Marlo M

Helping creative artists and craft makers grow their businesses with one-to-one consulting. In-person (Seattle, WA) or via phone. Also tweets as @imakecutestuff

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Just had a fantastic phone appointment with a new client who is helping her mother start an Etsy store. She's got lots of work ahead of her, but I think its going to be worth it 😍

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Great customer service tends to stick with you. What have you done lately to show your supporters that you care? #handmaderealitycheck

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Do you have your work on consignment with a store? When was the last time you restocked what they've sold? Don't let your collection dwindle! The more they have, the more you'll sell! #handmaderealitycheck

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Now is the perfect time to reach out to your wholesale accounts and ask for a reorder! Better yet - put a restock order suggestion together and maybe they'll just go ahead and buy it! #handmaderealitycheck

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This article from @theburlapbag is full of valuable and HONEST advice on getting your work into stores! Highly recommended reading! https://t.co/hDJVkuoxnI #handmaderealitycheck

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@ForagedDecor Yes! That is so great! I'd bet most of them were thankful for the check in, right? It's always good to get in touch periodically - especially when you have product available and can deliver quickly 😁

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Getting ready for summer shows? Don't forget your retailers - they need products to keep their customers happy too! Check in to see how things are going and ask for a reorder now before they spend through their summer budget! #handmaderealitycheck

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Had a blast sharing my many opinions on today's @AcdmyOfHandmade State of Making Summit! Catch the rest of the sessions and replays at https://t.co/jefuwFx3Lo

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Question: If you sell your work at craft shows - have you participated in any kind of sales training to learn how to make the most of the time you have at your shows? If yes, what was the most transformative thing you learned? If not, why not?

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Lowering your prices is NOT the key to success. Discounts are just a cheap trick to get your money (and everyone knows it!) Focus on giving stellar customer service instead and watch your business grow! #handmaderealitycheck

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And just in case you're wondering, I am referring to my own presentations 😜

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Lessons learned at #craftcation18 - Presentation slides are way more interesting with full size single images and just a few to no words. Bullet points are horribly boring.

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Lessons learned at #craftcation18 - It's okay to take time on your own to recharge...especially if being around lots of people is a little stressful!

[Marlo M @CreativeMentor]

Lessons learned at #craftcation18 - Providing class notes with fill-in sections may be a little silly, but it also makes sure people pay attention to what you're saying!

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Lessons learned while at #craftcation18 - Meeting new people is super easy if you are the first to say, "My name is *, what's your name?" 😁

[Marlo M @CreativeMentor]

Hanging out at #craftcation2018 and having so much fun teaching these lovely artists all about artificial light for product photography! #livingthedream

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When was the last time you contacted your wholesale accounts? If it's been a while, ask them if they are ready for a restock and include a list of the things they ordered last time. What have you got to lose? What have you got to gain?? #handmaderealitycheck

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Want to make a wholesale buyer's day? Send your price list in an Excel spreadsheet with all the item variations and formulas included to add up their totals and I GUARANTEE you'll get an order faster if they are ready to buy your work! #handmaderealitycheck

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Stand out in a sea of complacent exhibitors! Take action. Do not wait for them to come to you. Remember who holds the checkbook and get to work! #handmaderealitycheck