While the ongoing pandemic has limited people's mobilization, it also impacted some businesses and their operations.

Even with the flexible working arrangements, not all businesses are capable of embracing this change because of the nature of the companies, and perhaps, the lack of resources as well.

Both business people and employees face the harsh truths of the pandemic in terms of financial stability and source of income. So, it is time to innovate and venture new options available that are also appealing during this time.


 
Digital Marketing vs. COVID-19
Let's face it: there is a surge in online businesses today despite the pandemic. It does not matter what you sell, as long as it is not illegal. From foods, clothes, gadgets, and even services, the online platforms helped a lot of us provide alternative means to get another source of income.

Here are some of the most commonly used online platforms in the Philippines today.

Facebook Marketplace
With Facebook being a free platform, one can quickly create an account or a page to start a business online. Even using a personal account is possible to reach a broad audience, but since the Marketplace is available, it is the most preferred way to sell items via Facebook.

Instagram
Who does not get attracted to pictures? This advantage of Instagram has paved the way for ready-to-wear (RTW) sellers, food enthusiasts, and other people to showcase their online items.

Website
This is most common for business people who have existing businesses through brick and mortar stores, but decided to go online this time to reach customers. Some newbie entrepreneurs chose to use a website as a medium to sell items, especially if it is the type of business that requires more security in terms of payment and purchase.

Ebook
Great Business Ideas to Pursue this 'New Normal'
new-normal.jpg

While the ongoing pandemic has limited people's mobilization, it also impacted some businesses and their operations.

Even with the flexible working arrangements, not all businesses are capable of embracing this change because of the nature of the companies, and perhaps, the lack of resources as well.

Both business people and employees face the harsh truths of the pandemic in terms of financial stability and source of income. So, it is time to innovate and venture new options available that are also appealing during this time.


 
Digital Marketing vs. COVID-19
Let's face it: there is a surge in online businesses today despite the pandemic. It does not matter what you sell, as long as it is not illegal. From foods, clothes, gadgets, and even services, the online platforms helped a lot of us provide alternative means to get another source of income.

Here are some of the most commonly used online platforms in the Philippines today.

Facebook Marketplace
With Facebook being a free platform, one can quickly create an account or a page to start a business online. Even using a personal account is possible to reach a broad audience, but since the Marketplace is available, it is the most preferred way to sell items via Facebook.

Instagram
Who does not get attracted to pictures? This advantage of Instagram has paved the way for ready-to-wear (RTW) sellers, food enthusiasts, and other people to showcase their online items.

Website
This is most common for business people who have existing businesses through brick and mortar stores, but decided to go online this time to reach customers. Some newbie entrepreneurs chose to use a website as a medium to sell items, especially if it is the type of business that requires more security in terms of payment and purchase.


 
The Importance of Logistics and Delivery Applications
Alright. You have a business, and everything seems perfect until you realize that something is missing with your plan: how to deliver your items to your customers?

In hindsight, this seems to be a big problem, but thanks to the brilliant minds behind today's popular delivery applications and logistics companies as they provide ways to connect entrepreneurs to their customers.

Here are some of the most widely used delivery applications and logistics in the country that help entrepreneurs worldwide.

Logistics
LBC
J&T Express
2GO Express
FedEx
JRS Express
Ninjavan
DHL Express
Logistikus Express
Lalamove
Grab Express

Ebook
Great Business Ideas to Pursue this 'New Normal'
new-normal.jpg

While the ongoing pandemic has limited people's mobilization, it also impacted some businesses and their operations.

Even with the flexible working arrangements, not all businesses are capable of embracing this change because of the nature of the companies, and perhaps, the lack of resources as well.

Both business people and employees face the harsh truths of the pandemic in terms of financial stability and source of income. So, it is time to innovate and venture new options available that are also appealing during this time.


 
Digital Marketing vs. COVID-19
Let's face it: there is a surge in online businesses today despite the pandemic. It does not matter what you sell, as long as it is not illegal. From foods, clothes, gadgets, and even services, the online platforms helped a lot of us provide alternative means to get another source of income.

Here are some of the most commonly used online platforms in the Philippines today.

Facebook Marketplace
With Facebook being a free platform, one can quickly create an account or a page to start a business online. Even using a personal account is possible to reach a broad audience, but since the Marketplace is available, it is the most preferred way to sell items via Facebook.

Instagram
Who does not get attracted to pictures? This advantage of Instagram has paved the way for ready-to-wear (RTW) sellers, food enthusiasts, and other people to showcase their online items.

Website
This is most common for business people who have existing businesses through brick and mortar stores, but decided to go online this time to reach customers. Some newbie entrepreneurs chose to use a website as a medium to sell items, especially if it is the type of business that requires more security in terms of payment and purchase.


