1. Start with a Simple, Professional Website
Your website is your digital kedai (shop). Without it, your business is invisible on Google.
Forget exorbitant agency fees — you can now build a beautiful, mobile-friendly website at SME friendly pricing with Thrive Business Asia.
✅ Your own domain
✅ Clear service listings
✅ Contact form or WhatsApp
✅ Google-optimized setup
A website builds trust, makes you findable, and lets you stand out from competitors still relying only on Facebook pages.
2. Join Local Facebook Groups (the right way)
Spamming groups with your product link doesn’t work. Instead:
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Share your story (e.g. “How I started my home bakery in Seremban”)
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Be helpful — answer questions, recommend others, join conversations
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Add your business page link subtly in comments or signature
This builds relationships and attracts referrals, not just likes.
3. Get Featured as a Local Business
Instead of paying for random ads, why not get:
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An article written about your business
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A video interview sharing your story
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Your own business listing page with contact info and services
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Social media promotion done for you
This is what Thrive Business Asia’s Featured Business Plan offers, all for just $59/month (no contract).
It positions you as a real business owner, not just another Facebook seller.
4. Create Short, Real Videos (Using Your Phone)
You don’t need fancy editing.
Use Instagram Reels, TikTok, or Facebook Stories to show:
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Behind-the-scenes of your process
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Happy customer feedback
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Quick tips or FAQs
Example: A café owner showing how they make their best-selling nasi lemak — 15 seconds, authentic and engaging.
Real faces and voices beat stock images every time.
5. Use WhatsApp Like a Pro
WhatsApp isn’t just for chatting — it’s a powerful marketing tool when used smartly:
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Set up a WhatsApp Business profile with catalog & auto-replies
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Add your WhatsApp link on all posts, pages, and your website
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Create a weekly broadcast list to share promos, updates, and stories (with consent)
6. Write One Blog Post a Month
Yes, even if you’re not a writer.
A blog helps you show up in Google results over time.
Topics you can write about:
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How you started your business
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Behind-the-scenes: how your product is made
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Common questions customers ask
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Industry tips or guides
Example: “How I Started My Tiffin Delivery Business in KL with RM500”
Google loves helpful, local content and it costs you nothing but time.
Remember: Visibility ≠ Virality
You don’t need 1 million views to succeed.
You need the right 100–500 people to find you, trust you and buy from you.
Final Tip: Invest in What Builds Trust, Not Just Clicks
Most SMEs waste money chasing likes or boosting random posts.
Spend your energy and money on:
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A clear, professional website
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A strong personal brand
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Platforms that help you tell your story and reach genuine leads
Want Help Without the High Price?
No contracts. No fluff. Real visibility.