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Post by blazinheart on Jan 3, 2008 16:24:03 GMT -5
me, too. I hate that this board is going to be a POS just like Ojar bc certain people have zero respect for others. Hey, bitch, it was you that started with the name calling. I believe "asshole" was the term you used. Where's your respect for others? You didn't need to call me and wizer assholes. If you're gonna hurl the expletives, be prepared to get them thrown back at you.
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Post by blazinheart on Jan 3, 2008 16:29:58 GMT -5
I didn't complain about being called a bitch. I know I can be one at times. THing is that I choose not to be one ALL of the time. Well, let me know when you're having a non-bitch moment. Then we can talk. Peace
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Post by bobfromacctg on Jan 3, 2008 16:44:28 GMT -5
I am way too antisocial for that. You make it sound like you have no choice. That you have this "personality disorder" that prevents you from walking into a public place and trying to sell your product. The only way to become more succesful in life is to make changes. So get up, get out and start interacting with people. It's easier than you think. Of course, the easiest thing to do is nothing. I don't normally stick up for Steve (idoc) but what he said was valid. There wasn't anything rude or mean in what he said. It was a valid point. You have to face your fears in order to overcome them - unless you don't want to over come them - then lifes good.
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Post by jules on Jan 3, 2008 17:05:07 GMT -5
Um, getting back on track.... someone did ask a valid question: what does make your t-shirts different or unique or better from others out on the market? I think we need to know who your target audience might be and the type of products you create before anyone can give you some solid advice or suggestions. (I happen to LOVE strategizing sales and marketing plans.)
I recently bought two t-shirts off of ebay, and was pleased that the transaction was so smooth and easy, but the only reason I chose to buy from that ebay store is because they offered certain t-shirts that I hadn't seen anywhere else.
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Post by freckles on Jan 3, 2008 17:06:05 GMT -5
I know how to make Tie-Die T-Shirts
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Post by blazinheart on Jan 3, 2008 17:11:12 GMT -5
Um, getting back on track.... someone did ask a valid question: what does make your t-shirts different or unique or better from others out on the market? I think we need to know who your target audience might be and the type of products you create before anyone can give you some solid advice or suggestions. (I happen to LOVE strategizing sales and marketing plans.) I recently bought two t-shirts off of ebay, and was pleased that the transaction was so smooth and easy, but the only reason I chose to buy from that ebay store is because they offered certain t-shirts that I hadn't seen anywhere else. I love talking shop too. My sister owns a clothing store that sells name brands such as Hurley, Billibong, Element, Volcom, etc, and from time to time local entrepeneurs will walk in and try to sell their stuff. And sometimes these local merchants will get their stuff dispayed on my sisters racks for awhile. That's awesome advertising right there. But the product will ultimately sell itself if it's any good. Demand will be the true deciding factor. If people like it, they'll buy it. That's the whole reason I asked what rocko's t-shirts had that set them apart. But she obviously saw it as an insult.
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Post by blazinheart on Jan 3, 2008 18:15:32 GMT -5
Well, let me know when you're having a non-bitch moment. Then we can talk. Peace Um, just so you know rocko, I realize that this comment was over the top. I'm not trying to just insult you for the hell of it. So I apologize.
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Post by wizer on Jan 3, 2008 18:23:06 GMT -5
Or is your problem a personality disorder that keeps you from changing? It's a personality disorder. I would be a lousy T-shirt seller. But that doesn't mean that you have to be.
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Post by Mod (PQ-Kermie) on Jan 3, 2008 18:29:06 GMT -5
I have to agree with them Sul... I don't think anything they said was over the top.. I think they were simply pointing out ways to help you improve your business. You took the realism of their comments and got defensive.
Now to get back to your question.. blaze has a point.. what makes your product stand out from others.. is it a woman owned business? there are some sites that help promote and host such businesses. Are the shirts geared towards a certain audience?
I think perhaps if you have a concern about talking to people face to face about your products but still want to sell them online. You should create the online store perhaps through godaddy like frecks suggested, then go around on the forums, such as art forums, photography forums, or anywhere there are people that gather that would be interested in your artistic ability.. get to know them a little and talk up your product.
Face to face marketing (esp in local areas) is a great way to go to brand your product, plus you can put tags on the shirts with your web address to spread the word. Perhaps after you feel comfortable doing it online.. the step out the door and into the local shops won't be so bad.
PQ
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Post by wizer on Jan 3, 2008 18:33:25 GMT -5
I have to agree with them Sul... I don't think anything they said was over the top.. I think they were simply pointing out ways to help you improve your business. You took the realism of their comments and got defensive. * idocsteve waits patiently for the forthcoming apology from Sully * * idocsteve will settle for a kiss.* Mod- Not helping Steve
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