11/08/2025
Ways to help keep small businesses going:
❣ Buy their products/services. Period. The money that flows in keeps the business going.
❣ Always tip if you can!
❣ Like their posts. Heart reactions are even better in the eyes of Facebook's algorithm.
❣ Comment on their posts. Six words or more helps them defeat Facebook's algorithm so that they show up on people's newsfeeds more. The more that they show up on newsfeeds, the more likely they are to make money.
❣ Make sure you're responding to the posts from their business account and not shared posts. Though responding to the shared posts helps others see them more as well. Do both! But definitely always respond to the original post first.
❣ Share their posts!!! Period.
❣ Tell people about them. / Share their business cards, accounts, and websites with people. / Recommend them to others.
❣ Don't ask for discounts or free services. Period.
❣ Shop local and shop small! Give your money to your community, not corporate businesses and billionaires. Make your dollar count.
❣ Remind them how much they are appreciated. Resurrance goes a long way in the eyes of a business owner. We're all often questioning if we're doing enough or if this is the right path. Make how you feel known!
❣ Give them feedback! This helps them know what's working and what's desired, making it easier for them to expand on these ideas and things.
❣ Leave reviews!! Period. Did you buy something from them or go to them for a service? Leave a review on their websites, Google, social media pages, and on your personal accounts. Post pictures if you can. Reviews go a long way for a business owner. Don't forget to tag them or share the link to their website!
❣ Don't wait until they have to close down their business to show your support. Support them now. Period.
