Working at being my own boss.
Hello, I am Patricia Fahrendorf. I am a new business owner and I am working to build a customer base. When I started this I thought that it would be a piece of cake. Set up my online store and do a little publicity, and I would be off and running.
Three (3) months later, I am learning that the business world is not as easy as I thought it might be. I work full time at getting this business of mine up and running. I also have a day time job and since this new venture is not making me a fortune. Yet, the key word is YET.
As a new business owner, I refuse to give up. I took 2 days vacation time with this three (3) day weekend coming up so that I could do some promotion on my business. I got my son who is who can't work because of back injuries, and my little 3 year old grand daughter to help. I went door to door ringing on doorbells, talking to people that I met in the streets. Handing out catalogs and Gift Cards. I explained that I was a new business and that I was local.
I had one customer ask me if there was local pickup or did they have to pay shipping? For the local customers in my city (Del City, OK) I am offering free shipping and pick up or delivery. I am using that as a method of drawing business in until I can get up and running with my company.
I would be interested in hearing from other new merchants to see how they are doing in their business ventures. What type of advertising they are using. I will write tomorrow about the advertising object of the day. Check back to see what I come up with next.
Tricia Fahrendorf, Tanglewood Gifts Emporium
Have a blessed day.
Three (3) months later, I am learning that the business world is not as easy as I thought it might be. I work full time at getting this business of mine up and running. I also have a day time job and since this new venture is not making me a fortune. Yet, the key word is YET.
As a new business owner, I refuse to give up. I took 2 days vacation time with this three (3) day weekend coming up so that I could do some promotion on my business. I got my son who is who can't work because of back injuries, and my little 3 year old grand daughter to help. I went door to door ringing on doorbells, talking to people that I met in the streets. Handing out catalogs and Gift Cards. I explained that I was a new business and that I was local.
I had one customer ask me if there was local pickup or did they have to pay shipping? For the local customers in my city (Del City, OK) I am offering free shipping and pick up or delivery. I am using that as a method of drawing business in until I can get up and running with my company.
I would be interested in hearing from other new merchants to see how they are doing in their business ventures. What type of advertising they are using. I will write tomorrow about the advertising object of the day. Check back to see what I come up with next.
Tricia Fahrendorf, Tanglewood Gifts Emporium
Have a blessed day.
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Comments (32)
Philippe Moisan16
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LOL
Good night, Patricia, it's 15 past midnight here, time for zzzzzzzzzzz for me too :)
Tricia (Patricia) Fa...4
okay okay. I am grateful to both of you. :-) Philippe, I have already guessed at your sense of humor when we did the ghost scenario. I could not have pulled today off without your critique of my work (or the lack there of). You gave me direction and purpose.
Now, it is past this little owl's bedtime and I have to be up early for my day job. So good night gentlemen. And Mohann, I may not be flirting with you but I am not a mother figure either. :-) I am a friend. How is that? And yes, I was b
Philippe Moisan16
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I was just having fun at your expanse, Mohann. Patricia doesn't know me yet, she now knows about my wicked sense of humor. :)
Mohann Krish6
Come on, Phil! She blessed me, I believe, as a mother does to a son. She is mother figure to me. I don't know about you, though..LOL
Philippe Moisan16
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Ok, let's start the rumors LOL
Tricia (Patricia) Fa...4
both you and Philippe have been a great help to me. I had been needing a nudge and I am most grateful for you all doing such a good job. I am honored by your praise gentlemen.
and please Mohann, I did not take you as a flirt, nor am I a flirt. I was just very grateful for your praise. it means a lot to me. I worked very hard to try and make it right. to be told I excelled is a wonderful compliment. ::bowing to you sir::
Mohann Krish6
Pat, I rarely give testimonials unless the daily mission asks me to do so! But in your case it was voluntary! I like when people are creative and take criticism positively.
About the blushing part.... well, I consider women as more intelligent than men .....if they overcome the initial hesitation about what others might think..... Let me assure you I am not a flirt! LOL
Tricia (Patricia) Fa...4
Mohann, i am blushing. Thank you for that wonderful testimonial you gave me. I can only say thank you for taking the time to tell me what i needed. You are a blessing to me.
May God Bless and Keep you my friend.
Tricia (Patricia) Fa...4
yes, i was able to remove it. It took me a while to figure it out but finally I got it done. I would so much appreciate it if you would look at my ABC again and tell me what you think.
Thank you in advance.
Philippe Moisan16
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Mohann, I agree 100 % !!!
I hadn't taken the time to look at it. It's a beautiful presentation of her products. And so well written, with just the right font, and the "more details" are worth a look...
I launch a campaign for her BC right here right now !
Mohann Krish6
Pat, your BC page is incredible!
Philippe Moisan16
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Don't forget, Patricia, Rome wasn't built in one day. Take your time, no need to rush through things.
You are proactive. It's a trait not enough marketers have. Good for you. :)
Mohann Krish6
Pat, could you remove the link you wanted dumped?
Tricia (Patricia) Fa...4
Well, I think that I have accomplished all that you find people have given me points on. I updated the ABC, I have listed products, I have given information on my business, Have listed that I would like to do Link Backs. That I use LinkReferral and Monopolinks services.I have to learn more about affiliate programs and how they work. My site is set up for it but I don't know enough about it.
The information is there I just have to do it. So, visit, let me know what you think and I will be back a
Tricia (Patricia) Fa...4
yes it was :-)
Philippe Moisan16
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LOL
Who was called the friendly ghost? Was it Casper ? :)
Tricia (Patricia) Fa...4
i promise that i am a friendly ghost. just gathering facts and learning as i go. I appreciate all of your help. :)
Philippe Moisan16
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I did feel a presence around me, some kind of floating white bedsheet with holes for eyes, it kept disappearing when I turned around LOL
Tricia (Patricia) Fa...4
Yes, I have. You guys are awesome. I have been ghosting you for some time. I am a great listener. That is how I learn, so I like what the three of you say. It seems like you all get along pretty well and that is a feat in it self these days.
I just sent you the request for the ezine site.
and thank you again.
Philippe Moisan16
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Patricia, you just responded to my contact request, I guess it means you also did for Sean and Mohann :)