Social Media Posts and Advertising
While there may be a downturn in customer spending during the COVID-19 crisis, there is an increase in customer touch points and attention. With Facebook usage up 50%, it is more important than ever for small businesses to turn to social media to maintain relevance and build relationships in their local communities.
Banks and Financial Advisors
With so many out of work, it’s important for banks and financial advisors to ramp up content to share on social. Some ideas include saving/budgeting tips, online banking for beginners, and saving for retirement in a recession. Build your mailing and email lists with signups for webinars, which could be as simple as a live Q&A.
Builders/Carpenters
People are homebound, and they are no doubt evaluating their living spaces. Offer DIY videos for making organization items like bookshelves or shoe racks. When they’re ready to make big home improvements or build a new home, they’ll remember how you shared your expertise.
Computer/Tech Repair
People may be skittish about bringing their computer in for service, even though remaining connected is more important now than ever before with so many working and educating from home. Offer videos to troubleshoot common problems and virtual consultations.
Lawn Care
Offer tips to keep your lawn healthy and tips for spring cleanup. If you are still servicing customers, share what methods you’re using for online payment or pre-pay to minimize social interaction.
Lawyers
Attorney-client privilege doesn’t stop with quarantine. Provided you and your clients secure networks, video consultations are a great option.
Physician Offices
Offer telemedicine evaluation sessions via Zoom and share your method for booking appointments. Be sure to share protocols if patients do have to come into the office to be seen.
Psychologists/Psychiatrists
In-person office visits aren’t feasible during quarantine, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get some face time through a virtual visit. Free services like Doxy are easy ways to reach your patients and keep connecting when they need it most.
Restaurants
As a restaurant owner or proprietor, delivery service within five miles or curbside pickup is a surefire way to ensure your regular customers stay regular. If your restaurant has gift cards available, utilize your social pages to promote gift card purchases that can be utilized at a later time. An easy idea would be Buy a gift card with your meal, and get a free dessert!