Tradesource

Bartering makes good sense for most of all businesses that exist. Take the following quick test to help decide if barter is something you should be considering for your company.

Part 1:

Questions about you as a business owner:

I am always looking for new and interesting ways to find new business

I like to network with other business owners

I have a “fire in the belly” entrepreneurial attitude

I like to try new methods and concepts of doing business

Part II:

Your specific product or service: (NOTE: Pick the one industry that is most like yours and answer only that question)

Retail Sales and General Services:

What is the average margin on your product or service?

Professional Services:

How much if your staff utilized?

Manufacturer or Wholesaler (Answer Both Questions):

How much of your total inventory is excess products?

How much excess product or inventory is listed on your financial books?

Media Services:

How much of your media space is unsold?

Hotels, Resorts, Meeting Rooms:

What is your property’s current occupancy rate?

Restaurant

What is your current capacity?