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April 21, 2021

9 Tips for Small Business Shutdown Survival

Keeping your small business going during a pandemic isn’t easy. However, there are ways to get ahead even if your business remains closed.


Make Remote Moves

Transitioning to remote work may be the safest way to operate, but it offers other benefits, too. From savings on overhead costs to fewer hours billed, making remote moves may be a boon for your business.

  • Explore the positives and negatives of remote work and consider all perspectives.
  • Implement work-from-home measures for your staff (and contractors).
  • Outline a work-from-home policy that supports your staff and business goals.

Apply Creative Thinking

“Outside the box” is always trendy, and it’s a smart move when it comes to your company’s pandemic pivot. Think creatively about your organizational future and apply your bright ideas to your business plan.

  • Embrace a money mindset shift to recognize your [business] worth.
  • Glean inspiration from other businesses that have pivoted with success.
  • Start brainstorming solo or as a team to see what brilliance you can discover.

Reinvent Your Business Model

Overhauling your inner workings is a smart use of time during a business closure. Plus, creating the right branding and marketing messages could help you attract new clients post-pandemic.

  • Dive into demographics to learn more about your potential audience.
  • Incorporate new strategies to attract and understand consumers.
  • Learn to market, even during these tough times, to attract more customers.

Small businesses under COVID-19 restrictions may feel like they have few options. But as these tips prove, there are steps you can take toward progress, even when your doors are closed. And if you’re looking for more inspiration and guidance moving forward, visit It Starts with the Dream to keep the momentum going.

Written by Guest Author: Elena Stewart
info@elenastewart.com
Visit my site at: elenastewart.com

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