Did you know that the ancient concept of bartering goods/services is still relevant in this age of digital money? Yes, as amazing as it may seem, trading your products in exchange for what you need or would otherwise have purchased in cash can be the ultimate business tactic. Not only do you attract new customers in the process, but you also increase the profitability of your business, managing stock more effectively and participating in a supportive network of other businesses. What’s more, a healthy barter relationship can serve as a perfect opportunity to turn your bartering members of today into the paying clients of tomorrow. After all, opportunities for extra income shouldn’t be passed up!

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Topics: attract new customers, save cash, build business networks, unrealised potential, increase sales, networking

Being a business owner requires being decisive when it comes to risk-taking, but going in it alone can be challenging without the help of a community around you. In a competitive industry where you’re up against both the big and small players, joining a supportive network is essential to thriving. Today, we explain why collaboration is essential for your business’ growth.

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Topics: growing your business, attract new customers, build business networks, business needs, networking

Businesses are always looking for more ways to get more customers. Without well-defined objectives and a well-planned marketing strategy, it can be a challenging task, to say the least. What business owners need to know is it all starts with defining your business goals, reviewing who you are as a brand, and what strategies are most suitable to employ when it comes to acquiring new customers and sustaining the ones you have. In short, businesses need to be open to improving their sales and marketing sector for their company to grow. There are no shortcuts when it comes to attracting, converting, and retaining customers. However, there are little ways to make your business more visible to potential customers.

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Topics: attract new customers, build business networks, increase sales, business needs, customer loyalty

Do you know what Apple Inc, General Motors and Amazon have in common? Except for the fact that they are among the most successful companies in the world, there is one more thing – they continue to add new products to their existing portfolio. Despite being giants in their own right, they know the value that product line expansion brings to business and are constantly looking for opportunities to develop a new line of product.

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Topics: business strategies, growing your business, increase cash flow, expand your product line, build business networks, business needs

Building a business into a stable, profitable enterprise takes an enormous amount of time, effort, investment, and resources. For that reason, it probably comes as no surprise that many business owners become very cautious about making major changes once they do achieve such stability and profitability. Unfortunately, those instincts can get in the way of their business’ continued growth and long-term success.

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Topics: business strategies, growing your business, small business, attract new customers, save cash, trade exchange, build business networks, unrealised potential, increase sales, business needs

Plenty has been written about how technological advances allow businesses to better connect with their customers, but what about with each other? How well is your business keeping up with changes in the B2B networking arena?  These days, keeping pace with change in the business world is harder than ever. However, for those ready and willing to put in the work, these rapid changes to B2B networking represent a terrific opportunity to separate yourself from your competition.

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Topics: small business owner, increase cash flow, attract new customers, save cash, build business networks, increase sales

Bartering has been around since ancient times. Our ancestors were practicing it long before us – especially in times when money didn’t even exist. It’s a simple concept. Barter is the exchange of goods and services for other goods and services people offer. Today, the barter trading system has been refined to fit modern day business models and businesses’ needs. Though it still follows the same concept, barter has now opened more opportunities for businesses to capitalise on their unrealized potential. Still, some people misconstrue how the whole Bartercard system works. Is it a scheme? Is it a way to avoid taxes? These are valid questions and today, our blog will clear up some misconceptions surrounding incorrect Bartercard reviews, and hopefully give an insight into how Bartercard works. Let’s take a look!

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Topics: build business networks, Bartercard myths, mythbusted, unrealised potential, increase sales, barter, business needs

Have you been wondering when the best time would be to make an investment, be it in stock shares, property, or perhaps a new business venture? Well, if you’re a property investor, then we at Bartercard have good news. There has never been a better time to invest in property than today. Continue reading to find out why!

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Topics: increase cash flow, attract new customers, build business networks, property

Many Bartercard members are shining examples of how the network’s alternate payment of Trade Dollars can be utilised to benefit their business and lifestyle. Maximising cash flow, retaining customers, and keeping stock moving are all important elements of any business, so using Trade Dollars to buy and sell goods and services can offer a wealth of advantages for business owners.

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Topics: growing your business, increase profit, increase cash flow, fill downtime, clear excess stock, small business, attract new customers, save cash, trade exchange, spare capacity, build business networks

Do you have a clear view of who your competitors are? Do you understand how their actions in the marketplace are affecting your profitability and future planning? Being aware of what’s happening around you and what your competitors are up to is fundamental to the survival of any business – big or small. Knowing where your business is at is crucial to stay competitive and get more customers, but what business techniques can help you?

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Topics: growing your business, increase profit, increase cash flow, fill downtime, bartercard tourism, attract new customers, build business networks