As families in Raleigh-Durham and surrounding areas start thinking about the next academic year and preparing for the school-year routine, medical practices of all types - from specialists to wellness clinics - can benefit from a seasonal refresh. Now is a great time to optimize operations, update payment systems, and strengthen your local presence.
Whether you're in Raleigh, NC or nearby, here are key strategies to help your practice thrive this school year.
If your practice changes its hours during the school year, make sure your patients are in the know. Update your business hours everywhere-your website, Google Business Profile, social media, voicemail, email campaigns, and text reminders. Clear communication helps reduce no-shows and keeps your schedule running smoothly.
Engage your community with a collaborative back-to-school giveaway on social media. Team up with other Raleigh-Durham area businesses and ask followers to like, share, and tag for a chance to win a prize pack. It's a fun, affordable way to boost visibility and attract new patients.
Local schools and sports programs will soon begin requesting sponsorships. Don’t wait - set your marketing and community outreach budget now. Prioritize partnerships that align with your brand and values. Events like school festivals often allow sponsors to set up booths or tables, offering a great chance to meet potential patients face-to-face.
From fall wellness tips to winter giveaways, the school year offers many opportunities for themed campaigns. Create a simple content calendar to map out social media posts, newsletters, and local events you want to participate in. Consistency keeps your practice top-of-mind.
Is your current card processing system costing you more than it should? Many practices overpay on credit card fees without realizing it. The start of the school year is a smart time to evaluate your merchant service provider.
Merchant Match helps medical practices in Raleigh-Durham save an average of $15,000 to $20,000 per year on payment processing. There are no setup costs and no hidden fees. Want to find out how much you could save? Contact us at info@merchantmatch.net for a free review of your current system.
Merchant Match also offers a Merchant Match Charity program that allows you to support a local nonprofit with every card transaction. It costs you nothing and is simple to set up. We know it sounds too good to be true, but it’s not! If your practice has a cause it cares about, this is a great way to give back while you do business as usual.
Whether you're upgrading your card processing system, launching community outreach, or looking to cut costs, Merchant Match offers reliable, secure, and locally supported payment processing solutions in Raleigh, NC and beyond.
Let’s make this school year your most efficient and profitable one yet. Reach out today and find out how much your practice could save. Just email us at info@merchantmatch.net to get started!
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