Online businesses have a special problem. There are so many places on the internet for people to go, that it is sometimes hard to get them to come to your business website. In the real world there are store fronts and ads on radio and television that reach people who may not exactly be looking for them. Promoting you online business can seem like an impossible task with all of the competition for peoples attention. The following list helps provide tips for online business owners about promoting their business.
1. Make a special section on your website for special promotions. This gives people an area that clearly explains the promotion and is easy to find every time they visit the site.
2. Create a newsletter. You can have a spot on your site where the customer leaves their email address to get the newsletter. A newsletter lets you show your expertise as well as gives you additional advertising.
3. Devise special programs for loyal customers. Something like those cards you get where if you buy so many coffees your next one is free. People like to get rewarded for being a good customer.
4. Create specials, like buy one get one free. Or create...