Guide: How to Get Your First 50 Customers on OrderViaChat
You've built your store. Your products look great. But no one knows about it yet. Here are 10 proven strategies to get your first 50 customers — all completely free.
Strategy 1: WhatsApp Status Blitz
Post your store link as a WhatsApp Status. Everyone in your contact list will see it.
📠Copy this template:
"🎉 My store is now online! Browse my menu and order directly on WhatsApp — no more back-and-forth! 👇 [Your store link]"
Strategy 2: Instagram Bio Link
Replace "DM to order" with your OrderViaChat link. Update posts to say: "Link in bio to order!"
Strategy 3: QR Code at Your Location
Print a QR code and place it on tables, counters, doors, and packaging.
Strategy 4: Personal Message to Regulars
📠Copy this template:
"Hi [Name]! You can now browse my full menu and order online anytime. Just click here: [link]. No need to message me for the menu anymore! 😊"
Strategy 5: Google My Business
Set your website URL in Google Business Profile to your store link. People on Google Maps will find your ordering page directly.
Strategy 6: Package Inserts
Include a card with your store QR code in every delivery. Every package becomes a marketing opportunity.
Strategy 7: WhatsApp Groups
Share in neighborhood and community groups. Be helpful, not spammy.
Strategy 8: Facebook Marketplace
List your products on Facebook Marketplace with your store link. Free local discovery.
Strategy 9: Word of Mouth
Ask every happy customer to share your link. Offer incentives: "Share with 3 friends and get a free item!"
Strategy 10: Weekly Status Updates
- Monday: "New item added! Order here 👇"
- Wednesday: Photo of your best seller + link
- Friday: "Weekend special! 🎉"
The 50-Customer Formula
WhatsApp Status (15) + Instagram Bio (10) + Personal Messages (10) + QR Code (10) + Word of Mouth (5) = 50 Customers
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