A series of Business Tips from the book: How to Sell to Retail Chain Stores: Finding a Manufacturer’s Representative By Michael Ford A manufacturer’s representative is someone who sells your product to major chain stores. In the simplest terms, he…
Author: Gift Rep Sandy
Sandy Dell is an experienced independent sales representative for the gift industry. Having operated her own business for over ten years, she has gained valuable knowledge in working with gifts store buyers and producers. She is also co-owner of Gourmet Innovations which makes gourmet foods and gifts. "I have been on both sides of the counter", she tells her buyers. More than that, she understands the needs of the producer and the gift buyer and knows how to communicate to both groups!
Tips on Selling to Retail Buyers
I spent many years traveling around the state of Idaho selling items to gift and retail outlets. Although I was successful at what I did, I am always open to learning more from other folks who are selling to retail…
Business Tips on Build a Business, Not a Job!
A series of Business Tips from the book: Build a Business, Not a Job! By David Finkel The switch is from seeing yourself as a producer for your business—driving sales and fulfilling client purchases — to seeing yourself as the…
Writing Descriptions that Sell Products
Developing a website with listings that sell products can be made easy if you follow a few simple tips. Gift Basket Business Insider published an article that lists, what I think, are excellent tips to aid anyone who is troubled…
Weekly Business Tips from 20 Things I’ve Learned as an Entrepreneur
A series of Business Tips from the book: 20 Things I’ve Learned as an Entrepreneur by Alicia Morga It’s rare when someone is their word. Treasure it in others, cultivate it in yourself. –– Alicia Morga Alicia’s book, ’20 Things…
Did You Attend Yohan’s Webinar on Selling to Large Retailers?
Congrats to all of you that attended Yohan Jacob’s webinar on Selling to Large Retailers. Personally, I took over four pages of notes (and I am usually not a note taker). The information he talked about was timely, informative, and…
Last chance to sign up for selling to large retailers’ webinar!
It is not too late to sign up for Yohan Jacob’s webinar: How to Sell to Large Retailers! Join us Wednesday, October 7th at 10am PST/11am MST/Noon CST/1pm EST for a unique opportunity. Yohan will show you how to navigate…
Weekly Business Tips from Grow Your Handmade Business
A series of Business Tips from the book: Grow Your Handmade Business By Kari Chapin If you have more than one income stream, chances are you’re busier than you would be if you only had one focus. Pay attention to…
Managing Your Time and Focus
With all the ‘noise’ in the world today, it is so easy to get distracted, waste time and lose your focus. Personally, I know I waste more time that I should on non-essential tasks. Thankfully, I have devised a system…
Hiring Sales Reps
Hiring your first sales rep can be fun and exciting. Watching your business grow beyond your own efforts is a big step for most producers and professional crafters. But it is an important step if you plan to grow at…
Weekly Business Tips from the Art of the Start
A series of Business Tips from the book: The Art of the Start: The Time-Tested, Battle-Hardened Guide for Anyone Starting Anything by Guy Kawasaki Make meaning. The best reason to start an organization is to make meaning — to create…
Are You Prepared for Holiday Marketing?
Last week, I attended a webinar put on by Nik Rajpal from Exclusive Concepts. Nik and his co-host talked extensively about Google Shopping and ’17 Elements of Holiday Success in Online Retail PPC’. Although, the information on Google Shopping was very…