 
The Importance of Logistics and Delivery Applications
Alright. You have a business, and everything seems perfect until you realize that something is missing with your plan: how to deliver your items to your customers?

In hindsight, this seems to be a big problem, but thanks to the brilliant minds behind today's popular delivery applications and logistics companies as they provide ways to connect entrepreneurs to their customers.

Here are some of the most widely used delivery applications and logistics in the country that help entrepreneurs worldwide.

Logistics
LBC
J&T Express
2GO Express
FedEx
JRS Express
Ninjavan
DHL Express
Logistikus Express
Lalamove
Grab Express

 
Delivery Applications
Grab Food
Foodpanda
Angkas
Maxim
Joyride
Lalafood
Mangan.PH
Zomato PH
Note that some delivery applications are only operational in some areas like Mangan.PH (Pampanga) and Zomato (Manila).

The rest is almost operational in most places in the country, especially Grab and Foodpanda. However, due to some restrictions on border controls, there are times that they become unavailable in affected areas.

Entrepreneurs' Challenges this 'New Normal'
Perhaps, the most obvious problem for entrepreneurs today is how to handle their businesses under the 'new normal' norm accordingly.

The pandemic literally imposed the importance of social distancing among people, and this alone impacted most businesses, especially those in the food industry.

Ebook
Great Business Ideas to Pursue this 'New Normal'
new-normal.jpg

While the ongoing pandemic has limited people's mobilization, it also impacted some businesses and their operations.

Even with the flexible working arrangements, not all businesses are capable of embracing this change because of the nature of the companies, and perhaps, the lack of resources as well.

Both business people and employees face the harsh truths of the pandemic in terms of financial stability and source of income. So, it is time to innovate and venture new options available that are also appealing during this time.


 
Digital Marketing vs. COVID-19
Let's face it: there is a surge in online businesses today despite the pandemic. It does not matter what you sell, as long as it is not illegal. From foods, clothes, gadgets, and even services, the online platforms helped a lot of us provide alternative means to get another source of income.

Here are some of the most commonly used online platforms in the Philippines today.

Facebook Marketplace
With Facebook being a free platform, one can quickly create an account or a page to start a business online. Even using a personal account is possible to reach a broad audience, but since the Marketplace is available, it is the most preferred way to sell items via Facebook.

Instagram
Who does not get attracted to pictures? This advantage of Instagram has paved the way for ready-to-wear (RTW) sellers, food enthusiasts, and other people to showcase their online items.

Website
This is most common for business people who have existing businesses through brick and mortar stores, but decided to go online this time to reach customers. Some newbie entrepreneurs chose to use a website as a medium to sell items, especially if it is the type of business that requires more security in terms of payment and purchase.


 
The Importance of Logistics and Delivery Applications
Alright. You have a business, and everything seems perfect until you realize that something is missing with your plan: how to deliver your items to your customers?

In hindsight, this seems to be a big problem, but thanks to the brilliant minds behind today's popular delivery applications and logistics companies as they provide ways to connect entrepreneurs to their customers.

Here are some of the most widely used delivery applications and logistics in the country that help entrepreneurs worldwide.

Logistics
LBC
J&T Express
2GO Express
FedEx
JRS Express
Ninjavan
DHL Express
Logistikus Express
Lalamove
Grab Express

 
Delivery Applications
Grab Food
Foodpanda
Angkas
Maxim
Joyride
Lalafood
Mangan.PH
Zomato PH
Note that some delivery applications are only operational in some areas like Mangan.PH (Pampanga) and Zomato (Manila).

The rest is almost operational in most places in the country, especially Grab and Foodpanda. However, due to some restrictions on border controls, there are times that they become unavailable in affected areas.

Entrepreneurs' Challenges this 'New Normal'
Perhaps, the most obvious problem for entrepreneurs today is how to handle their businesses under the 'new normal' norm accordingly.

The pandemic literally imposed the importance of social distancing among people, and this alone impacted most businesses, especially those in the food industry.


 
Under the new standard, fewer people can dine inside restaurants at one go. This is the reason why most people opt to order online.

To address this issue, food businesses will most likely be focusing on accepting online orders, aside from keeping their stores open for those who want to eat on the premises.

For retailers, the new normal is expected to strike them, primarily if they are located in malls. There is a considerable possibility that under the new normal, malls are not anymore that jam-packed with people, unlike the old days.

Hence, the main challenge of these retailers is to embrace the idea of digital marketing. This applies to stores that do not have any online presence yet. However, for those businesses that both have online and brick and mortar stores already, they need to exert more effort in strengthening their online presence.

It is the best way to tap their customers again, make sales, and maintain the business up and running. Technically, it is crucial for business owners to consider other alternative methods other than the traditional way of doing the business.

