Started my own business, its official? now how do i advertise, other than online?

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Local papers will usually provide a free new business write up. Also, see if you can team up with another local company (maybe if you steam clean carpets, you team up with a flooring store) and ask to leave your business cards for their customers that may be interested in your services or merchandise. Radio works well but you have to choose the station carefully and be sure the listening audience relates to your services or merchandise. Also, consider placing a coupon ad in a local savings booklet. Customers love to save money. Even local flea markets and outdoor malls are good, usually you will pay about $10-20 for a booth and you can advertise and hand out coupons, samples, etc. Hope this helps

Fliers,Billboards,Have an ad posted in the yellow book directory in your area it only costs about $9.00 but, it is really worth it. When people use the Yellow Pages or www.yellowpages.com your ad will be their and you will get major publicity for that. Other than that I think word of mouth will speak for itself on your business I wish you the best of Luck on all your endavours!!!!

What about an advertisement in a paper? It may be a bit conservative, but reaches a lot of people. Or - it depends on your business of course - you could contact your business partners directly, go to a company and talk to the responsible person. Good luck!

Network with individuals from local businesses or larger corporations that are interested in buying your service ... This is the Best way to get steady paying clients!!!