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This is something I have been thinking about quite a bit lately as I re-structure and re-organize my own business. Whether you realize it or not your business has a voice. In your email, printed material, customer interactions and blog or website your voice comes across to your customers and readers. Think about it. What […]
Very few people like being wrong. It’s our nature to want to be right, sometimes even in the face of overwhelming evidence that we are, indeed, wrong. How many times have you seen someone continue to defend a position simply out of pure stubbornness? (I know I’m guilty of it.) Being wrong isn’t easy. In […]
The Craft and Hobby Association (CHA) is a trade only organization that has several categories of members including retailer, manufacturer, sales rep, distributor, Publisher, Designer, Teacher, Professional Crafter, and Media. Trade organizations are important because of the networking and exchange of professional/business information. If you are serious about working in the craft industry you should […]
Starting out a crafting business can be scary. Most of us start online through an Etsy shop (or something similar). A great way to gain exposure for your company is to showcase at local craft shows and fairs. It’s an opportunity to network and give customers a chance to see, smell touch your products. As […]
In today’s economy every little bit helps and selling your crafts might be a way for you to earn some extra income from your creative passion. The first step is deciding just how much time you have available to craft and create an inventory to sell, then you’ll need to take a few steps into […]
Developing good sales skills is key to having a successful business. Whether you’re selling online, have a brick-and-mortar store, or sell at shows, your interaction with your customers can make or break your business. Attitude is everything especially in sales. Next time you are out running errands and visiting retail shops, take note of what […]
