A helpful holiday guide for local businesses
It’s the most wonderful time of the year (to prepare for the holiday season). With holiday sales predicted to soar to $1.58 trillion in 2024, local shops, restaurants, and service providers alike can benefit from indulging in the holiday spirit to lure crowds of eager shoppers.
In this holiday guide, discover valuable advice you can implement in your local business to attract more customers, hire the best team, and set your business up for success.
Holiday inspiration from the Yelp Blog
How to retain holiday shoppers and turn them into loyal customers
The holiday season is a special time, and one which small businesses can capitalize on long after the decorations have been put away.
Preparing your small business for the holiday season
Check out these tips to prepare your small business for the holiday season and make sure you’re a part of the seasonal growth.
How to prep your business for the busiest times of year
Seasonal and holiday shopping can represent a significant portion of a local business’s annual profits. Check out these tips for standing out from the crowd and drawing in customers.
How to attract and hire your ideal seasonal employees
Having the help you need to get through holiday and seasonal rushes can make all the difference to your local business's profitability. Discover how to hire great seasonal employees that will help you achieve your goals.
From corporate to Christmas trees: building a business out of a local need
Chris Hohenstein is celebrating his 13th year operating City Tree Delivery this winter. What began as a rebellious business idea that challenged composting norms in the city has grown into a beloved holiday tradition for many Chicago families.
Seasonal marketing ideas: 4 ways to boost holiday sales
Take advantage of these seasonal marketing ideas to raise brand awareness, increase your customer base, and drive sales.
How small retailers can boost sales during the holidays
If you’re a small business owner, December usually brings two things: ample opportunity followed by chaos.
How to prep your Yelp Page for the holidays
Set your holiday hours
You can set special holiday hours to let your customers know what days and times you’ll be open for business—whether you’re closing early before a holiday or open late for last-minute shoppers.
Update your business amenities
Catering for the holidays? Offering special takeout meals? Let Yelp users know by updating your business amenities. Certain amenities are searchable on Yelp and help customers narrow down their options when looking for a business with certain attributes.
How about some window shopping?
If you’re looking to win your local holiday window display contest or just want to attract more customers with joyful decor, draw inspiration from some of our favorites below. Upload high-quality photos to your Yelp Page to show customers what they can expect from your store each season or holiday.
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