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6 Entrepreneurs Share Their Secrets to Getting Customers to Return

From giving gifts to increasing offerings, here are some ways to keep customers coming back.
Source: Brian Stauffer

A one-time customer is a wasted opportunity. So we asked six entrepreneurs: How do you create repeat purchases?

Related: 10 Simple Ways to Improve Customer Retention Rates

1. Treat ’em nice.

“We recognize our regulars, even if it’s a simple ‘Welcome members to give complimentary guacamole or a free bag of chips when they want to delight a guest. It’s more fun if it seems like a random act of kindness."

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