One thing I'm looking forward to with this month's theme is hearing about the things that business owners struggle with. I'm not a masochist, I just find it fascinating to see how others handle the same challenges I've faced and I love being able to offer help when I'm able. I was reading the comments on Jess' post introducing the theme and was immediately struck by this … [Read more...] about Online Necessities for Offline Businesses
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Etsy Relevancy Search 101
Photo: Print by Breeding Fancy Etsy caused quite a buzz this past August 10, by switching the default sorting for search results to Relevancy instead of Most Recent. Read Chad's Notes here. Etsy has attempted to help prepare sellers for the change with advice, videos and rule updates related to the change. The advice from Etsy is scattered over a dozen articles and hard to … [Read more...] about Etsy Relevancy Search 101
Looking to the past for the future of marketing
As we look to the past and our handmade heritage as makers, we have more tools than ever before to share our work with others. We are selling our wares as thriving business owners and sharing our makes on our blogs for our families and friends to see. Sharing our work is natural and throughout history people have been doing the same. A mother creating outfits for her child, … [Read more...] about Looking to the past for the future of marketing
Why Twitter is the new local store
{open/closed sign by Mary Kate McDevitt} It's Monday - which means shopping day and I need to restock the household essentials. Bread, milk, apples, chicken and red peppers for dinner.... oh, and it's my sister's birthday next week so I'd better pick something up for her too. I head down to my local store - Wendy's working behind the counter today and smiles as I come … [Read more...] about Why Twitter is the new local store
HOW TO THROW YOURSELF A WORD-PARTY (disco ball, tambourines, confetti & all)
Editors note: When I was planning our celebration theme I knew there was one person who I really wanted to guest post this month. Just imagine how over-the-moon yippekiyay excited I was when she said YES! Reading her words always makes me want to celebrate and give thanks for the true awesomeness that she is bringing to the world. I love celebrating people rocking their own … [Read more...] about HOW TO THROW YOURSELF A WORD-PARTY (disco ball, tambourines, confetti & all)