The same thing applies to other businesses. What they need this time is innovation and willingness to accept the 'new normal' in operating a business.
Ebook
Great Business Ideas to Pursue this 'New Normal'
new-normal.jpg

While the ongoing pandemic has limited people's mobilization, it also impacted some businesses and their operations.

Even with the flexible working arrangements, not all businesses are capable of embracing this change because of the nature of the companies, and perhaps, the lack of resources as well.

Both business people and employees face the harsh truths of the pandemic in terms of financial stability and source of income. So, it is time to innovate and venture new options available that are also appealing during this time.


 
Digital Marketing vs. COVID-19
Let's face it: there is a surge in online businesses today despite the pandemic. It does not matter what you sell, as long as it is not illegal. From foods, clothes, gadgets, and even services, the online platforms helped a lot of us provide alternative means to get another source of income.

Here are some of the most commonly used online platforms in the Philippines today.

Facebook Marketplace
With Facebook being a free platform, one can quickly create an account or a page to start a business online. Even using a personal account is possible to reach a broad audience, but since the Marketplace is available, it is the most preferred way to sell items via Facebook.

Instagram
Who does not get attracted to pictures? This advantage of Instagram has paved the way for ready-to-wear (RTW) sellers, food enthusiasts, and other people to showcase their online items.

Website
This is most common for business people who have existing businesses through brick and mortar stores, but decided to go online this time to reach customers. Some newbie entrepreneurs chose to use a website as a medium to sell items, especially if it is the type of business that requires more security in terms of payment and purchase.


 
The Importance of Logistics and Delivery Applications
Alright. You have a business, and everything seems perfect until you realize that something is missing with your plan: how to deliver your items to your customers?

In hindsight, this seems to be a big problem, but thanks to the brilliant minds behind today's popular delivery applications and logistics companies as they provide ways to connect entrepreneurs to their customers.

Here are some of the most widely used delivery applications and logistics in the country that help entrepreneurs worldwide.

Logistics
LBC
J&T Express
2GO Express
FedEx
JRS Express
Ninjavan
DHL Express
Logistikus Express
Lalamove
Grab Express

 
Delivery Applications
Grab Food
Foodpanda
Angkas
Maxim
Joyride
Lalafood
Mangan.PH
Zomato PH
Note that some delivery applications are only operational in some areas like Mangan.PH (Pampanga) and Zomato (Manila).

The rest is almost operational in most places in the country, especially Grab and Foodpanda. However, due to some restrictions on border controls, there are times that they become unavailable in affected areas.

Entrepreneurs' Challenges this 'New Normal'
Perhaps, the most obvious problem for entrepreneurs today is how to handle their businesses under the 'new normal' norm accordingly.

The pandemic literally imposed the importance of social distancing among people, and this alone impacted most businesses, especially those in the food industry.


 
Under the new standard, fewer people can dine inside restaurants at one go. This is the reason why most people opt to order online.

To address this issue, food businesses will most likely be focusing on accepting online orders, aside from keeping their stores open for those who want to eat on the premises.

For retailers, the new normal is expected to strike them, primarily if they are located in malls. There is a considerable possibility that under the new normal, malls are not anymore that jam-packed with people, unlike the old days.

Hence, the main challenge of these retailers is to embrace the idea of digital marketing. This applies to stores that do not have any online presence yet. However, for those businesses that both have online and brick and mortar stores already, they need to exert more effort in strengthening their online presence.

It is the best way to tap their customers again, make sales, and maintain the business up and running. Technically, it is crucial for business owners to consider other alternative methods other than the traditional way of doing the business.

The same thing applies to other businesses. What they need this time is innovation and willingness to accept the 'new normal' in operating a business.


 
Great Business Ideas to Start this 'New Normal'
On the same note, it is also the best time for entrepreneurs to start new business ideas that will make sense under the 'new normal.'

Check out some of these hot ideas you can start right away.

Health Essentials and Services
It makes sense to start building your own or being a reseller of in-demand healthcare equipment and instruments such as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and face masks. If you also have an idea on how to make soaps, sanitizers, or alcohol, it will also be great.

Grocery Services
With the limited mobilization, starting an online grocery service business is a viable business idea to help customers who have no vehicle or are afraid to go out totally. Despite the existing competition, there is still a high chance to beat your competitors since there is high demand even in the provinces and big cities.

Local Manufacturing of Goods
The pandemic already impacted and diversified the logistics and supply chain in the country as part of the health and safety protocols. Technically, it will make exciting entrepreneurs edge in local manufacturing to address the increasing demand in the country.

Courier and Delivery Services
As mentioned previously, this type of business is the best today because more people will opt for food deliveries and even buy gadgets or clothes online. Even with the border controls locally and abroad, eCommerce will never cease. Therefore, there will still be a market for this Business.

Source: franchisemarket