Boost Your Sales with Back to School Marketing Strategies

August is Back to School Month, a great time for businesses to market and grow their businesses. In this blog post, we discuss how businesses can leverage this holiday to reach new customers and boost sales. We also share some special offers from The Industry Leader that can help you grow your business in August.

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Emily Ginsenburg

8/16/20234 min read

a cartoonish looking girl with a backpack
a cartoonish looking girl with a backpack

National Back to School Month is celebrated in the United States during the month of August. It is a time for students, teachers, parents, and guardians to prepare for the upcoming school year.

The history of National Back to School Month is somewhat unclear. Some sources claim that it was first celebrated in the 1960s, while others say it dates back to the early 1900s. Regardless of its exact origins, National Back to School Month has become a popular way to mark the beginning of the school year.

There are many ways to celebrate National Back to School Month. Some people go shopping for new school supplies, while others attend back-to-school events at their local library or community centre. Teachers may use the month to get their classrooms ready for the new year, and students may use it to catch up on their reading or to make new friends.

Here are some specific ways to celebrate National Back to School Month:

  • Go shopping for new school supplies. This is a great way to get excited about the new school year!

  • Attend a back-to-school event at your local library or community centre. These events often have games, crafts, and other activities for kids.

  • Help your child get organised for the new school year. This could involve setting up their backpack, making a homework schedule, or packing their lunchbox.

  • Volunteer at your child's school. This is a great way to give back to your community and to help your child feel more connected to their school.

  • Read to your child every day. Reading is an important part of school success, and it's also a great way to bond with your child.

  • Make new friends. Whether you're a student or a parent, it's always a good idea to make new friends. This can help you feel more connected to your community and to make the school year more enjoyable.

Regardless of how you choose to celebrate National Back to School Month, the most important thing is to have fun and to get excited about the new school year!

Leverage this holiday to grow your business

Back to School Month is a great opportunity for business leaders and entrepreneurs to market and grow their businesses. Here are a few ideas:

  • Offer back-to-school discounts and promotions. This is a great way to attract new customers and to encourage existing customers to buy more.

  • Run social media campaigns. Use social media to reach a wider audience with your back-to-school marketing messages. You can create contests, giveaways, and other engaging content to get people talking about your brand.

  • Partner with local schools and businesses. Partnering with local schools and businesses can help you reach a more targeted audience. For example, you could sponsor a back-to-school event at a local school or offer discounts to teachers and staff.

  • Create back-to-school content. Create blog posts, infographics, and other content that is relevant to back-to-school. This is a great way to establish yourself as an expert in your field and to attract new customers.

  • Get involved in the community. Volunteer your time or donate to local organisations that support education. This is a great way to give back to your community and to build goodwill with potential customers.

By following these tips, business leaders and entrepreneurs can leverage Back to School Month to market and grow their businesses.

Here are some additional ideas for how businesses can leverage Back to School Month:

  • Offer back-to-school shopping services. This could include things like gift wrapping, delivery, or personal shopping assistance.

  • Host back-to-school events. This could be a trunk show, a fashion show, or a meet-and-greet with local celebrities.

  • Create back-to-school playlists. This is a great way to get people excited about the new school year and to promote your business.

  • Partner with influencers. Partner with bloggers, vloggers, and other influencers to promote your back-to-school products and services.

  • Run back-to-school contests. This is a great way to generate excitement and to drive traffic to your website or social media pages.

By getting creative and thinking outside the box, businesses can find many ways to leverage Back to School Month to market and grow their businesses.

How can The Industry Leader help?

As August is Back to School Month, a great time for businesses to market and grow their businesses, The Industry Leader is proudly offering a variety of discounts and promotions to help you do just that.

  • 50% Off All Services for Black Businesses: This is a great opportunity to support Black-owned businesses and to show your commitment to diversity and inclusion.

  • 30% Off All Digital Marketing and Web Design for Clients Operating in Finance, Education and the Nonprofit space: This is a great way to improve your online presence and to reach a wider audience.

  • 50% Off All Educational Content from The Industry Leader: This is a great way to learn new skills and to stay up-to-date on the latest trends in your industry.

In addition to these discounts, The Industry Leader also offers a variety of other services that can help you grow your business. For example, we can help you with:

  • Business planning: We can help you create a sound business plan that will help you achieve your goals.

  • Financial planning: We can help you manage your finances and make sure your business is on track.

  • Marketing: We can help you develop a marketing strategy that will reach your target audience.

  • Sales: We can help you close deals and grow your customer base.

If you're looking for a way to grow your business in August, The Industry Leader can help. Contact us today to learn more about our offers and services.

How to Leverage Back to School Month for Business Growth

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