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By Melissa Brewer

Helping Rochester small businesses is an easy way to give back to your community. During the cold winter, many families struggle to heat their homes and put good food on the table. Read along to find the best ways to support these local companies.

Use Their Services

The best and most obvious way to support a business is to pay for its services. Landscaping companies are abundant all over the company, and homeowners are encouraged by 90% of real estate agents to have their homes landscaped before selling. This service will help your home look better and support a small business.

If you are not eating in person due to COVID-19, order from your favorite local restaurant. Make sure to tip well and thank the delivery workers. This will help delivery workers and restaurant workers stay afloat and want to come back to work. And you will get to keep eating your favorite meals. Treating everyone in the city with kindness and compassion goes a long way, especially for a small business.

Many students live in Rochester. You might look online to see if any art shows or plays are being put on by universities in the area. This is a great way to support the community and enrich your life in the process. There is always something to do in the city to help a small business, of which there are almost 28 million in the United States.

Learn Where to Find Local Businesses

There is no shortage of small businesses, especially in Rochester. Just walking down the street you can find local grocers, boutique candy stores, craft stores, and more. Look around your office building or apartment to see what the city has to offer. The Rochester Public Market is a great place to walk around and find these local vendors who want to share their goods.

You should check the local paper and news stations to see what is going on in your area. This might lead you to a great new flower shop or clothing store that has just opened up. You can also ask your friends where they are getting groceries or paint supplies. Have open discussions about the importance of small businesses, and more will seem to crop up. Make sure to check everything out in person to give small businesses a chance.

Promote Them Yourself

Word of mouth is very strong and has become even stronger in the digital age. Make sure to leave positive reviews and tell your friend about the new businesses you have found. Share your new finds on social media! This can be done with a geotag or by tagging the business in your post. This step will always go appreciated by business owners who are struggling to get off the ground or make a return during COVID-19. This will help small businesses, 64% of which are struggling with finances, get new customers, and grow their client base. It is always good to help your community prosper.

If you have your own small business, talk with other business owners about combining efforts. This might mean a local wine store and chocolatier having a chocolate and wine night. This will bring clients from both businesses together and give everyone a better chance at growing their business. Take the time to go to local events and you might even find yourself with a coupon for the future.

Trying to support a small business will help your community grow. By funding businesses with your service and giving them free press, you will be instrumental in their success. Help Rochester be better with these tips for helping a small business in the city.

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