I am grateful to Elena for her article and hope it might be of benefit to those who should read it.
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The aim of solomonislandsinfocus.com is to bring the latest news, and that includes news from New Zealand, and covers news that will help small business owners that might be struggling in the Solomon Islands amidst the pandemic. Many of the businesses in the the Solmons depend on tourism in order to survive, and this lifeline has been deeply impacted by restrictions and rules put in place to curb the spread of coronavirus.
If your business is one of them, or if you have any other sort of business affected by the ongoing pandemic, the resources below might help you minimize the damage and stay afloat.
Stay Connected While Social-Distancing
You don’t have to interact with employees and clients in-person to stay connected. There are virtual and remote channels that can help you collaborate and connect.
- Working remotely can have its challenges but you can use online tools to collaborate.
- Connecting online with customers is also predicted to become the new business normal.
- One creative solution for those in the tourism industry is to offer virtual travel options.
- Getting savvy with social media is another effective way to maintain your connections.
- You can also start a podcast to stay connected (and hire freelancers to help you edit it).
Plan for a Safe and Low-Stress Reopening
With any hope, you will be able to at least partially reopen your small business soon. When the time comes, you also need to be prepared with the right information and tools.
- Local publications may offer the most current reopening information for businesses.
- Also, know that there may be plans for travel bubbles to help boost tourism businesses.
- Planning for a low-risk reopening is smart, no matter what sort of business you own.
- Take the time to let your customers know how you plan on keeping them safe.
- Finally, review current guidelines and restrictions put in place by the government.
Business may not be back to normal yet, but business owners shouldn’t have to struggle. If you own a small business that has been affected by the coronavirus pandemic, try any or all of the tips above. They could help you get back on your feet and get your business back in shape.
For the latest Solomon Islands news and info, check in with solomonislandsinfocus.com
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Yours sincerely
Frank Short
