How I Sell Loyalty Program Setup to Local Businesses (And Earn $250–$800 Per Client)

You’ve probably heard this stat:

It costs 5x more to acquire a new customer than to retain an existing one.

Local business owners know this too…

But almost none of them have a real system in place to reward loyalty and drive repeat business.

 

That’s why I started offering Loyalty Program Setup Services—and it’s been a game-changer.

 

I charge $250 to $800 per setup (sometimes with monthly management on top) and help businesses increase customer retention, referrals, and revenue.

 

Let me break it down for you 👇

 

🔹 Why Loyalty Programs Are Essential for Local Businesses

 

Small businesses live and die by repeat customers.

 

But without a structured loyalty program, they’re losing: ❌ Lifetime customer value

❌ Word-of-mouth growth

❌ Chances to upsell or cross-sell

 

A good loyalty program turns a one-time customer into a raving fan who comes back again and again—and brings others with them.

 

And the beauty is: most local businesses want a program but don’t know how to set it up.

 

That’s where you come in.

 

🔹 What I Offer in My Loyalty Program Setup Service

 

This is a one-time service with optional monthly support, and it’s easy to sell and fulfill.

 

Here’s what I provide:

 

✅ Custom Loyalty Program Strategy

– Punch-card, points-based, referral-based, or hybrid

– Tailored to the business model (restaurant vs. salon vs. boutique)

 

✅ Software Setup & Automation

– Set up using tools like Fivestars, TapMango, Belly, Square Loyalty, or even a custom Google Form/QR code setup

 

✅ Branded Digital Cards or QR Codes

– For customers to easily join and track their rewards

 

✅ Promotional Materials

– In-store posters, table tents, or social media graphics to drive sign-ups

 

✅ Staff Training Guide

– A simple SOP (standard operating procedure) so the team can promote the program consistently

 

Optional:

✅ Monthly Reporting

✅ Customer Engagement SMS/Email Reminders

 

🔹 Best Local Businesses to Target

 

The perfect clients are those with regular foot traffic and repeat purchase potential:

 

✔️ Cafés and Coffee Shops

✔️ Beauty Salons and Nail Bars

✔️ Car Washes and Auto Detailers

✔️ Pet Groomers

✔️ Restaurants and Bakeries

✔️ Fitness Studios

✔️ Local Retail Stores

 

If they have regulars and want to grow their base—it’s a fit.

 

🔹 How I Find and Pitch These Clients

 

You can find leads on Google Maps, Instagram, or simply by walking into local stores.

 

Here’s a super simple pitch that works well:

 

💬 “Hey [Business Name], do you have a loyalty program in place to reward repeat customers? I help small businesses like yours set up automated, branded loyalty programs that increase customer retention and bring in more referrals. Want to see a quick example of what it could look like for you?”

 

This opens the door to a valuable conversation.

Most owners say something like: “We’ve thought about it, but never got around to it…”

Bingo.

 

🔹 What I Charge for Loyalty Program Setup

 

💰 Basic Setup: $250

– Strategy, branded setup, software install (DIY tool like Square or LoyaltyCards app)

 

💰 Pro Setup: $500

– Includes QR codes, printed promo assets, and customer opt-in form

 

💰 Premium Setup: $800+

– Includes full branding, SMS/email integration, monthly usage report, and staff SOPs

 

You can also offer $100–$200/month for ongoing management, promotions, and loyalty email campaigns.

 

🔹 Tools I Use to Deliver the Service

 

🧰 Square Loyalty – For existing Square POS users

🧰 Fivestars or TapMango – Full loyalty platforms

🧰 QR Code Generator + Google Sheets – For simple punch-card style tracking

🧰 Canva – For promotional material design

🧰 GoHighLevel – For SMS/email follow-ups

 

Once you build a few templates, setting these up is fast and easy.

 

🔹 Want to Start Offering Loyalty Program Services?

 

This is a simple but high-impact offer that gives local businesses exactly what they need—more returning customers, more referrals, and more revenue.

 

👉 If you want my loyalty program setup checklist, pitch script, and Canva promo templates, comment “LOYAL” below or DM me. I’ll send you the whole pack for free.

 

This is low-hanging fruit for anyone looking to grow a local service business fast.

No tech headaches. Just real value. Real money.

 

Want help turning this into a landing page, PDF offer sheet, or outreach campaign? Just let me know—I’ve got you covered!