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How to support small business during the holidays

November 28, 2008 by entrepreneurgoddess  
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Want to support the economy? Support small business owners this holiday season. While hundreds of thousands of Americans hit the malls bright and early this morning and killed for the best deals in town, I’m at home relaxing and having a 100% stress free day.

This year, I’ve decided to skip the malls and chain retailer stores in favor of supporting small business owners I know. I appreciate not waiting on long lines and they appreciate my business.

Here are some ideas for stress-free and pleasurable holiday shopping:

Make an appointment with a friend who owns a small business.

  • Host a holiday shopping extravaganza in your home. Shopping doesn’t have to be a stressful task, so make it fun by inviting your friends to check out products made by your other friends. Sisterhood, wine, and laughter will add to the ambience of the holidays and make for a fun holiday tradition.
  • Organize a private after-hours shopping spree. Ask your friend if she’ll open her store to you and a few close friends for an after-hours party. Invest in some bubbly and your business owner friend will love you forever.
Shop online boutiques.

You don’t have to get dressed or fill your tank with gas to shop online. Instead of going right to Amazon.com this year, double check if you can find a small business boutiques online with comparable deals.

Suggested online shopping:

Moxxie Sale!

Bargain Deal:
Three short layers of earth tone abalone shells and faux pearls. Beautiful for work or play! Includes matching earrings. $28 retail value. $ 10.00


For glamorous jewelry… Moxxie Jewelry owner, Nicole Rawson, is a savvy entrepreneur who has worked hard to build Moxxie into the hot brand it is today. Now anyone can buy jewelry from Nicole at her new online store ShopMoxxie.

For environmentally friendly cards…Sewgracious at Etsy sells mini fabric wallets ideal for gift cards, credit cards, small greeting cards, lip balm, or a cell phone. Both handmade and environmentally friendly.

On Amazon.com…support small business owners selling their products. Pompilates is a great example of the small people doing business on Amazon.com.

In addition to shopping small business this holiday season, remember to shop for your VALUES. Examples: environmentally friendly, support a cause, etc.

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One Response to “How to support small business during the holidays”
  1. People Power Granny says:
    November 29, 2008 at 4:22 am

    I can already see small businesses closing their doors for good since this recession set in. What small businesses do you think are most threatened during economic times like this? I try to get folks to support their local small businesses in my post tonight at peoplepowergranny.blogspot.com. And vote for your favorite small business in my poll!

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