Promote Your Business
Create a QR Code for Your Business
QR codes are an easy way to help prospective clients find it. You can add QR codes to any printed marketing material such as business cards, flyers, stickers, and car magnets. There are many free QR code generators, including QR Code Monkey, to create a QR code unique to your business. Below is an example of what a QR code looks like. If you use your smartphone camera, it will recognize this code as https://aisle8.co/.  because they offer easy-to -use templates that look professional. They offer a free account option, which can be helpful for small businesses. To get started, click here to create your account. Once you've created your account, follow the steps below toFew readersPromote Your Business!
As with any business, one of the most important things you can do is let people know about it. This helps you gain new clients and get your business out there. When first starting out, it may be difficult to do, but in the long run, it will be worth your time and effort. With Dumpling, you are in control of building your clientele and marketing your business. Some of the best ways to do this are; Word of mouth - having friends and family share your business with those they know. Even if they wFew readersMarketing Tips & Tricks for Back-to-School Shopping
Did you know that in 2024 the back-to-school shopping spend for K-12 was expected to be 39 billion dollars and the spending for back-to-school college students was predicted to hit 87 billion dollars? Back-to-school shopping season is huge for many; this is because it involves everyone from kindergarten to college. Don’t forget that it’s not just the students who need back-to-school items; this also includes educators! This can also be a huge season for Personal Shoppers. So, if back-to-schoolFew readersUsing Flyers to Market Your Business: Flyer Design Best Practices
When it comes to marketing your business, there are many ways you can go about it. Flyers are a good way to help market by posting them on bulletin boards around town, leaving them with local businesses to pass out to clients as needed, or whatever else you may have in mind. So what are some best practices when it comes to designing flyers for your business? Let's dive into everything you need to know to get started! It's important to give enough detail about you and your business without makinFew readers
Promote Your Business With Social Media
How to get the most out of Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and YouTube
Once you’ve determined what channel(s) you are going to post on regularly, it’s time to dive into understanding how you can use that platform to your best advantage. Social media platforms reward users (give their content more visibility) who use all the features the platform has to offer. Instagram Optimize your business profile and handle. Choose a handle that helps you stand out in a crowd; using your business name is a great option as long as there isn’t someone with a similarFew readersLeveraging Facebook Groups to Help Market Your Business
As a small business owner, one of your top priorities is to get the word out about your services. And Facebook groups can be a great tool for connecting with your local community. The best part? It’s free! Here, we’ve put together a few tips on how to get started. Discovering local Facebook groups in your area is simple. Simply search your town’s name on Facebook, and hit the “Groups” option. This should populate the groups that are near you. Join any and all that you feel you fit into (neighboFew readersHow to Integrate Video Into Your Small Business Social Media Strategy
Everyone talks about the importance of video content when it comes to marketing strategy. Social media is a perfect place to integrate video, without having to spend hours and hours filming and editing. Here are some tips on integrating video into your social strategy, based on which platform you’re using. If you’re on Instagram, you have a few options to play in the video sandbox: Reels: Reels are 60 seconds or less & have their own location on your InstagramFew readersFour Social Media Scheduling Tools to Try
A social media presence is key for all businesses to attract new customers and engage with existing ones. But keeping up with managing social media accounts for your business can be a full-time job in itself. From scheduling content to monitoring what's going on across different channels - there's a lot to juggle. Luckily, there are plenty of social media management tools out there that can make it easier. We've rounded up a few of the top free social media management tools that can help you keFew readersFive Ways to Mix Up Your Social Media Post Content
Mixing up the type of content is one of the best ways to beat algorithms and stay relevant on social media. Algorithms aside, varying the type of content you post is also more engaging for your followers. As you start to share different types of content, you will start noticing what performs best with your audience. Once you know what that is, do more of that, and you will see your engagement continue to grow. 1. Share someone else’s content (and tag them!) This is the highest form of flFew readersSocial Media Pro Tips for Small Businesses
When it comes to marketing a small business, free tools are always a great place to start! Social media is one of the most common tools used by small businesses to get the word out about products or services, build a community of clients, and set fire to word-of-mouth marketing, but if not used strategically, the impact can be little to none. Even though you may not be paying a monthly subscription, making an impact on social media takes time, and as we all know- time is money (especially for aFew readersCreating & Using Social Media Business Pages
Add a profile photo and a cover photo. Try using apps or websites such as Canva, Word Swag, Over, or any other apps that will let you create custom images for your cover photo) If using a photo of yourself, try to avoid close-up photos and photos with filters. Try to stick to a color theme of 2 or 3 colors. Clean is KEY! Add your URL in the website section Your URL is located in the Business section of your profile settings NOTE - do not add www to your URL; it woFew readersWhat should I post on my small business social media account?
