The following is a testimonial from Bartercard member Stuart Evans of Evanco Mechanical.
Member Story: Evanco Mechanical
We are a family owned and operated business, my daughter runs the office and is also a mechanic apprentice in the workshop, and my wife, Natasha also works within the business. Evanco Mechanical started off in my back shed in 2004 where I was a mobile mechanic. We then expanded and moved to Strickland Street, Bunbury in 2006 and have been operating in these premises ever since.
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Topics:
increase profit,
increase cash flow,
small business,
attract new customers,
trade exchange,
business blog
Everyone likes a bargain. Why pay full price for something when you can receive a discount? This is why discount websites are gaining popularity. They’re great for the consumer, but are they good for the merchant and small business owner? As a small business owner, have you worked out the real cost of discounting and the impact it will have on your business? Daily deal websites charge a fee of approximately 15-20% of the sale price and stipulate that the offer presented must be at least 50% off the original sale price.
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Topics:
growing your business,
increase profit,
buyer demand,
starting up your business,
small business,
attract new customers,
save cash,
branding,
discounting
Whether you like your bread savoury, sweet, crusty, classic or artisanal, Bakers Delight has been perfecting Australia's favourite breads since 1980.
One franchisee of the popular bread brand, Ryan Kirkham, has created a partnership with Bartercard, which has attracted approximately $40,000 in sales every year – that’s a lot of loaves!
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Topics:
growing your business,
increase profit,
bartercard,
buyer demand,
small business,
attract new customers,
save cash
It happens to all of us – you’re making progress on a project, learning something new, or perhaps keeping with exercise or a diet, and then things start to go sideways. Your motivation gradually fades as the year progresses until your progress has come to a halt and then goals have been shelved. With autumn looming, now is the time to reassess your goals and ensure you’re taking the necessary steps to create good discipline habits that will allow you to succeed. Be they business or pleasure, persistence is the most important quality. After all, all your hard work to date will have been for nothing if you quit now!
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Topics:
growing your business,
small business owner,
strategy,
small business,
motivation,
goals
We don’t always like to think too far ahead. Long term business growth strategies might not be a priority, nor might it be something we particularly enjoy thinking about, but certain outcomes are inevitable in everyone’s life. In short, you won’t run your business forever.
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Topics:
business strategies,
growing your business,
small business owner,
strategy,
small business,
trade exchange,
succession planning
Bartercard New Zealand is part of the largest global trade exchange, trading over $150 million worth of goods and services outside the cash economy each year. With thousands of members in New Zealand alone, Bartercard provides business opportunities to its members by making use of unused trading capacity and excess inventory to increase profits and get new customers. Total Finish Painting Contractors is just one of the Bartercard members delivering professional results for all their clients’ painting and decorating needs throughout Canterbury and wider South Island region.
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Topics:
growing your business,
increase profit,
increase cash flow,
small business,
attract new customers,
save cash,
spare capacity,
build business networks
Content marketing is essential for any business wanting to connect with their customers. Chances are you’re already sharing content in your business. Every time you pop up a blog, video, podcast, or social media post you’re using content marketing to attract people to your products and services.
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Topics:
small business owner,
attracting new customers,
posting on social media,
social media,
strategy,
attract new customers,
build business networks,
SEO,
business blog,
content marketing,
Search engine optimisation
Using social media is a proven method to market your business online. When used well, these B2B social networks platforms can boost your business by increasing your brand’s visibility. There is no better way of gaining customers’ trust and building relationships than using social platforms.
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Topics:
small business owner,
attracting new customers,
posting on social media,
what to post on social media,
strategy,
attract new customers,
build business networks,
social media influencers
It might start with a name and a logo, but if there’s one thing the team at Bartercard knows, it’s that building a trusted brand is much more than just graphic design.
Building a trusted brand is critical in the digital age. Having a strategy and focus to help build trust in the right places can maximise your impact, your brand reach, and your market sway.
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Topics:
growing your business,
increase cash flow,
starting up your business,
small business,
market research,
attract new customers,
save cash,
spare capacity,
build business networks,
branding
March 31st is fast approaching, which means the fiscal year is coming to a close and your taxes are due. Businesses with a year-end pending are scrambling to fulfill last minute sales, undertake stocktakes, squeeze in the last expenses, and complete accounts to meet month-end. It’s a busy and stressful time, particularly if you’re a small business owner with fewer resources and limited support.
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Topics:
business strategies,
Cashflow,
Accounting,
increase cash flow,
clear excess stock,
attract new customers,
save cash
