--- title: Small Business Saturday Checklist description: While most of your preparations should be done by this point, there is still time to make a few last-minute adjustments to give yourself the best chance image: https://www.quikstonecapital.com/hubfs/checklist-2077018_640.jpg --- [![Merchant Cash Advance](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/_Website/Logos/Web-Combo-11.png?width=200&name=Web-Combo-11.png "Merchant Cash Advance")](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/) [![Merchant Cash Advances](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/_Website/Logos/Web-Color2.png?width=738&name=Web-Color2.png "Merchant Cash Advances")](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/) # Merchant Cash Advance Blog # Small Business Saturday Checklist Posted by [Karen Erdelac](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/author/karen-erdelac) on Nov 14, 2022 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ![Small Business Saturday Checklist](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/checklist-2077018_640.jpg?width=737&height=535&name=checklist-2077018_640.jpg)While most of your preparations should be done by this point, there is still time to make a few last-minute adjustments to give yourself the best chance for success during this year's Small Business Saturday event. ### Clean Your Establishment This is an excellent opportunity to make a good impression with the cleanliness and safety of your store. Disinfecting surfaces is a priority these days, but there are several other [areas to address when doing a deep clean](https://www.greencleaningdfw.com/how-to-clean-a-house-professionally-checklist). - Dust all surfaces, including all furniture, appliances, baseboards, chair rails, blinds, window frames, fans, stair railings, pictures, mirrors, and light fixtures - Spot clean switches, outlet covers, cabinet fronts, and doors - Vacuum any carpets or rugs - Sweep or vacuum hard floor surfaces and damp mop them ### Schedule Additional Staff While foot traffic may not be quite the same as years past, you'll want to ensure you have enough people to create a positive customer experience. Your approach to scheduling should be organized to ensure proper staffing. - Consult with your staff - Try to be flexible with time-off requests - Provide incentives for working extra hours - Hire temporary help - Post and confirm the schedule in staff meetings ### Freshen Up Your Website Make sure your website content is up to date and that any sales, contests, or specials you'll have are clearly posted. - Prominently display your deals - Be transparent with shipping costs and deadlines - Bundle complimentary items - Promote your loyalty rewards program - Add festive videos, graphics, and images ### Get Your Promotions Rolling Many large companies have started their holiday shopping weekend promotions early this year, which is an excellent idea for small businesses. - Post early deals on social media - Offer different deals each day leading up to Small Business Saturday - Start a raffle or contest with the winner chosen on Small Business Saturday - Run exclusive online deals - Continue your promotions through the holidays ### Leverage Your Network Touch base with local business owners and others in your network to create some buzz and word-of-mouth advertising around your promotions. - Cross-promote with other businesses - Set up a referral program - Do a local scavenger hunt with the aim of visiting local stores - Offer customer rewards for posting pictures of your business or merchandise **Click below for more ways to maximize your holiday profits!** **[![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/311686/92255628-6cca-4242-a1b2-a250f1f0a6a0.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/311686/92255628-6cca-4242-a1b2-a250f1f0a6a0)** #### Category/Topic - [Small Business (268)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/small-business) - [Restaurant (255)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/restaurant) - [Growing Your Business (191)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/growing-your-business) - [Funding Your Business (147)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/funding-your-business) - [Holiday (110)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/holiday) - [Merchant Cash Advance (93)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/merchant-cash-advance) - [Retail (70)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/retail) - [Business Cash Advance (59)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/business-cash-advance) - [Bakery (52)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/bakery) - [Specialty Retail (52)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/specialty-retail) - [Catering (49)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/catering) - [Salon and Day Spa (46)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/salon-and-day-spa) - [Auto shops (41)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/auto-shops) - [Grow Your Business (33)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/grow-your-business) - [Liquor Store (31)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/liquor-store) - [Marketing (25)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/marketing) - [Ecommerce (21)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/ecommerce) - [About us (20)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/about-us) - [Mobile (11)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/mobile) - [Cash for Businesses (10)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/cash-for-businesses) - [Dental Office (9)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/dental-office) - [Coffee Shop (8)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/coffee-shop) - [Veterinary (5)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/veterinary) - [PCI compliance (3)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/pci-compliance) - [Pool Service (2)](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/topic/pool-service) [See More](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/merchant-cash-advance-blog/small-business-saturday-checklist#) [![Alternative Funding](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/311686/b9359813-7020-4f5e-828a-adacff883647.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/311686/b9359813-7020-4f5e-828a-adacff883647) [![Merchant Cash Advance](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/_Website/Logos/Web-Combo-2.png?width=738&name=Web-Combo-2.png "Merchant Cash Advance")](https://www.quikstonecapital.com/) Quikstone Capital provides business loan alternatives to get your business the cash it needs to grow and prosper. 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