Small businesses are a crucial part of the economy and help to create jobs, strengthen communities and drive innovation. By shopping small, you can support local economies, discover unique products and services, make meaningful connections with store owners, enjoy superior customer service, and have a positive impact on your community.
Small businesses are the backbone of our communities, so it's important to support them year-round. Here are five reasons you should shop small businesses all year long:
1. Strengthen Your Local Economy – Shopping at local small businesses helps your community flourish. Money spent at locally-owned businesses circulates back into the local economy and supports other local merchants, leading to a stronger overall economic base for your community.
2. Create Jobs – Small business owners typically employ more people (on average) than large conglomerates do, making it easier for your neighbors to find employment opportunities when they need them most. When you shop small, you're helping create job opportunities in your own backyard!
3. Enjoy Unique Products – While big-box stores tend to stock the same items over and over again, many small businesses offer unique products you won't find elsewhere. Supporting these smaller business owners allows them to keep bringing new, exciting items into the market.
4. Get Personalized Service – When you shop with a small business, chances are you'll get personalized service that goes beyond what the larger stores can offer. Small store owners are usually more willing to help customers with special requests or go the extra mile when it comes to customer satisfaction.
5. Help Your Community Thrive – Supporting local businesses is a great way to show your commitment to your community and encourage other businesses to set up shop. When you shop small, you're helping make your community a better place for everyone!
Over the years at Quikstone Capital Solutions, we've seen the economy rise and fall, but there is one constant: the power of small businesses.
Since 2005, Quikstone has helped thousands of merchants get through the hard times with fast, easy, and flexible working capital for all their business needs, including purchasing new equipment, hiring employees, increasing inventory, creating a marketing campaign, and adding the latest technologies. If you accept credit cards, you could qualify for up to $250,000. Contact us for a pre-qualification so you'll have the funds when you need them. There's no cost or obligation, so apply today!
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