Niche Marketing Plans

Marketing a County Government Business

The value and earning capacity of a county government business largely depends on the quality of its marketing efforts. But great marketing takes a lot more than hanging a shingle and hoping for the best.

Marketing a county government business has changed dramatically over the past twenty years.

Still trying to figure out what differentiates county government businesses from other businesses in the industry? Surprisingly, the ability to create clear brand messages often outweighs product quality and other considerations.

Discounts

Discounts drive purchasing decisions, and county government business consumers fit the pattern and factor discounts into their spending decisions. The power of a great discount is its ability to convince buyers that are receiving special treatment, a deal that isn't ordinarily available. But in the county government business sector, you won't get far with discounts unless you communicate clear value. For better results, consider rotating the products you discount to incentivize customers to monitor your marketing channels.

Do We Really Need A Logo?

The question of whether or not to create a logo for a county government business is a big deal. We live in a visual world and logos are tangible expressions of your organization's key messages. Logos aren't something that can be changed overnight so it's important to put some thought into logo design. With a lot riding on a logo, it's worth the investment to hire a professional marketing and design firm for your logo needs.

Cost Tracking

The economy is a constant concern for people who own a county government business. You can't afford to waste money on inferior marketing resources. Since every dollar counts, it pays to buy mailing lists from trusted vendors. Good mailing lists are money in the bank; they deliver leads, revenue and most importantly, new customers.

But mailing lists aren't the only way you can reduce costs. Most accounting software solutions have features that allow you to track costs in multiple expense categories and receive alerts when expenses suddenly swing outside of normal parameters.

Share this article


Additional Resources for Entrepreneurs

Lists of Venture Capital and Private Equity Firms

Franchise Opportunities

Contributors

Business Glossary