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6 Sure Ways That Small Businesses Can Survive A Harsh Economic Environment

Blessing Osazuwa by Blessing Osazuwa
January 20, 2023
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Small businesses in Nigeria face a variety of challenges in the current economic environment. High inflation, currency devaluation, and a lack of access to funding are just a few of the obstacles that small business owners must contend with. However, despite these challenges, there are steps that small businesses can take to survive and even thrive in a harsh economic environment.

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  1. Diversify your product or service offerings: Offering a wide range of products or services can help small businesses weather economic downturns and capitalize on new opportunities. For example, a small business that deals with producing cleaning agents might diversify by adding a hand sanitiser, while a small service business might diversify by adding a new service offering.
  2. Focus on cost-cutting: In a tough economic environment, it’s essential for small businesses to keep their costs as low as possible. This might involve negotiating better deals with suppliers, cutting back on unnecessary expenses, or finding ways to automate certain processes to reduce labour costs.
  3. Leverage technology: Technology can play a critical role in helping small businesses to survive and grow. For example, small businesses can use e-commerce platforms to reach a wider customer base or use social media to promote their products or services.
  4. Access to funding: Access to funding is vital for the survival of small businesses. There are government and private organisations that provide funding for small businesses in Nigeria. This can include grants, low-interest loans, and even tax incentives.
  5. Networking: Building relationships with other small business owners, entrepreneurs, and industry experts can be an important way to gain valuable insights, learn new strategies, and connect with potential customers.
  6. Adaptability: Finally, small business owners need to be adaptable and willing to adjust their strategies as the economic environment changes. This might involve shifting focus to new products or services or finding new ways to reach customers.

In conclusion, small businesses in Nigeria can survive the harsh economic environment by diversifying their product or service offerings, focusing on cost-cutting, leveraging technology, accessing funding, networking and being adaptable to changes in the economy. It is important for small business owners to stay informed about the latest economic trends and to be proactive in their approach to managing their businesses. With the right strategies in place, small businesses in Nigeria can not only survive but also thrive in the current economic environment.

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