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 Working from home....?
I need some help from you guys out there. I am recently widowed. I have a 15 year old and a2 year old. They have not exactly taken there fathers death very well, and neither have I. I am a registered ...


 How the heck??
I am a stay at home mom. To gain a little extra money, I began selling Avon. So far I'm doing great with family and friends but how do I go about expanding my business. I'm not a shy ...


 I need a catchy name for my soap making business.?
I started making handmade soap.. I would like to give it a try at lableing and selling my soap.. and I really need help in coming up with a name thats not already taken up. Something with the word ...


 How i can know about online job website is true?
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 Would you pay $140K for a proven successful franchise that would make you $40K a year working 25 hours a week?

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Everybody want's to question this business. My question isn't about that. I just want to know (all things guaranteed) would it be worth it to pay that ...


 Are home based business worth the start up money?
I looked at one called crazy fox... it is worth the membership fee? I will cost a few dollars to send me the disk with all the info but then it will cost more to start.. Is it worth my time and ...


 Can I make Money in MLM?
I just lost my job and I am now looking to start a home base business. Can I make money working a MLM business?...


 What is an easy way to make some good money?
i want to get some money easy any suggestions?...


 What would you/do you call yourself?
I am wondering what sole traders call themselves. Like for example if somebody asked what position you hold, would you say sole trader? Or Managing Director/manager etc? Also what would you put on ...


 Any name ideas?
Opening a gift basket business-- anyone got a catchy, memorable name?


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 How long notice do one has to give.?
How long does an employee has to give to his employer before quiting her job.
I have worked for six years in my fiance's uncle's company and now i want to leave the office and set up ...


 Im setting up an iron buissness from home any name suggestions please be serious?
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 How do i get babysitting jobs?
I really need money but im not sure how to get my name out there without putting up a sign....


 I need a compnay name!! can you help me??
i have been djing for about a year and so far i have had a party at least once a month. things are good but i now need a company name to trade under.

i do parties for all kinds, 16th, 18th,...


 What is the most effective way to advertise a small business?
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 How To Find Online Work-at-home Jobs??
Anybody tell me where can I find and apply for work-at-home jobs?? (EXCEPT ebay selling) I'm in bad need of money but my home conditions prevent me from going out to work.

Are there ...


 What advice would u say to a young person who wants 2 start thier own bussiness?
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 When I die, I plan to sell icecream in hell...do you think it will be succesful?
...I'll also sell Airconditioners!!! :D :D :D...


 Please help me choose a store name....?
Everytime i am trying to guess one, then i see that already exist...i want something unique.

thnx
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well, everything, except medicine,and cars......


 What is a good name for a computer store?
I have to pretend I have a computer store for computer class and do alot of stuff with it, what is a good name for a made up/make believe computer store....



jim's girl
Tomorrow is my first craft flea market sale. Does anyone have any hints tips or advise. I've never sold before
                     
 




locuaz
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be nice,
the prices should be reasonable,
display everything in anorderly way, and
be organized


fairly smart
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bring lots of change
is your booth/table neat, clean organized with cute stuff?
A nice table cloth is better then a bare table...
Do you have an ezup if it is outside?
Good luck!


PatV
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1) Watch customers carefully. They will switch tags, open items and remove pieces, steal small and easy-to-pocket items.
2) Unless you have a "booth sitter" or someone to work with, you're stuck for the day at your booth. Try to find a way to get a bathroom break.
3)Eat lunch discreetly and without messes - no french fries, etc.. No one wants you to handle your merchandise and their change with greasy fingers.
4)Some customers may try to talk your ear off - stay focused and do not become distracted by just one customer.
5)Keep notes as to which items people examine ( and don't buy), which items sell quickly and which items are completely ignored.
6)Make a personal decision whether you are willing to haggle and stick to it.
The secret to flea markets is to move your merchandise around your booth constantly. And beware of the "trolls" - the "customers" who are actually buying low at one market and selling in their own booth for a profit...


smile4u
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Have plenty of your crafts displayed. Be prepared to demonstrate the crafts if you can. People like to see how things are made. Have business cards available to give to people. If you haven't got some already go to your local office supply store and buy generic cards and print them on your computer at home.
Tell them when you will be around again in case they want more. Tell them any customizing that you do for your crafts. Overall be friendly but not to pushy. Let the customer look and offer to answer questions but if your to pushy it will usually push them away. Sometimes people look at the items then come back to buy. Good Luck and happy selling


♥Kazz♥
I have sold at a few different markets - know your market and know the type of customers who go to each market - in our area there are 3 major markets - 1 is a trash and treasure market - its full of new and used items - people haggle like mad at these places you can handle this in one of 2 ways up your price a little so you can bring it down OR know the price you want and stand by it - we had many a customer who would for example pick up an item that was worth $40 on ebay, you give a price of $20 and they say how about $10 you then have to stick to your guns and say no the price is $20 they may haggle more even stating that they could get that item for $10 elsewhere - we would then say well we cant let it go for cheaper than $20 (thinking but not saying - if you can find it for $10 at the other place - go there!) later in the day someone would buy that item for your asking price of $20.

Another market sells mainly new items and they are priced more accordingly and they generally dont have much haggling there.

The other market is a craft market - generally people dont haggle at this market they just accept the sellers price.

Last week I actually went and sold at a childrens market - we had DVDs of the Wiggles and Bear in the big blue house etc that were used but in very good condition and I had them for $10 each - none sold - people wanted them for $2 - $5 each - I would rather keep them than sell them for that price as they cost me anywhere up to $36 - my point is know your price you want for each item - look around in the paper and ebay etc and get to know the market value of your item.

I also agree with everyones statements of having your table in order - have a nice material over your table as it does look better than a bare table and somebody suggested above that some people will buy something cheaply from you after talking you down in price and then stick it on their own table - its happened to me and it can be a little upsetting when this happens so again my point - know what you want each item to sell for and stick to it :)


KIM A
Don't be nervous! presentation is a must! Have your things well marked with prices a little high and then you can go down from there, if a customers haggels with you. Childerns Items are a must and childerns clothing, put at childerns level, after all they are the best customers.Smile and greet each customer, we all like to feel special. And above all HAVE FUN!!!!!!!


woozeywise
tell people about your craft but without telling them how you do it for if they know how you do it they dont need to buy yours. also, dont try to show everythig at once have a neat table also talk to people good luck...


mug
Congratulations. Savour the fruit of your labor.

Some people might bargain, if you think it's OK, give in.

Others would request some revisions, models, etc. But won;t return to buy. It's all a part of business.


awommack
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no


R Squared
have something to attract kids into your area, like some cheesy toy or something, then the parents will have to stop in and look at what you have.


kikime
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be flexible see what others are doing, relax and have a good time:)


El Recio
Smile, and help your customers. Bring some subject to talk about during the sale... be social... an enjoy, it supposed to be fun.


TIMOTHY D L
Be prepared to negotiate on the price. Have fun, don't get stressed out. Be patient, and smile!


kenfitameen
Low cut top. seriously, be prepared to banter and maybe mark up your wears by a few extra quid to let people think they are getting a deal.


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