some basic info sheets if needed.

(Tip: give out something for free, whether it is candy, a next-to-free item like stickers and pens.)

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Hope these tips helped you brainstorm some ideas that will help you grow and get more business! If you ever need help advertising in central NY, remember MY Upstate NY Marketing is always here to help. Feel free to stop by their office or give us a call anytime!