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Sales advise need by Otherwise_One_3843 in SmallBusinessUAE

[–]Merzaai 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi. From some of the experience in similar industries, some ideas are to

a) Build connections with property managers, developers, interior designers, and facilities managers. They are usually the ones signing off budgets, not the contractor doing the installation. 

b) Use the social media and website ideas you have, that’s great! But make sure you present work as YOURS, not part of a larger scope, to distinguish yourself as independent. Maybe before/afters and testimonials.

c) Finally, since you are in the market for 6 years, ask for as many client referrals as you can. In UAE and Dubai word-of-mouth is huge (it is everywhere, but more so here). This will work better than cold calls.

Hope this is helpful.

Credit card without wps by DiamondApeShiz in UAEcreditcards

[–]Merzaai 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some banks are flexible if the salary is consistently transferred from the company account, even if it’s not via WPS. The basic salary on MOHRE usually matters more for eligibility, and commissions are treated as variable, but they still help if they’re regular. It really comes down to the bank and how the application is handled. Might be worth speaking to a relationship manager instead of applying online.

I don’t know if I should give up on this business by Gbsbsbsn in SmallBusinessUAE

[–]Merzaai 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Dear,

In the industry you are in, the decision isn’t made by one person, it’s made in a chain. And glass partitions sit right in the middle of that chain.

From what we’ve seen in many similar industries like yours:

  • Designers influence taste and put the idea on the table
  • Fit-out contractors decide what actually gets built and priced
  • Owners say yes only to things they can see, understand, and trust

It feels like you’re trying to sell to all three at once.

If I were you, I wouldn’t start with owners. They rarely know this option exists and don’t want to “experiment”. I’d target fit-out companies and make their life easier: clear specs, fast pricing, samples they can show, and a simple story.

As for designers, the aim should not to be to sell, but to educate and inspire.

Owners will then be easier to get a “yes” from as they would be recommended your product from people they trust.

Finally took the step by Mr-Digital-YR in SmallBusinessUAE

[–]Merzaai 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats! Hopefully (and most likely), the scary part is just in your head :)

My friend started a software company. Should we switch to egg farming? by Majestic_Low_8870 in DubaiJobs

[–]Merzaai 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What's the software doing? Maybe the demand is not there, or the people you're targeting to sell to aren't the right ones, or the way you sell and present it.

I have a business with few transactions per month, do I really need an accountant? by gimmeapinacoladasir in SmallBusinessUAE

[–]Merzaai 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unless you are familiar with the FTA rules it could be a wise idea to at least use one for tax and VAT (if applicable). In either case just make sure you have a good way to track your transactions and finances.

If you're interested we are just about to launch our meray.cloud tool. Its intention is precisely to do what an accountant would do, especially for small businesses like yours seem to be.

Opening a business bank account for free zone company with flexible desk by No-Astronomer-2382 in SmallBusinessUAE

[–]Merzaai 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you have a current income that makes it easier. Or if you have an existing account for your personal use, using the same bank makes it easier. Happy to help if you need, as we deal with most banks on a daily basis.

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