Have you ever wondered how you can help your friends that have small businesses? As a photographer in Louisiana, I have some really great ways to support your friends! So keep reading.
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As small business owners, we know that our friends and family aren’t always going to be able to support our business in monetary ways all the time. There’s a time and a place for that. But there are still some really awesome ways that you can help your friends that are running small businesses and it was have a huge impact!
1. Like and follow their business accounts. If you’re already doing that, awesome!!
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2. When you see their posts, like it!! Facebook and Instagram only show things that get feedback. So your likes count!
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3. Leave a comment. The comment can be as simple as an emoji or “love!!” Engagement is huge for us small business owners being seen!
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4. SHARE!! If you’re seeing their posts, share them! This gives your friend that much more exposure and it costs NOTHING.
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5. Tell others. Help spread the word of just how awesome your friend’s business is but telling your coworker, neighbors, church friends, high school friends, childhood friends, mom friends. You get the idea. Talk about your small business owner friends and I promise you will make their day!
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As a small business owner myself, I just want to say thank you for all the support! It means the world to us. More than you’ll ever know!!