4 reasons why you should support local
Small business owners rely on local support and are passionate about what they do. After all, their passion is why their business exists in the first place!
When you choose to spend money at one of your favourite neighbourhood establishments, you’re not only supporting them, but you’ll benefit too.
Sydney florist SLAK Flowers lists 4 important reasons why you should shop small and support local.
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Put a face to a name
When you shop with a local business, you have a unique opportunity to get to know the people behind the brand. Everyone has a story, and often, small business owners have the most interesting tales to tell.
Next time you step into your favourite local store, try asking the owners a bit about themselves. Taking the time to get to know them creates a unique experience that can’t be replicated by the bigger chains.
Did you know that our founder, Simla Sooboodoo is a film maker who also runs a travel business? Why not come by our Redfern studio and hear some of her incredible stories!
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Be part of a community
Every neighbourhood is unique. While big chain stores offer generic product, it’s the eclectic mix of smaller stores that give each community its flavour.
Step into Sydney’s inner-city hub of Redfern, Surry Hills and Waterloo and you will find a treasure trove of unique shopfronts and retail experiences – and you can guarantee these businesses will be more than willing to help with other local recommendations too!
Supporting local encourages a positive community vibe. And positivity within a community leads to an overall happy shopping experience.
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Exceptional customer service
The owner of a small business is often the face of the store, there in person to help you find everything you need.
If you’re a regular, you will get to know the owner and they will get to know you. This means they can tailor their services to help you directly.
By taking the time to understand your needs, your shopping experience becomes highly personal. After all, who doesn’t love it when their barista remembers your coffee order every morning?
Regulars who pop into our studio in Redfern often find themselves walking away with a beautiful posy of fresh blooms in colours they never considered. Teasing out what our customers need is a skill – let us show you next time you visit.
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Product diversity
Small businesses have the freedom to create and stock new things daily because they are not tied down to a national sales plan. This makes them a great place to find unique products.
At SLAK Flowers, you will find us designing something different every day. From flower figurines to bright bunches of blooms and creative event displays, there is no limit to our imagination.
We can even recreate a photo using dried flowers. If you can dream it, we can create it!
Support local with SLAK Flowers
When you buy from SLAK Flowers, you are not only supporting a local business, you are making your community a better place by helping us generate employment and training for women experiencing homelessness.
Buy different and make a difference. Visit our website HERE or visit our studio at 5 Hudson Street Redfern, Sydney.
