Maximizing Your Tradebank Membership

Welcome to Tradebank!

Your Tradebank membership gives you incredible access to cash-saving and network building opportunities, but it might not always be obvious which steps to take first. We’ve put together this guide, and plans for future follow-up content, to ease the learning curve and give you a much better understanding of your unique leverage as a member.

Understanding Tradebank’s Core Features

At the heart of our network is the trade dollar. As a member, you can earn trade dollars in a variety of ways:

• selling items on the marketplace
• trading your products and services with other members
• referring other business owners you know to the network

To access your trade dollars and enjoy all of the best features and capabilities, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with two tools:

1. myTradebank: Your primary login portal, containing our full business Directory, travel destinations, marketplace goods, and other important account management features. Best viewed on desktop devices.
2. Tradebank Mobile: Access all of the same great Tradebank features from your phone. It also contains your digital card and payment capabilities such as PushPay. Available on both iOS and Android!

Do you have employees or partners that need to process trade transactions, but don’t have an account?

• Tradebank MobilePAY is a lightweight payment processor that can be utilized without a Tradebank login. This app is designed for your employees or business partners that don’t have direct access to your account, but need to process trade dollar transcations for customers.
  
  We wrote a more in-depth resource for Tradebank MobilePAY that you can read here.

We’ve spent decades refining and improving the technology available to our members, and we encourage each of you to explore both of these platforms to maximize your trading experience.

Your feedback is important to us – if there’s a trade tool or feature you’re not satisfied with, we welcome direct suggestions.

Understanding Your Broker

Our brokers are trained experts, dedicated to finding you new deals within the network and promoting your business. Every Tradebank member is assigned a broker, so ensure that your broker knows exactly what your business offers, what products or services are available for trading, and what you need!

We know that your time as a business owner is limited throughout the day, but try to be active in your communications — collaborate with your Tradebank Broker to achieve the best results.

• Schedule regular check-ins: Set up recurring meetings or calls with your Broker to discuss your business goals, inventory updates, and any specific needs or priorities. This open line of communication ensures they can effectively promote your offerings to the right audience.
• Provide detailed information: Supply your Broker with comprehensive details about your products, services, pricing, and any unique selling points. The more they understand your business, the better they can position you within the network.
• Seek recommendations: Your trade broker has an in-depth understanding of the network’s dynamics.

Don’t hesitate to ask for their insights and recommendations on potential partnerships, cross-promotional opportunities, or untapped markets within Tradebank.

Spend Your New Revenue — Save Cash

Treat your trade dollars like cash in terms of budgeting and allocation.

Spend just a few minutes each week auditing your business expenses. Identify areas where you can allocate trade dollars instead of cash, such as office supplies, marketing services, professional development courses, or even employee perks. This exercise will help you visualize the potential cost savings and cash flow improvements.

Beyond covering routine expenses, consider using your trade dollars for strategic investments that can drive your business forward.

• Trying to scale up? Invest your trade dollars into upgrading your equipment, expanding your inventory, or hiring consultants to help streamline processes or develop new product lines.

Our blog center and client tips center contain countless articles and guides if you want to stretch your Tradebank knowledge further!

Ultimately, your trade dollars are an additional revenue for you to spend freely. With frequent audits, spending strategies and open communication, you can maximize your Tradebank membership and set yourself up for serious long-term growth.