Can I Apply for a Second Trading Online Voucher

Good news – you absolutely can apply for a second Trading Online Voucher! And guess what? The Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) are practically begging you to do it.

We recently attended a LEO webinar courtesy of Carlow Local Enterprise Office, and the key takeaway? If you’ve already cashed in on your first Trading Online Voucher, don’t sleep on applying for a second one! Apparently, only a few businesses are tapping into the second round of funding, which means there’s plenty of cash sitting around waiting to be used. You don’t have to be in Carlow to get in on this. We reckon this applies to all LEOs across Ireland.

How to Secure Your Second Voucher

Here’s the lowdown on getting that second voucher, worth up to €2,500:

1. No need for another webinar.
According to Carlow LEO, you don’t need to attend the webinar again. Some LEOs might ask for a quick briefing before your second go, but nothing too intense.

2. Stick with your fav supplier.
Forget about running around collecting three new quotes. If you loved the work your supplier did the first time, you’re good to continue with them.

3. No need for new e-commerce add-ons.
You don’t have to prove you’re adding a bunch of new e-commerce bells and whistles. Your second application can cover a variety of things like:

• Positioning strategy
• Brand photography
• A fresh website or additional web pages
• LMS integration (like Kajabi)
• Digital marketing strategies
• Content strategies
• Digital ads
• Copywriting
• Digital designs for social media
• Social media strategies

And that’s just the start of the list.

If this is the first time you are applying for the voucher check out our complete guide on how to apply for the trading online voucher here

Why Take Advantage of the Voucher?

Ireland’s e-commerce market is booming. Here are some quick stats to consider:

• Market Growth: Ireland’s e-commerce market is worth a hefty €2.8 billion and growing 25% each year.
• Business Outcomes:
  • 60% of voucher users ended up selling internationally once they got online.
  • Businesses saw their sales grow by 20% on average.
  • 90% reported more customer inquiries, and 75% of those were brand new customers.

Looking to Export? TAME Can Help

If you’re dreaming of exporting your products or services, there’s another grant on the table for you – TAME (Technical Assistance for Micro Exporters). This one’s also worth up to €2,500 and is perfect for adapting your website for multiple languages or currencies. Plus, unlike the Trading Online Voucher, TAME funds can be used for portfolio websites too.

No Website is Ever 'Finished'

Here’s the thing – no website is ever done. And digital marketing? That’s an ongoing gig. As long as you’re in business, there’s always more to do, more to grow. The funding is there to help you reach that next level.

Need Help with Your Application?

Need a hand with making the most of your first or second Trading Online Voucher? At Bubblehub Media, we’re all about removing the fear of digital and helping you market your business in a way that feels right for you and irresistible to your ideal customers.

Don’t let that funding sit there. Get in touch, and we’ll help you turn it into something that takes your business further.

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