{"id":1079,"date":"2020-04-23T19:15:51","date_gmt":"2020-04-23T19:15:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/redfoxcommunication.com\/tools-useful-links\/crisis-period-business-support\/"},"modified":"2024-06-10T19:57:17","modified_gmt":"2024-06-10T19:57:17","slug":"crisis-period-business-support","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/redfoxcommunication.com\/en\/tools-useful-links\/crisis-period-business-support\/","title":{"rendered":"Crisis period | Business support"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\n\t\tIn this rather diffcult time\n\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\tRed Fox wishes to offer support to companies\n\t<\/h4>\n\t

All Quebecers, you and me as well as the whole world are together in this difficult state. We recognize that uncertain times like these can create unique challenges for some business owners; retailers, restaurants, salons and spas and others. As a result, we are helping to provide information that would be of great help in times like this.<\/p>\n

The information documented here provides information on how businesses can adapt and respond. Let’s take a detailed look at what each industry can do to adapt, thrive and respond in this current economic situation.<\/p>\n

Your business should not be caught in a pandemic, but rather take advantage of this moment to keep its customers organized and updated. Below are the steps you need to follow for a successful ongoing business venture.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"image-renard-regard-droite_redfox-communication\"\n\t\t\t\t\tShare business updates and important information <\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

You have social media all to yourself, so take advantage of its unlimited capabilities. Make sure to keep your business and customers up to date by sharing information with them through your website, social media pages, email, and any other connection you use. You should make sure to add information that clearly indicates your periods of availability, your hours or the measures you take to secure your premises or your products.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tKeep the flow going and answer questions <\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Now that your customers have an update on your business, don’t stay in the dark. They will want to know more and you should be available to answer. Let customers know they can call. Message, email or instant message with questions. You may consider creating a FAQ page on your website with answers to frequently asked questions. It can help you save a lot of time.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tEngage audiences with creative content<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Keep updating the scene. Continue your business from home and gain even more customers by posting content that can add value to viewers. We know the business casual period is suspended right now, however, you can try posting \u00abHow-To\u00bb content about things related to your business. Nowadays, people are more inclined towards their devices than ever.<\/p>\n\t

Now that you have your customers’ full attention, it’s time to try out possible methods to continue your business process. Here are some possible steps you can try. Review each and select the one that will work best for your business reach.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tOnline shopping<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

If your business doesn’t already have an online store, it’s time to move your business to the cloud. There are different e-commerce solution providers; Shopify, WordPress, Wix and many more.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tCurbside delivery and pickup<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

There may be a lockdown for offices, but with an online business, customers can order ahead and have it delivered straight to their doorstep. You can either have it delivered to their car or to their home.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tVirtual consultations<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

As a therapist, counselor or advisor, you don’t have to leave your business either. There are tons of people who need your services. You can try using video chat hosting platforms like Facebook, Zoom, Hangouts and more.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tImprove SEO and Google Ranking <\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Here is the important part<\/strong><\/p>\n

The online world is not new, which means your business is not the first of its kind. There are many more in front of you, but you can stand out. his is where SEO and Google ranking comes in. Hire an online freelance SEO expert and have them develop your e-commerce website to rank in Google search engine listings. Launch advertising campaigns on Facebook, Google and Instagram to skyrocket your sales<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"image-renard-regard_redfox-communication\"\n\t\t\t\t\t