Your growth depends on advertising, so small business owners should advertise their business in creative but affordable ways. At the same time, you want to utilize your marketing budget in a way that will best promote your brand and your company message. Here are some clever ways to advertise your business in places where your customers are most likely to be.
Promotional Items
You can buy economical promotional items in bulk that have your business logo and contact info printed on them. Many promo items, such as water bottles and promotional coffee mugs, can be purchased in large enough quantities that will serve your marketing need. Be sure to choose items that will be of real use to your customers.
Where to Give Out Promotional Water Bottles
You can get practically free advertising for your small business by giving out promotional water bottles around your local area. The following are several places where you or your business representative can give out promotional water bottles.
– Auto shows
– Trade shows
– Festivals
– Chamber of Commerce
– Visitor centers
– Race events
Sponsorship
Your town probably has an elementary or high school with some kind of sports team. School teams always need help from local businesses to help cover costs for uniforms, bus rental and food. In return for your donation of promotional water bottles with your business brand imprinted on them, your business will receive name recognition and a favorable reputation as a supporter of school athletics.
Where to Give Out Promotional Coffee Mugs
Promotional coffee mugs are of great value to almost everyone, which makes them ideal for use in advertising your small business. You can give out promotional mugs imprinted with your business info in many places, including:
– Hotel and motel meeting rooms
– Convention centers
– Your own business headquarters
– Teacher lounges
– Grocery store coffee stands
– Ski lodges
– Cabin rentals
Smart small business owners know that advertising in creative and affordable ways is the fastest path to success. With promotional water bottles and promotional coffee cups, getting your business name in the public eye is easier than ever.