If you knew a business was on the brink of closure, would you want to know? How would you help? My favorite Pho restaurant just closed permanently, and I wish I knew. I wish I had a chance to promote them or help any way I could. #SupportLocalBusinesses #SmallBusinessSupport #CommunitySupport
Something that one of our favourite cafes used to do, is if they saw they were doing really bad during the month, they would ask for help and say if every person who follows us even bought one small coffee it would really help us out. The community responded and it helped them survive for another day. I have seen it where restaurant owners bemoan the fact that there are 100+ comments lamenting the fact that their restaurant closed, and scratching their heads wondering where they were when they needed them. It IS easier to say “that’s too bad” than actually go over there and support them with your money. These are some things I’ve experienced over the past few years working with small businesses.
President. OLCM
5moShare on socials. Encourage your network to take clients there for lunch. Small things.