Five tips to help you determine what to post, when to post, and where to post it. #1 - Don't worry if you only have one thing to post about per day! Cross-post content on different channels! If you want to cross-post on Facebook and Instagram, you can set this up in your settings, and it will happen automatically. #2 - Use Google Analytics. Google Analytics will help you understand which social media channels bring you the most web traffic. Prioritize the channels that drive traffic and dFew readers
Communication
Sample email to invite your client to Aisle8
Subject: Grocery delivery just got much better! Hi [Client First Name], I have some exciting news. [Your business name] is moving to Aisle8, a new shopping platform I'll be using to manage your orders, shopping lists, and deliveries. It's built to make ordering for you faster and easier, whether you want to handle your list yourself or leave it all to me. Your recent shopping lists are already there. I've imported your latest orders, so when you sign upSome readersWelcoming Clients Through Text and Email
“You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” Many attribute the famous quote to Will Rogers. Some say Oscar Wilde coined the phrase, and others cite Mark Twain as its origin. But the sentiment is true no matter who uttered the words. And if you’re a personal shopper welcoming new clients, first impressions can act as springboards into long, fruitful relationships. Getting new client lead downloads is exciting, to be sure. Whether it’s the first time a new client is connectingFew readersBusiness Owner/Client Communication Tips
When it comes to running a business, one of the most beneficial things for you to learn is how to best communicate with clients. Communication is one of the many ways that can help set your business apart from the competition, so don’t be afraid to stay in contact. Here are some ideas on how you can strengthen the relationship between you and your clients. We have found that staying in communication with your clients while shopping their order gives them a sense of ease. So don’t be afraFew readersText Message Templates
The following text message templates are used by top Business Owners to communicate each step of the way with their customers. Many Business Owners keep these templates in the “Notes” section of their phone, for easy copying and pasting on the go. When a client first connects to your app, send them a welcome text. 📱 ----------Copy Text Below----------- "Hello [customer name] 👋 Welcome! *I wanted to take a moment to thank you for your interest in my small business. I can’t wait toFew readersCommunicating with Clients & Leads
A key part of growing your personal shopping business is learning how to talk about it to potential clients. This means talking about it in a way that keeps their interest for about 1-2 minutes! So what does your business solve, and who are your potential clients? Think about why you started your business and what it is that your business has to offer. Maybe you were looking for flexibility, the ability to shop anywhere, wanting to serve the same clients each time, or providing clients with traFew readersBest Practices for Communicating with Clients
As both business owners and customers face economic challenges, it's important to make sure that you are in good standing with clients and practice good communication. Setting realistic expectations with your clients and preparing them for what to expect is the key to a good experience during challenging times. What's the best way to set realistic expectations? Let's dive into a step-by-step guide on what good communication looks like, and how it can help you retain your new or current clients.Few readersHow to Communicate with Your Clients During Inclement Weather Situations
At Aisle8, we have business owners across all 50 states, and that means we hear from people who are impacted by everything from floods and hurricanes to heat waves and ice storms. It's a good time to consider how extreme weather may impact your business. Developing an inclement weather policy ahead of time and communicating that to your clients as the season nears can be a good way to lessen any negative impacts on your business. While the types of extreme weather can vary greatly per area, cusFew readers