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kindredhive
Contributor 2
3 days ago

Do you have any advice or ideas on how to attract clients without using Angie or Thumbtack?

Hey everyone! I’m a newer small business owner trying to grow my client base and would love some advice from others who have been through it.

I’ve already been posting on Facebook, using Nextdoor and Yelp, and even putting flyers on windshields in parking lots trying to get my name out there. I’m hoping to find more ways to reach local clients without using Angie’s List or Thumbtack.

What has worked best for you?

• Word of mouth?

• Networking?

• Community events?

• Referral programs?

• Partnerships with local businesses?

• Something else?

 

I’d really appreciate any ideas, tips, or advice from people who’ve grown their business organically. Thank you!

— Jennifer with Spotless Home Solutions LLC

5 Replies

  • Homeownership's avatar
    Homeownership
    Contributor 3
    3 days ago

    Partnerships with local businesses can help. Realtors, laundromats, barbershops, small property managers, and community centers all talk to homeowners daily.

  • OldWorldRemodel's avatar
    OldWorldRemodel
    Contributor 2
    3 days ago

    Nextdoor seems to work well for me. Make sure you create a business profile. After you post a recent job to your business profile, then turn around and share that post on your personal profile. Get all your past clients, and friends to "Fave" your business. Nextdoor keeps me local and close to home. They have gotten fairly expensive to run an add campaign. But what i just suggested to you doesn't cost anything. 

    I've been remodeling homes for over 35 years. I have come to the conclusion that if you truly want to build your business, you will eventually have to PAY for results. Whether you pay an app like Nextdoor, or you pay Google to drive search results to your website, paying will get you there faster. When first starting out tho, any of the neighborhood groups on social media, or nextdoor can with it you be consistent and post often. Also, you might consider paying a professional to tweak your SEO settings for your website. I have used a Chat GPT to suggest SEO improvements for my website and it helped me a lot.

    I hope this helps :) 

    Richard at Old World Remodeling 

  • dandalabor's avatar
    dandalabor
    Contributor 2
    3 days ago

    We’ve had great success building relationships with the local landlord association and several property management companies.

  • ABClawncare's avatar
    ABClawncare
    Contributor 2
    2 days ago

    Hello, I have had good results posting on nextdoor and becoming a Google reviewed service in my area. I still have to provide the same level of service but can and do get the 5 star rated reviews that today's customer's do check before hiring. Good luck and God bless ! Fred, A Basic Cut lawn, Ruidoso Nm.