Here on the blog we talk a lot about how to use your 800 number and the benefits of an 800 number…we thought we’d lighten it up this week. Here are some random 800 number facts that were in the news recently:
What other interesting stories are we missing here?
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Does your business have a toll free number? Well, why not? A toll free number can be an indispensable business asset, regardless of your company size. The benefits of having a toll free number are endless. It goes beyond just brand recognition and credibility; toll free numbers can also increase your sales and ROI.
Here are 5 reasons why your small business needs a toll free number:
1. Improve customer satisfaction
Have you ever tried to get in contact with a business only to discover you can’t find their contact info (ahem, Google)? It’s really frustrating and can leave a sour taste in your mouth about the company.
With a toll free number, you can improve your customer service and satisfaction simply by being available to take their call. A toll free number makes it easier for your customers to reach you and get their questions answered. They’ll be able to call you any day, at any time and it won’t cost them a thing. The easier you make it for your customers to reach you, the more likely they are to remain a customer.
2. Easy to remember
Another benefit of having a toll free number for your business is that it’s much easier to remember than any other number, especially if it’s a vanity number. It’s a lot easier for people to remember 1-800-Flowers than it is to remember 1-800-356-9377. People are more likely to call you, it can generate more sales and it can be a really powerful marketing tool for your business.
3. Credibility
Toll free numbers aren’t just for big corporations; they are great for companies of all sizes, especially those just starting a business. Having a toll free number gives your business credibility and enhances your company’s image. You could be working out of your basement and no one would know.
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No matter what market your company is in, every legitimate business needs a way for their customers to contact them. When you start out small, you can often get away with using your local office line, but as you expand, add departments, and grow your customer base, the front desk phone may not be enough to handle your needs. This is when it makes sense to get a toll free number and begin taking phone calls like the big boys of the industry. The following guide to toll free numbers explains how to go about getting a catchy, custom number for a reasonable price.
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Over at Grasshopper Group there’s a great post on how to stick to your 2011 resolution of starting a business. We included several tips including “Think big”, “Think small”, “Keep your resolution every day” and finally, “Hold yourself accountable”.
One of the tips under “hold yourself accountable” is to actually do something for your business. Doing something or even buying something tangible can help motivate you and make the process more real.
Below we’ve outlined a few low cost actions that can help you get your business going this year:
1. Register a Business Name
You’ve probably thought about what you would call your business a million times. Now it’s time to take action and actually register it. You want to make sure it’s available and also protect it. Here are a couple of resources to help you:
2. Create a Logo
A website can be an expensive way to start, so let’s begin with a logo. You may not be a designer but there are a number of freelancers out there who can help and aren’t terribly expensive.
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This post was originally published back in February, but we thought it would be worthwhile to share it with you all again. People are oftentimes a little confused about how 800 numbers work, or if they are different than 888 or 866 numbers. While we have a FAQ section on our site you could check out to learn more about 800 numbers, we figured it would be more fun to share some facts about them that you may not know!
Here are a few common facts about 800 numbers:
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