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It is hard to start and then build up a successful business. However, at a certain point, when a steady cash flow is achieved and a relatively solid customer base established, there comes a time to consider different options of expanding the business. To not upgrade your services or products seem not to be an option at all these days: markets are changing at an alarming rate and any successful business which wants to stay in the game has to be flexible enough to adapt to the changes and evolve alongside the market. There are three major areas of expansion to consider: people, location and products.
New locations
Having achieved a good presence in one market, spreading to new ones seems to be an obvious choice. It means opening a new office in a new location, or if you are in retail business also a new store. This step is not to be taken lightly and making a careful business plan is in order. The plan should involve an in depth research of established competitors in that area and the potential niche your product could fill and, above all, it should also address the problem of location of your new branch. You could look for an appropriate commercial building for sale or lease and consider what kind of investment that would require. If you cannot find anything suitable or you have very specific requirements to meet, you can even consider constructing a new commercial building. What is commercial building construction like in that area and how do you determine all the necessary permits, procedures and taxes, can be a daunting undertaking which would require hiring a professional advisor. Sometimes it is worth to think outside the box and take into consideration buildings or spaces that are typically not seen as an obvious fit for your needs but would prove to be a good solution with a bit of creative remodeling.
New markets can be also virtual
New markets are not necessary new geographical locations with new offices or stores. They can be completely virtual: you can start offering your products online and efficiently reach a geographically much wider area than opening a few new branches in different cities. You might need to expand your present quarters to facilitate new departments which would tend to your business online; however, it is usually easier to expand your already established position of your company than finding and buying a new one.
New markets can also mean new customer markets, meaning groups of different demographics, for example of different age or gender. Consider who could also benefit from your product and then invest into direct marketing to them. With a younger demographic this means a more visible presence in social media and online.
New products
With the introduction of new products that complement your existing line of products you might expect quick positive results. The reason for that is your already established customer base. With the introduction of new products you will penetrate the market deeper. You have already gained the trust of your existing customers which makes a launch of a new product a much easier task than trying to launch your basic product in an area without that support. A new product does not necessary mean a new physical product; like an upgraded basic model. It might be a higher level of service to your clients. Or you might consider and start giving classes or workshops which benefit from your expertise. An interesting way of introducing new products is also acquiring or merging with companies with products that complement your offer.
People bring extra value to your company
Whether you want to conquer new geographical or virtual markets, or launch new products into the existing one, you will need a good team to enable your expansion. Hiring new people can bring new energy and ideas to the company, as well as providing the needed help to the existing team. On the other hand, you might consider educating the existing team and delegating leading positions of newly established departments to them. Hiring from within helps building a loyal company culture which constitutes a strong foundation on which you can build. So before you proceed and hire new people, carefully consider what precisely you expect from new employees, and how to achieve the desired state in the most efficient way. At the same time you need to establish how to accommodate your new work force: do you need to remodel your existing offices, expand them or seriously consider buying a nearby commercial building for sale. A high quality solution to your work space is not important only to your employees, it also reflect your company’s values and has impact on representing yourself to your existing and potential clients.