The pandemic and subsequent lockdowns led many people to make changes in their life. The National Statistical Office saw a jump of 30% in registered businesses from 2020, plus many people picked up new hobbies like baking and gardening. It makes sense then that there has been a sharp increase in cake businesses, which allow people to make money from their passion for cake and sweet treats.
So, what can you do to stand out in a cake market that is becoming increasingly competitive?
Always Market Yourself
First, you need to always be looking for ways to market yourself. There are many opportunities to promote your business in your daily life, such as bringing cupcakes in to work or taking some of your products over to a friend’s house. Additionally, be sure to carry high-quality business cards with you to stick in people’s minds.
Have a Secret Recipe
One of the best ways to stand out in any competitive marketplace is to have a USP. In the cake market, a secret recipe can help you to stand out from the crowd and differentiate you from the competition. This could be a small adjustment to a classic recipe that will give your products an edge.
Offer Free Samples
In the cake market, a smart way to attract new customers to your business is with free samples. People will rarely turn down free cake and, if you are good enough, this should help you to attract new customers and show off your secret recipes. It can be hard to get people to take a chance on a product that they have not sampled, so this is a smart way to lure people in.
Testimonials
Another smart way to win people over and encourage them to take a chance on your business is with testimonials and reviews from previous customers. Always ask for feedback and reviews so that you can improve your products as well as publish positive comments on the company website and social media. Even if this is from just friends and family to start with, this acts as social proof and makes it much easier to attract new customers.
This post should give you a few ideas for ways that you can market your cake business and achieve higher levels of success. This can be a great way to make money, but it can also be challenging to attract customers in an increasingly saturated marketplace.
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