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    10 tips for marketing in a down economy

    By Altron Document Solutions8 January 2021
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    In today’s challenging economic times, saving money and reducing costs is on everyone’s minds. When it comes to marketing, you don’t need a big budget to make an impact and drive new business. Here are 10 helpful tips you can use to continue to effectively market in a weak economy.

    1. Grassroots marketing

    One of the easiest and oldest ways to elevate your company’s visibility is by getting people to talk about what you do. Start by joining industry associations and any other relevant groups. Volunteer to speak about your business and build your network. Many companies are also using social media and starting company Facebook and Twitter pages.

    2. Stay connected to customers

    Even though your budget may be lean, it’s important to stay top of mind with your customers. Some of the most common ways include publishing an e-mail newsletter, creating surveys and developing a website. The key is to maintain a healthy dialogue with your most valuable customers through a series of ongoing communications.

    3. Meet the press

    Successful companies try to build relationships with the press to gain visibility. Start by creating a press kit with your company brochure, fact sheet and history. Make contact with your local business journal or news outlet and send press releases about important company news and industry events. Having a positive story published about your business is free and a great marketing tool.

    4. Total customer service

    Focus on your clients. It sounds simple enough, but it means establishing a rigorous level of service. Return calls promptly, and refer customers to colleagues when you’re not available. Help your customers by sending out e-mail tips, or dedicate part of your website to client needs. Make sure it’s easy to contact you and your company.

    5. New advertising

    Develop new approaches to advertising such as creating a new or improved logo, getting a memorable phone number or launching a microsite with a unique URL. Learn how to use search engine marketing and ad words on the major search engines to drive traffic to your website. And make sure you include your Web address, e-mail and slogan consistently on all marketing materials — including e-mail signatures. Now you’re ready to start marketing your company and attracting new customers. To help get you started, check out our suite of free marketing templates at www.office.xerox.com/small-business-templates.

    6. Target your market

    Make sure you’re up to date on the latest industry trends and developments and keep a file with competitive intelligence. If you’re directly competing for the same customers, find out new ways to talk about your product and present a unique value proposition that differentiates your business.

    7. Build your brand

    The key to growth is to constantly innovate and create new products and services for your customers. Use the tips we’ve outlined to promote your new offerings and generate industry buzz. The goal is to keep things fresh, so your customers see progress and feel they’re working with a leader in the market.

    8. Create a strategy and dedicated team

    It’s important to establish a team dedicated to marketing and public relations — either internally or through an external agency. Create a plan with realistic short- and long-term marketing goals to attract new customers and grow your market share. It’s crucial to create an overall strategy with tactical plans to accomplish your goals.

    9. Know your budget

    How much are you currently spending on marketing? How much can you afford to spend? Determine what you can do in-house, and what needs to be contracted out. Create a budget that matches your strategy and try to establish an ongoing presence in the market through monthly advertising and communication

    10. Think marketing

    Sometimes the greatest marketing ideas are the simplest. To that end, each month or quarter try and think of new and unique ways you can promote your company. Keep a file of good ideas, direct mail samples, great ads and other information. Each quarter, use this information to brainstorm new ways to help your company gain visibility and drive new business.

    About Altron Document Solutions
    Altron Document Solutions (ADS) is Africa’s leading document management technology and services company and the largest Xerox distributor in the world. It is the authorised Xerox distributor in 26 sub-Saharan African countries, offering the complete range of Xerox document equipment, software solutions and services. ADS forms part of JSE-listed Allied Electronics Corporation (Altron).

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