The 21st century is the startup century. It is ruled by dynamic youngsters who look to make the most out of everything. But they lack in experience, and many times they fail to understand that there are some things that a small business needs, which probably lacks in their business. Maybe that is why only 2 startup companies out of 10 manage to survive for the first 18 to 19 months during their initial business years.
Below we have mentioned five important things which every small business needs to know to be successful-
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· Managing Cash Properly
It must be know that this does not concern the profits of the company. Here, cash management means that the business should have a good amount of cash in hand. Many times, you will see that collecting payments from your clients will take time, and no one knows how your business will progress in that time. So you must plan accordingly, and your liquidity must always be maintained.
· Taking Natural Talents
When you start your business, you will see that slowly as time progresses and your business activities expand, for most of the tasks, you will have to be completely dependent on your employee team. Naturally, you must then look to hire employees who are reliable and can do the tasks at hand with ease. It’ll b better if you hire talented people who naturally fit into your team, so that your business always runs smoothly.
· Controlling Line of Product and Margins
It is a very common pattern among new businesses that they launch a long line of products in the market so that they can be visible to the customers while trying to create their own unique product with it. This technique is a recipe for failure. Firstly, such long line of products is generally unsustainable at an early operational stage. Secondly, businesses fail to pay attention to the profit margins on the products when they have such long line of products. Remember not to do this.
· Proper Marketing
Your marketing strategy must be such that it improves the return that you earn on your investments. These days, the techniques of marketing have changed drastically as compared to 5 years ago, and you must choose your marketing investments according to today’s time. Today, social media marketing is a good place to start your marketing antics. Also, website development combined with Search Engine Optimization is a great marketing strategy.
· Customer Communication and Satisfaction
Communication with your targeted customer base is the key today. That enables you to know the latest trends which are popular among them. Also, while interacting with your customers, you can develop your own style of communication and add a personalized touch to it. Again, social media plays a big role in providing customer care and communication services. Use them for your own advantage.
The bottom line that you must remember is that in your beginning days, stick to the basics. That way you will avoid making many mistakes whilst using tried and tested methods.
Alex is fascinated with “understanding” people. It’s actually what drives everything he does. He believes in a thoughtful exploration of how you shape your thoughts, experience of the world.
