My brother and I recently decided to start an online shoe business called Sole Spot Tandag. As a social media manager and a graphics designer, I knew I could use my skills to give us an edge over our local competitors.
Starting an online business can be a daunting task, especially when you're doing it with your brother. We had to consider everything from what types of shoes to sell, to how we were going to market and promote the business. But we were both passionate about shoes and saw a gap in the market for affordable, fashionable options in our area.
I began by designing a sleek, modern facebook page that would showcase our products and make it easy for customers to make purchases. My brother, who has a background in e-commerce, handled the logistics of setting up the facebook store and making sure everything ran smoothly.
Once the facebook page was up and running, we turned to marketing. I knew that social media would be key to getting our brand out there and attracting customers. I used my skills as a social media manager to create a strong presence on platforms like Instagram and Facebook, posting regular updates and engaging with our followers.
In addition to social media, I also used my skills as a graphics designer to create eye-catching graphics and promotions to drive traffic to our website. We offered discounts and promotions to our followers, and even hosted a few giveaways to drum up excitement around our brand.
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Despite the challenges we faced, our hard work paid off. Within just a few months of launching Sole Spot Tandag, we had built a loyal customer base and were seeing steady growth in sales.
One of the things that sets our business apart from others is our commitment to quality and customer service. We take the time to carefully source our shoes from trusted suppliers, and we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee to our customers. If a customer isn't happy with their purchase, we work with them to find a resolution.
Starting an online business is never easy, but my brother and I are proud of what we've accomplished with Sole SPot Tandag. We're grateful for the opportunity to share our passion for shoes with others, and we look forward to continuing to grow and evolve as a business.
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Good luck on your business. Does your supplier also in the Philippines or are they outside the country? I find that these days it's a bit challenging to find trusted suppliers and high quality materials.
My Supplier is from the Philippines. This is the second time we ordered from them. I really like how they handle volumes of order. :)
@macchiata What business are you in?
In the past I was doing an export and import selling collectible tamagotchi. I mostly get them from Japan. But I am mostly working to help brands with copywriting for their stores. So I often have to talk to suppliers to get details of their product and such.
Wow, congrats on the new business, @jemmanuel.
Sounds like you already have a great plan for your shoe business. good luck.
Yes you're right 😁