Tips to starting a business in 2021

The business landscape has shifted dramatically in the past year, creating new opportunities for small businesses and increasing the popularity of working remotely. Keep the following tips in mind when starting your own business in 2021. 

1. Define your target audience. As a business owner, you should have an established understanding of the market you are entering and the audience that you’re targeting.  
2. Collaborate strategically. Whether you have a business partner and employees or you outsource services, make sure that you select your relationships wisely. Make sure that you have the right people by your side to help your business grow.
3. Solve a problem. The most successful businesses are those that provide a solution to a problem. Once you’ve isolated a problem and figured out how to solve it, you can build a better understanding of your customer and their needs. 
4. Prioritise SEO. Starting a successful business in 2021 means that your online presence needs to be a priority. Focus on building a solid SEO foundation to benefit from future returns. 
5. Streamline your budget. Starting a business requires capital and strategic investment. Consider your financing options and carefully determine your budget when drafting a financial plan.

This week, we profiled three businesses that make use of Storage King’s affordable and secure self storage to cut costs and boost profits during this difficult time. See who we featured below. 

PR Production Services

Lights, camera, action! Monday’s Local Business Spotlight shone the light on PR Production Services, an equipment hire company that transforms live events into a magical experience. The team offers sound, light and staging equipment for corporate, theatre, wedding and festival events. 

Since the pandemic, PR Production Services has further expanded its offerings to include video services for online events. For example, live streaming, vision mixers, screens and camera hire. Find out more about the versatile production company on their Instagram and website.

Murrells Builder

Have you recently bought a new home and need renovations? Wednesday’s Local Business Spotlight featured Murrells Builders, a team of friendly and reliable builders that you can trust to get the job done. 

Murrells Builders is experienced in brickwork, extensions, conservatories, porches, landscaping structural repairs and more. Visit their Facebook page to see examples of their expert work

Westech Solar

Have you ever wondered about living the van life? Westech Solar, Friday’s Local Business Spotlight, recently helped their friends at White Van Plan convert an LWB Fiat Ducato into a camper van. Westech Solar powered the adventure van by installing two of their Perlight 320W Mono Solar Panels to the roof. 

As the leading supplier of high quality, innovative solar panels across the UK and Europe, Westech Solar offers a range of solar products suited for diverse projects, including the transformation of a camper van. Visit their Instagram and website to find out more.

If you’re looking for convenient business storage solutions, as these companies have, then Storage King offers the perfect solution. With different size units available to lease with a flexible agreement, you pay for as much space as you need, for as long as you need. Contact us at 0800 0852 954 to find out more or get a quick online quote.