We're all seeing the troubles that many SL businesses are facing. The economy, as many say is improving, is still pretty much in the shitter!
So I'd like to pose it to the business owners in Second Life, whatever industry you are in. Simply answer the following:
What ONE piece of advice would you offer to new or existing businesses trying to stay afloat and succeed in a very saturated market?
(Please post your answer as a comment and feel free to post your business name and SLurl if you like.)
What ONE piece of advice would you offer to new or existing businesses trying to stay afloat and succeed in a very saturated market?
ReplyDeleteIn my situation; that's making a point in creating a niche in the saturated market which edges you into bigger areas of the market. Network A LOT - sometimes to the social detriment. If that doesn't work - don't pull the notecard trick, people hate spam.
Or at least for me that used to get me into trouble.
Expect sales to be slow, SL business isn't overnight. You'll get bursts here and there and slow times inbetween.
Ignore those that don't like you - and if your friends are concerned - let them know you beleive in their words, and that their concerns only make you stronger.
Friends will still want to crab and moan - but it's worth it, they will have your back emotionally and as a friend they may not buy from you - but they'll be there for you to say 'I Told you so!"
That's my views at least.