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Kick Butt Marketing Ideas for Barber Shops

By Maciej Fita | Barbershop Marketing | 0 comment | 21 December, 2016 | 2

Marketing Ideas for Barbershop

 

If you need to add to your barbershop’s client base, the internet is the perfect way to get it done. Now more than ever, people are turning to the internet to find all the services they need, whether that means a plumber, a mechanic, or even someone to trim their hair. Here are some proven online barber shop marketing strategies that will direct attention toward your barbershop.

 

Establish Your Identity


If there’s one thing you can do that will help you build clientele, it’s establishing an identity for yourself online. To do it, think about the environment in your barbershop. Is it old-fashioned, just like the ones your grandfather went to? Is it new, fun, and modern? Do you offer something other barbershops don’t? Think about these things, then incorporate them into your online identity, including your website, your advertisements, and even your social media accounts. It’ll make your brand more memorable, which will generate more business.

 

Check out these great barbershops for brand identity:

 

  • http://www.maxim.com/style/americas-15-best-barber-shops
  • http://www.businessinsider.com/the-16-best-barber-shops-in-america-2013-7
  • http://www.menshealth.com/grooming/manliest-barbershops

 

Here’s a great example. 5th Avenue Barber Shop in Naples, FL.

 

Barber Shop Branding

 

What are they doing right?
 

  • Great logo – It has a vintage fun feel to it that we could all remember.
  • Clean homepage – I immediately get a feel for the vibe.
  • Online Scheduling – User experience is important. Was it easy to make an appointment?
  • Free beer – You can’t see it in the image but they give you a free beer. Umm, i’ll be there.

 

Allow Online Scheduling


In today’s world, convenience is key to getting business. You should make everything about your barbershop as convenient as possible for your clients. For example, maybe you can stay open during evening hours or during weekends – times when other shops are closed. What’s more, you can even integrate online scheduling into your marketing campaign. Simply set up software that allows your clients to book appointments right from your website – or better yet, directly through a mobile app.

 

Reward Returning Customers


Just about every barbershop out there offers promos for its new customers, and while that’s a great way to bring people in the door, it does very little to keep them coming back. Offering a discount program for returning customers can make a tremendous difference in your overall clientele. Simply advertise it online – get four haircuts and get the fifth free, or earn a free old-fashioned shave with three haircuts – and you’re sure to have a winning campaign on your hands. Everyone likes to get something free, and when customers feel like you really care about them, they’re more likely to keep scheduling their appointments with you rather than going to the shop down the street offering a one-time 10% off.

 

Here’s a few that could help you really anchor in repeat customers.

 

  • https://www.bellycard.com/salon-loyalty-program/
  • http://www.fivestars.com/businesses/
  • https://www.zaius.com/
  • https://www.loyalzoo.com/

 

Make the Most of Social Media


If you don’t have a social media account specifically for your barbershop, you’re missing out on a huge demographic. About 75% of all adults across the country access their Facebook accounts regularly, and Twitter comes in a close second. Creating social media accounts for your barbershop – and posting to them regularly – can make a huge difference. People can like, share, and comment on your posts, which gets them even more visibility. It’s all part of making your barbershop memorable, which is easily done with social media.

 

Here’s an example of their Instagram account – good stuff.

 

barber-shop-instagram
 

Don’t Forget about SEO – It Works!


SEO isn’t just fairy dust. It actually works when done correctly. Customers who need a haircut are turning to search engines more than ever before. Your barber shop needs search engine visibility if you ever want to move past word of mouth (which isn’t bad). Ranking on page 1 in a competitive space online could bring you quite a bit of new clientele but you have to work at being there. SEO doesn’t just happen. SEO is a process that takes time so the more competitive the geographic location the more effort it will take.

 

barber-shop-seo

 

As you can see, getting new clientele into your barbershop doesn’t have to be a huge ordeal. In fact, with just a few simple steps – such as defining your online identity, allowing online scheduling, and truly utilizing social media – it’s possible to enjoy more business than ever before.
 
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Maciej Fita

Maciej Fita

Hey! Thanks for reading our posts. I'm the Marketing Manager here at Brandignity. I've been quoted on various publications including Search Engine Watch, Mashable and Inc.com. At Brandignity our passion for this industry is strong. Don't hesitate to contact us with any questions. Thanks!

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