Monday, February 20, 2017

Main Street News: February 20th

It is no secret that doing business has changed as technology has advanced. Could you imagine going about your normal day without new technology, doing business none the less? No phone, no calculator, no computer? Think of looking something up in a book instead of doing a simple Google search. Technology these days is supposed to make life easier for us, but for some it has made it more challenging, especially when it comes to running a business. Keeping up with the newest social media platform and successful marketing efforts are things people have said they struggle with, but they know it is essential to make their business successful.
This year, the Main Street Program has gone through a total transformation. We unveiled our new logo and brand, started the Friends of Main Street Program and revamped our membership benefits. That includes our most exciting benefit of 10 hours of social media or marketing help to our gold members. We listened to our members and hope we can help them in these areas they struggle with. There are numerous tools out there to enhance and grow their business. We want to help our members take advantage of these tools and incorporate them into their business.

We are excited to help our businesses out in any way we can. But our business community needs your help as well! I know everyone has heard how important it is to shop local, but have you ask yourself “am I doing everything I can to keep my dollars in the community? Maybe it is more convenient for you to get your items up town or you think you can save a few bucks. Our businesses depend on your loyalty. Maybe you think can’t get what you need in town. I’m sure if you ask any Barnesville business if they can get that item from their store, they would be more than happy to order it in for you!

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