With vaccines continuing to be distributed and the CDC releasing new guidelines for fully vaccinated people, in-person events are making a strong comeback. Party planning for summer events and beyond is picking up and vendors like party buses are in high demand, which means now’s the time to maximize the visibility of your services to planners. Wondering how to get more party bus bookings this year?
Luckily, there are several easy ways to boost your party bus’s exposure to ready-to-book planners and fill your 2021 event calendar. Continue reading for tips on how to secure more bookings and start earning more.
- Build a professional online presence. Make sure your party bus business has a strong digital presence with social media and a professional website. Utilize these platforms to share up-to-date business information such photos of your fleet, availability, contact information, and more. This will show prospective clients you are actively booking events and help them get to know you better.
- Leverage an online booking site like The Bash. Creating a profile on an online event marketplace that already ranks highly in organic search results and handles SEO for you, like The Bash, is a reliable and cost-effective way to advertise your party bus services. The Bash makes it easy to manage your entire business in one place—from creating a profile, to receiving leads, to getting booked and paid, to earning reviews.
- Reply quickly to leads. Party planners want to know that they can rely on vendors for their event—especially when it comes to transportation to and from their celebration. Your first message to a prospective client is like a first impression, so it’s important to make sure it is timely and professional. Quick and efficient communication lets the client know that you are trustworthy and easy to reach.
- Reach out to past clients. Word of mouth and referrals can take your party bus business a long way. Consider reaching out to past clients and continuing a relationship with them. They just might book you for a recurring event! If the experience with the client has been positive, ask them to refer your services to family and friends.
At The Bash, we’re here to help your business grow and our team of dedicated membership specialists will assist you every step of the way. If you’re interested in boosting your business and getting more party bus bookings, just fill out this form to get started!