Going Local

I have to admit that I LOVE a great deal and the convenience of buying everything online. However, having moved back to a small town and running a business that semi-relies on local patrons, I have to say that supporting local businesses has become a priority for me.

I can't say that I will always use local businesses, but in recent months, I seem to be reaching out to the locals for everything from signs to wine making to buying cheeses.

In addition to going local, the viral aspect has been wonderful. I do tend to be a chatterbug, but when talking with the local business owner about who I am, they may not need my services, but more often than not, they have referred someone else to me (without even really knowing me). Now that is pretty powerful!