Double Your Selling Power, Embellished Bags, Wine Baskets

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TWO ARE BETTER THAN ONE
If one auto dealer buys your gift baskets to thank customers for their car purchases, is it wise to pursue sales from other auto dealers? You bet. Wednesday’s newsletter doubles your options to sell baskets to multiple industry participants, increasing your bottom line faster and easier.

BEADS IN THE BAG
Are embellished bags in your inventory, or is this product one that’s perfect for your spa gift baskets but difficult to find? One wholesaler wants to sell to you but needs suggestions on how to get your attention. You’ll find her question at Ask The Gift Basket Expert where you can comment or ask more about these beaded beauties.

NO NEED TO WINE
Several bars in my region are for sale, and a liquor license comes with the purchase. That’s one way a non-homebased gift basket business can get this coveted item, but this article explains where to find non-alcoholic products, making a liquor license not worth the wait.

Jun

22

Trade Shows, Your Own Toolbox, Getting Past Gatekeepers

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TIME TO TALK TRADE SHOWS
There was a time when trade shows intimidated me. I didn’t want to go because exhibitors tried to sell me products that weren’t on my buying list. Wednesday’s newsletter puts your product needs in center focus, helping you to determine how to navigate each aisle so that you leave knowing you’ve made smart buying decisions for your best sales year.

GIFT BASKET DOCTOR IN THE HOUSE
After 18 years in business, a design repair toolbox is still part of my workspace arsenal, and it’s inside each vehicle during deliveries. The photo shown with this article is my exactly toolbox; you’ll see some of the items always on board. Read the article and tell all of us what’s in your toolbox.

NO MORE GATEKEEPER GAMES
We’ve all heard of the gatekeeper, the person who stands between you and the one with the power to buy your gift baskets. Do you know that there are ways to bypass this person? I share my top three ways to meet your prospect so that the gatekeeper is no longer a factor. Now’s the time to try these ideas so that you’re sure to earn your Christmas bonus.