How to increase sales in the run-up to Christmas
Christmas is approaching, bringing one of the year's busiest shopping periods. Get your business ready for customers who are more willing to buy.
17/12/2024

Prepare your store to serve customers well

Can trade marketing help increase sales?

Every business needs to serve customers well. Trade marketing communicates directly with shoppers at the point of sale. Aligning it with seasonal dates can make actions more relevant, particularly during the year-end sales period.

This article looks at practical ways to support in-store sales in the final weeks before Christmas.

Seasonal actions to support sales

There is no single formula for every business. Understand your market and business model, then consider the following actions during the Christmas period.

How is your stock?

Product availability can influence customers' choice of store. Good service includes having the products they need.
Review competitors' ranges and invite suggestions through apps, email, mailing lists or a simple suggestion box at checkout.

 

#PraGenteVer: funcionário paramentado seguramente com capacete laranja, roupa adequada para trabalho em estoque, carregando uma caixa de produto, com a imagem em contexto de um grande estoque. Importante organizar o estoque para otimizar as vendas no PDV.
Match available stock to demand during busy periods. Photo: Freepik.

Using FOMO responsibly

FOMO means fear of missing out. Used ethically, genuine time-limited offers can encourage sales. Be transparent about promotions, personalize relevant offers and respect customers' limits. Balance interest in the offer with lasting relationships.

Value loyal customers

According to the Cielo blog, recognition can strengthen loyalty. Identify customers who bought most during the year and thank them with discount coupons, special offers, free delivery or a gift.

Decorate the point of sale

Use vibrant colors, familiar Christmas elements and suitable lighting. Highlight bestsellers and exclusive promotions with attractive displays, quality materials and a style that fits your audience.

Offer tastings and demonstrations

The Electi blog emphasizes that direct contact with a product can influence purchasing. Trained promoters help build trust through appropriate demonstrations, handling or tastings.

#PraGenteVer: imagem demostra moça com copo Pet em sua mão esquerda enquanto sua mão direita está com uma pequena amora. Esta foi uma ação de vendas com degustação.
With the right approach, tastings can support sales of specific products. Photo: Freepik.

Why can year-end be profitable?

Celebrations and gift-giving stimulate purchases. Factors include Brazil's thirteenth-salary payment, holidays, promotions, discounts and expectations for a new year.

The period can also suit product launches, attracting existing and new customers looking for distinctive gifts. Cultural, economic and market factors combine to support sales.

Sales opportunities and solutions with Embrast

Year-end celebrations create opportunities to increase revenue and attract new customers.

Embrast offers a broad range and competitive terms, with personalized service through our sales team or sales representatives.

Request a quote via WhatsApp or We Call You.Sources:
- https://blog.cielo.com.br/dicas-e-historias-de-sucesso/vender-mais-final-de-ano/
- https://maximatech.com.br/vender-mais/
- https://electiservicos.com.br/blog/trade-marketing-sazonal/
- https://g1.globo.com/pr/parana/especial-publicitario/sebrae-parana/juntos-para-empreender/noticia/2024/10/31/5-dicas-para-vender-mais-no-final-de-ano.ghtml