Local Alaskan Businesses You Should Support During Covid-19
As we all know, Alaskans are survivors. We have all weathered different types of storms and are still standing.
That being said, these are new and uncertain times. Many small Alaskan businesses have already closed their doors due to the loss of income during this pandemic. Other businesses are barely hanging on.
To weather this storm, all Alaskans are going to need to become interdependent. That means we all need to intentionally support other local businesses. As finances allow, choose a local business that you can support. Even in a small way. The support will add up.
Ways to Help
Instead of shopping at the big box or chain store, check-in on local businesses. There is a long list of ways you can help different businesses in the area. So we have put together a list of different local businesses that deserve our support.
Local Grocery Stores:
Local Restaurants:
Local Farms:
Online Alaskan Businesses:
*Did we leave out a business you think should be on the list? Send us a message and we would love to expand this list!
If You Own An Alaskan Business
There are several things you can do if you are a small Alaskan business that isn’t generating enough income. Check out some of our favorite ways to generate more income.
Website
Do you have a website set up? This makes it easy for Alaskans all over the state to find you. Regularly go in and make sure the information is correct and updated.
Are you a registered Google business? Make sure you are registered on Google with the correct address, phone number, and website information. If you can get a few reviews on your Google page it will be even better!
Do you have a Facebook page? Make sure it is always up to date with information about your location, products, and services.
Products
Do you sell a product that can be sold online? Don’t just rely on your website! Try to sell on Amazon, Etsy, Shopify, eBay, Target, Walmart, Home Depot, and Facebook Marketplace.
Services
If you provide a service is this something you can perform remotely? Could you provide the service to other local areas? Maybe it would only take setting up a zoom call or investing in some good software!
Package Deals
Do you know other business owners who provide products or services that compliment your own? Try creating package deals that can help bring in new customers by combining forces with another company.
The survival of Alaskan businesses means supporting each other. If you don’t see your business on our list or would like to recommend a business, please send us a message of who you think we should add.
If you are looking for a way to help bring in more income for your business, send us a message today to see how we can help.
