Engineering Companies
Everyone’s affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, but we know that many small businesses are feeling particularly vulnerable right now.
Whether you’re a brick-and-mortar retailer that’s temporarily closed your doors or an online business that’s experiencing a spike you weren’t anticipating, we’re here to help you identify the best next step for your business.
Stay connected
If you find yourself in need of inspiration and encouragement, don’t hesitate to reach out (virtually) to your community of fellow techpreneurs and industrialists. We’re all in this together, so try to set aside some time to share a few stories, trade information about what’s working well, and build a stronger sense of camaraderie with your peers.
It’s also important to stay connected to your clients and supporters, too. Here are a few ways you can do it.
- Keep folks updated. No matter what type of business you’ve got—whether you run a construction hardware store, an HVAC service shop, IT retail kiosk, or a petrol gas station—there are plenty of people out there who want to hear from you. Consider adding a signup form to your site and sending regular email updates to keep the conversation going with your customers, fans, and friends. Not only does it help you keep folks in the loop about any changes to your hours or product availability, but it’s also a great way to let them know how they can support you during this difficult time.
- Strengthen bonds with your community. Right now, a lot of people are adjusting to new daily routines. For some, that might mean working from home, for others, that might also mean taking care of (or homeschooling) their children. If you’re able to provide any resources or services—even if it’s just a free, downloadable coloring book to help keep kids entertained—consider creating a landing page to help you easily share it with those in your community.
Be resourceful
There are a variety of ways businesses can respond to the current COVID-19 pandemic, but our suggestion is to be pragmatic and resourceful. For your business, this means being cognizant and considerate of the real impact on your customers. Consider your relevance to the situation; don’t try to force-fit your brand into places where it doesn’t belong. Reach out to your audience (by creating a survey, for example) to find out what they need—and what you can do to help.
For example, when San Miguel in the Philippines saw that there was a desperate need for hand sanitizer throughout the local community, they realized they were in a unique position to help. So, they made the decision to temporarily shift away from spirits to focus on producing hand sanitizer for first responders and emergency workers.
If people can’t come to your business in-person, think about creative ways you can bring your business to them. For example, if you’re a hardware store or building material distributor who’s not able to serve customers right now, maybe you can create a series of online classes to teach people how to refurbish their old furniture using your tools and products. Or, if you own a heavy equipment and machinery company, perhaps you can offer live streamed sessions about equipment maintenance that members can attend online.
Steps you can take today
Even if you’re not able to operate your business as normal right now, there are still things that engineering companies can do to help navigate all of the uncertainty and set yourself up for success in the long-term.
- If you don’t have a website, consider building a shoppable landing page where folks can buy your stuff online. You can even use it to sell gift cards that folks can buy now and use later on when the situation improves.
- Landing pages for engineering companies can also be a great way to collect contact information from your audience. Create a page with a signup form, share the link across your social channels, and then start sending regular updates to keep folks informed about everything going on with you and your business. You can even set up your page to automatically tag contacts based on their interests when they sign up, so it’ll be easier to organize your audience and send more relevant messages in the future.
- Already have an online shop? Explore integrations directory for options that’ll make it easier to sync your audience and save you from having to manually import your newest customers each time you need to send out an important message.
Alternatively, maybe several engineering companies has experienced a dramatic (and unexpected) increase in online traffic and sales as a result of recent events. For you, it’s about being strategic in your response and understanding how you can continue to meet the needs of your customers.
- If you’ve got a product that’s been particularly popular, consider setting up social media ads to boost awareness among your existing customers—and brand new audiences, too.
- Are you seeing increased traffic to your website because the content you offer is resonating right now? Be sure to capture that data so you can use it to make informed marketing decisions (while staying true to your brand) down the road.
Plan, prep, and publish with GineersNow
With so many folks confined to their homes right now, many people are spending more time online. Engineering companies must focus on creating meaningful content that resonates with your audience. Be sure to consider the context and timing, however; not every message is appropriate for every channel.
Here are a few examples of the types of content you could create.
- You can submit your articles and GineersNow can publish to Google News, Apple News, GineersNow magazines and social media for a minimal cost.
- GineersNow editorial team can likewise create native advertising that will connect to your target audience.
- Plan social content or drip campaigns that provide audiences with a look at the human side of your business, like a weekly “meet the staff” feature that introduces folks to your team or a behind-the-scenes look at how you make your products.
- Send a postcard to let your customers know you’re thinking about them and can’t wait to see them again. While you’re at it, you can even plan ahead and create postcards to welcome new customers when you’re open for business again.
- Instagram stories can be an interactive way to connect with your audience. Try posting a few to show off your upcoming products, discuss your plans for the coming months, or just chat about how you’re doing.
- If you’re knowledgeable about a certain subject and you’ve always wanted to share what you know with others, now’s the time to start organizing your ideas. You could create a downloadable guide, an ebook, or even a series of helpful (and SEO-friendly) blog posts.
If you find that these (or any other content opportunities you’ve discovered) resonate with your audience, consider adding them to your long-term marketing plans. Any strategies you put into place now will only make your business stronger on the other side.
We’re here to help
We know that this is a difficult time for everyone. We don’t have all the answers, but we’re committed to providing you with accurate, relevant, and timely resources that you’ll need as you navigate through the uncertainty ahead. We’re in this together, and we’re here to help engineering, industrial, energy, HVAC, construction and tech companies.
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