4 Free Marketing Tips You Can Use Today to Grow Your Trade Business

Struggling to attract new clients for your next project? Whether you're in construction, electrical, plumbing, or any other trade, you're not alone. The good news? You can start generating more leads today—without spending a dime. Here are four simple digital marketing tips to help you connect with more potential clients.

1. Capture Your Work in Action
Start by snapping 3-5 high-quality photos of your completed projects—these visuals are key for your social media and blog. And don’t stop at photos! Consider shooting short videos of your team in action. Whether it’s your crew on-site or a time-lapse of a project coming together, video adds an extra layer of authenticity that grabs attention. Bonus tip: if you can capture before-and-after shots, you’ll really show the full impact of your work, which can make a big difference in how your audience sees your business.

2. Write a Short Blog Post
Create a blog about your most recent job and share some key stats that would resonate with potential clients. Adding a quote from a satisfied customer can provide social proof and build trust. Don’t forget to include your photos to make the post more engaging.

3. Promote Your Blog on Social Media
Use an enticing snippet from your blog to hook your social media audience and encourage them to read the full post. When crafting your message, think about what would intrigue your ideal customer and make them click to learn more.

4. Send It to Your Email List
Do you have an email list? Send out your blog via a newsletter to keep your audience updated on your latest projects and successes. If you don’t have a list yet, platforms like MailChimp or Constant Contact can help you build one for free.

By implementing even just one of these tips, you’ll start seeing growth in your audience and leads. Keep monitoring your posts’ performance, adjust your strategy as needed, and keep adding new content to stay top of mind.

At Flex Media, we’re here to help businesses like yours create strategic, engaging content. Need a hand or have questions? Contact us today and let us help you build our a strategy or capture your next job!

Here are some examples of photos we have captured for our clients to showcase their team at work!