Oct

19

Gift Basket Selling, Special Services, Zoning Issues

Filed Under Sales-Increasing Strategies, Startup Help 

SHOW, TELL, SELL
This economy made lead you to hold lots of customers’ hands. They will think that it’s impossible to afford gifts, and it’s your responsibility to prove those thoughts wrong.

Wednesday’s newsletter shares a proven sales approach that’s working for designers who are writing sales right now, and you’ll also learn what to do if asked for substitutions.

HOW SPECIAL IS IT?
Do some clients request products that aren’t part of your inventory? Most of these items are classified as special services. I’ve had success selling some products, and so have other designers.

The key is to inform customers about charges for special items and payment terms so they know whether or not to proceed. You’ll read about a near special services fiasco in this article and what to do before you agree to providing this service.

ZEROING IN ON ZONING
My fall season gift basket classes have begun and with it a new group asking about zoning issues. The classic question is, “How can I make sure my block is zoned for home-based businesses?” This article points to two solutions if you’re trying to solve a zoning problem.

Read these related articles:

  1. Valentine’s Day, Instant Chat Services
  2. Emotional Selling, Creating a Friendly Site, Gift Basket Business
  3. New Year Sales, Baby Gift Baskets, Selling Wholesale
  4. Multiple Sales, Selling Tips, Finding Customers

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