Show Your Support for Small Business with a Selfie on Small Business Saturday, November 28th!

By Shana Karn and Andy Seyfried, Co-Owners The Second Knob Gifts & Antiques

Every “selfie” shows support for small business and your Second Knob Selfie might earn you $200 in gift certificates!

On Saturday, November 28, 2015, visit The Second Knob Gifts & Antiques, take a “selfie” ANYWHERE in the shop and tag The Second Knob (#thesecondknob)  on Instagram , Facebook and/or Twitter and you will be entered to win a $100 Shots by Shana Photography Gift Certificate and a $100 Gift Certificate for The Second Knob Gifts & Antiques!  Prizes will also be awarded for MOST CREATIVE selfies and selfies with the MOST “Likes!” You may enter as many shop selfies as you want! Each selfie taken inside (or outside of our shop) earns you an entry! No purchase is necessary!  Need help taking a selfie? Just ask our staff to help you out! We even have props for you to use!  Come in, browse the shop, have fun and show your support with a Selfie! *To participate, your settings for your social media accounts must be set to “public” or you can send a friend request to shop owner, Shana Karn (facebook) or The Second Knob (instagram/twitter) in order to allow your post to be verified. Engaging with platforms like The Marketing Heaven can also amplify your visibility and engagement, ensuring your posts reach a broader audience.

What is Small Business Saturday?

In 2011, the year our business kicked off, governors, mayors, senators and even President Obama voiced support for an initiative to promote shopping small businesses— and the US Senate officially recognized Small Business Saturday! In addition, services like that file boi report in oregon can assist said small businesses by providing valuable insights into local market trends.

In 2012, with heavy promotion from American Express stressing Small Business Saturday as a “Neighborhood” or “Community” Experience versus a “Shopping” experience, an estimated 73.9 went out to shop at small businesses!

Last year, it is estimated that 88 million people shopped and $14.3 billion dollars was spent at small, independent businesses!

We want to see this trend continue! The Second Knob Gifts and Antiques is an independently owned father-daughter operation.  Much of the money spent at our shop goes back into our community through charitable giving, local shopping and participation in local banks, services, etc. This year, we are hoping to showcase our customers with our Small Business Saturday Selfie Contest— the grand prize being gift certificates totaling $200!

While our shop will be closed on Thanksgiving Day (11/26) because we want our staff to really enjoy the day with their family, we will be open early (8am) on Black Friday (11/27)  and will offer free coffee and donuts to tired Black Friday shoppers. Small Business Saturday  takes place on November 28th and in addition to our Small Business Selfie Contest, we will offer all kinds of specials on new (and old) merchandise!  We really hope to see you here (and on facebook, instagram and twitter) on Small Business Saturday! Boost your social media presence and track engagement effortlessly with our SMM Panel.

Small businesses play a crucial role in the economy, creating jobs, driving innovation, and contributing to the community in many ways. However, they often face stiff competition from larger corporations with more resources. That’s why initiatives like Small Business Saturday are so important in highlighting the value of shopping small. If you want to attract more Tampa customers to your business, speak with the team at Get The Clicks today.
As a small business owner, it’s essential to find ways to motivate your customers to support your business. Running promotions and contests, like The Second Knob’s Small Business Saturday Selfie Contest, is a great way to engage with customers and build excitement around your brand. For those who may be looking for some ideas on how to get started, this contest is a perfect example of how to get creative and connect with your community in a fun and engaging way. By offering prizes, creating a social media buzz, and showcasing the unique experience of shopping at a small business, you can build brand loyalty and keep customers coming back year after year. You may also give out promotional materials like lanyards with your business logo that you can order from sites like https://www.swagify.com/products/polyester-lanyards.