Have you ever went to a restaurant and seen a box to insert your business card and win something free? Did you know that this is actually a great networking tool?

Try it. Go to a restaurant and ask them if you might put one of these boxes up. Offer to win a free lunch at the restaurant. You now have information to dozens of potential business clients or partners. This is a great way to network and meet new people.

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Encourage people to buy more and to come back to you. Try offering free shipping on purchases over X amount of dollars, free $5 iTunes gift cards with a purchase of $100 or more in electronics. Sure these incentives dig into your profit but they attract and keep a loyal customer base. Of course loyal customers tell their friends about what a great deal or sale you offer and we all know the best type of advertising is word of mouth. Customers love a good deal. No one wants to feel like they are being ripped off. Make your customers your #1 priority. Prove this to them and they will keep coming back.