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business buzz 7-23-11
Read more: business buzz 7-23-11A weekly roundup of craft, design, and business related news and links. A great way to make a name for yourself online is to read, share, and comment on other blogs. Here are some Places to Look for Great Blogs Stuck in line at the DMV? Use that time to be productive – 9 Ways…
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Marketing for Makers home study now available
Read more: Marketing for Makers home study now availableEven though we’re in the midst of a serious heat wave (at least in my part of the US) now is the time to start thinking about your holiday marketing strategy. It’s time to think about pitching the press, getting your website ready for traffic, and getting your work into stores before the busy shopping…
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showing up is not enough, or common myths about wholesale shows
Read more: showing up is not enough, or common myths about wholesale showsOne of the big misconceptions I see surrounding wholesale shows is that showing up is enough to have a good show. The thought process is, “I’m here. I spent the money. I traveled.” That should be enough. And while you may occasionally get lucky, the truth is that this type of mentality is what leads…
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what does the bare minimum communicate about your business?
Read more: what does the bare minimum communicate about your business?Last week, I exhibited at the Buyer’s Market of American Craft with a group of students, faculty, and alumni from the university where I teach. One of the things we did was set up hard walls for out booth. Because we were all showing jewelry, hard walls certainly weren’t necessary. In fact, we were the…
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business buzz 7-16-11
Read more: business buzz 7-16-11A weekly roundup of craft, design, and business related news and links. 34 Unique Twitter Content Ideas for Your Community – Still wondering what you should tweet about? These are some great ideas to help you mix it up and not be so salesy but more community oriented. And while you’re at it, here are…
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business buzz 7-9-11
Read more: business buzz 7-9-11A weekly roundup of craft, design, and business related news and links. Need Money for Art? Kick Your Funding Into High Gear – Some ways to use “crowd funding” and invite others to become a part of your creative project. How to get Free Press – The Art of the Press Release – Things to…