Archive for October, 2009

Website Design Oshawa: Increase your sales

How do you know when your website is working for you?

Well to be honest many companies don’t know when. Often businesses see websites purely as a billboard on the side of a highway, yea that infamous ‘information highway’. Now is that where your business needs to be? I doubt it; just like you’re not advertising on the side of your local highway having a generic website isn’t for your business.

Businesses in Oshawa, Ontario can now realize true advantages to being online. The changing economy in Canada (especially for the manufacturing industry) requires change. If your business is struggling to bring in quality leads STOP NOW and re-think your plan.

How to bring in new customers in today’s economy

More then ever online activities are the new drivers for every business.  Ok, maybe not so much for the local variety store but defiantly for everyone else.  You have a product or service that you have been selling for years to a loyal group of customers.  Then the recession hit them and you and everyone else on the planet.  Now what do you do?  Is your corporate website working for you?  Although the world economy is in its worst shape in decades it doesn’t mean you have to close your doors.  Without a doubt other there are other buyers out there looking for what you have.  Finding them is the key to your success.

How do you drive new business to your door in a recession?

Yes it can be done, and yes it can be done without killing your budget.  A well thought out online marketing plan with the right tools can drive business directly to your door.  There are countries out there that are actually growing and needing what you sell.  So why not drive them right to your door?  Canadian product and services are respected the world over.  They are seen as high quality and good value.  So take advantage of that today and drive business your way.

Where do you start?  Well first having the right company on your side is crucial in building a winning strategy.  In the Durham Region AMR Media is known as a leader in global online marketing.  With 18 years experience selling on line around the world AMR Media has the insight to connecting business with customers.  Call or email us today to find out how we can help your business grow.

 

 

6 Tips for Small Business Success

 

Thank You 

Always, always thank them.  Thank them for meeting you, talking with you and especially for giving you an order.  They do have a choice and make sure they know they made the right one. Do it the old fashioned way: take pen to paper and write them a note.

Walk The Walk 

be consistent in every thing you do.  Call it branding or call it common sense.  Make sure your business has a consistent look and feel. A customer must get the same flavor from everyone within your organization. Always.

Smile

The first 3 seconds are critical.  If you’re smiling you set the tone for a positive meeting.  Customers are people and people are who buy.  Don’t assume your quality, features or products will sell for you.  You’re the sales person and you sell the company.

Be Positive 

Your attitude is seen every where.  From your voice on the phone to your email messages your attitude comes through loud and clear.  If you’re having a bad day then take a break find something to cheer you up and don’t make those calls!

Soft Sell

Don’t try or use pressure sales, they rarely work.  Sell soft. Solve problems and satisfy wants.  Keep your customers first and do what’s best for them.

Think Outside The Box 

Branch out and don’t get caught in thinking “this is the way we’ve always done it’.  If you do and your business is tanking guess what will happen.  Your business will SINK! If you’re hitting hard times ALWAYS re-evaluate your strengths and make sure your head is out of the sand.