Events can seem like the last thing on your list, when you have so many other competing priorities.
But they are important… and here’s why!
Planning an event takes time, energy and resources. So many small businesses wonder why they should begin to plan them! An event is not just for fun, it is there to invest in your business and your brand. It is a step on a long-term goal and an investment for the future.
Being memorable:
By hosting an event, whether this be a guest speaker, casual meal or a coffee and chat you are setting out your brand. Creating a more reputable brand and trustworthy business will help to make your company memorable. This will expand your current customer base and build a reputation within your industry. Even as a small business the growth that events can create is worth looking into!
Building a strong network:
By making your brand memorable you have begun the process of building a stronger network. Hosting events allows you to connect with people who are currently not customers but could be in the future. By hosting an event people can explore and understand your service or product better without yet committing to it. This allows you to reach a larger audience and make future connections.
Improving your business:
This is not just about making new connections. You can also use this enhance the ones you have already made by asking your current clients what they value and what they want to see in the future. Make sure you are listening to their responses. As a small business most jobs are going to come from existing and repeat clients. Finding out what these people valued about your business and what they would like to see in the future can help you to make future plans. This will help you to set goals that your target audience are going to love.