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Kes,
First I would like to thank you and everyone for their 'virtual' support.
I would love some marketing games..
The name of my business is A Village-retreat and education center.
the Aht is the sound of gratitiude in chanting…
and the 'A' gets you to the top of any list….lol….
I had an identifiable brand with my old business so I have been referencing that it is also part retial..That we are growing an evolving in to a great place to find a simple peaceful life…I was the only herb store in Northern Ohio, so that certainly carries some weight.
I am blessed, because I have over 1300 people on my mailing list. I am a firm believer in word of mouth advertising. I do have to do a mailer, but financially that is not an option today.
I will however be doing a 'phon-a-thon' and calling my clients…All of those years in collections are paying off…lol
I am also directly located next door to this areas largest craft store, and I am having a live plant/herb sale, that is always much anticipated by the majority of my client base….Also drawing the attention of my new crafty friends next door..They won't even have to move their car!!!
I ordered the plants this morning from a long time vendor..I was honest in telling her that I am ordering with NO money in my account…she is a self employed business owner/entrepreneur, and she completely understands and will be holding off payment until the weekend passes…the sale will certainly cover that expense (faith).
The largest downfall during the transition from my last business to this one was I disappeared..So only the spiritual part of my clientel has heard from me for the last 2 years..They have all banded together, spreading the word and forwarding emails…I am blessed…
This is like a dog on a leash..It's imperative to stay focused, paying attention to the detail. Remaining in integrity, speaking clearly. asking for help, setting boundaries taking calculated risk, and sometimes just leaping into the unknown…
I have a group of friends who are all bearing witness to this process, and in the thick of it too and I am seeing a new sense of self emerging from them…Finding the courage to walk through fear into the exciting world of the unknown..what a rush!
My life motto-
Life's Journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out and bleeding while shouting..Holy Shit!! What a Ride!!”
I look forward to your expertise and input Kes!
Love and Blessings,
Marianne
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