We all know small enterprises are an important part of our society across the planet, so we’ve gathered some actionable tips for waking up to the power of the shopkeeper’s nation and supporting small businesses.

Let’s understand that If we support and step up small businesses now, they will stand a better opportunity of surviving.

Small businesses and shopkeepers offer a favorable impact on their neighborhoods by creating more job vacancies and keeping money circulating in nearby local economies.

Shopkeepers and small businesses can create a big impact on the national economy as well. For instance, Indian small businesses contribute almost 30% of India’s GDP.

Shopkeepers and Small businesses preserve the unique identity of their local communities and develop a multiplier effect. Locally made creations can attract buyers and tourists to that particular community, adding to that area’s incoming revenue. For instance, Some small Indian enterprises preserve India’s textile heritage, including world-famous fabric prints, handcrafted ties and dye, and silk sarees

Here are some ideas on ways to support beyond just spending money:

Small and Easy step is vocal for the local

Buy locally created and traded products over those from a famous brand. Need a new piece of clothing or household device? Stop ordering from multinational brands and visit the local shopkeeper first.

Express them some respect

Discover small businesses online or in your nearby area. Appreciate and testify on their social media handles, or even support them by spreading word of mouth on your account. Put a favorable review on their website or other enterprise review sites. Refer to your family and friends about them and motivate them to shop small as well.

Give some extra efforts

If reasonable, never cancel current memberships during your region’s lockdown or limited-capacity duration. Purchase gift cards from them to use later when the enterprise in your area is more strong. Buy some of their products in quantity now to use overtime to give the small business revenue now when things are difficult.

Encourage them

Give your assistance for free. If you can spare some free time during that period and can give necessary benefits like creating social media handles, web development, equipment repair, or even social media guidance, consider offering your services to support shopkeepers and small businesses. Some local NGOs may even be able to accept monetary donations.