LAWN DISPLAY COMPANIES UNITE
With 2009 behind us, it is time to start fresh by sharing our ideas, our Accomplishments, Goals and Challenges. * (1/13/10 post) * ( Dated posts relate to the previous subject matter).
We all have thoughts and ideas to share and staying inspired and challenged is part of any business. If you are not in an organization or do not have an Advisory Board *(12/31/09 post) it is imperative that you watch not only the Yard Card and Lawn Display industry and what is current; but you also need to keep a pulse on business in general.
Competition may put fire in your belly, but Collaboration will work far better in business. *(11/14/09 post) Get to know other companies in your area. Let us all collaborate *(11/11/09) by sharing and caring about what others are doing in business and what avenues are being used by the consumer to find those of us in this business, like Directories. *(12/2/09 post) Other Special Occasion companies like Flower Shops, Party Stores & Baby Stores are often willing to refer your business if you can refer them when someone needs their services.
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Your contribution is appreciated!
“When you help someone up a hill, you’re that much nearer the top yourself”
Marty Miller, Yard Card Business Owner, Artist & Writer
http://www.lawnexpressions.com/ www.yardcardirectory.com/
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Sunday, January 24, 2010
LAWN DISPLAYS---SAY IT WITH A SIGN
SPECIAL OCCASION CARDS for YARDS
It is so much fun for someone to get up in the morning, look out their window and see a large sign in their yard or a grouping of flamingos, hearts, smilies, penguins or other yard decor. It is also wonderful for a new mom to come home with her newborn to find a Stork in her Yard with her Baby's name and maybe other display items, such as baby bottles. Some companies add balloons, banners or other baby or celebration items.
There are companies across the United States & Canada who provide this service and deliver and set-up your display either during the late evening or early morning. To find some of these companies quickly--type in something in the Goggle search box like "Yard Cards" and add the State in which you need delivery. There are many Directories which list many States and may include Canada. Think of this Special Occasion Industry along with flowers, candy and balloons. It provides a unique and special option for consumers.
"The course of human history is determined, not by what happens in the skies, but by what takes place in our hearts" Sir Arthur Keith Don't forget Valentines Day!
Thinking about starting a Yard Card Business? Watch for future posts. See previous posts about "business in general".
Marty Miller CO
http://www.yardcarddirectory.com/
It is so much fun for someone to get up in the morning, look out their window and see a large sign in their yard or a grouping of flamingos, hearts, smilies, penguins or other yard decor. It is also wonderful for a new mom to come home with her newborn to find a Stork in her Yard with her Baby's name and maybe other display items, such as baby bottles. Some companies add balloons, banners or other baby or celebration items.
There are companies across the United States & Canada who provide this service and deliver and set-up your display either during the late evening or early morning. To find some of these companies quickly--type in something in the Goggle search box like "Yard Cards" and add the State in which you need delivery. There are many Directories which list many States and may include Canada. Think of this Special Occasion Industry along with flowers, candy and balloons. It provides a unique and special option for consumers.
"The course of human history is determined, not by what happens in the skies, but by what takes place in our hearts" Sir Arthur Keith Don't forget Valentines Day!
Thinking about starting a Yard Card Business? Watch for future posts. See previous posts about "business in general".
Marty Miller CO
http://www.yardcarddirectory.com/
Monday, January 18, 2010
Yard Card and Lawn Display Company Comments
Card in-the Yard said...
After being in the Yard Card business for over 18 years you would think that we have it all figured out. No.
It's a constant challenge, especially with the state of the economy. Staying focused gets difficult sometimes when times are slow and the weather is so bad.
My strength and motivation comes everyday after morning prayer. Dedicating a few moments to being thankful for the blessings that we do have does wonders.
Dawn Coolahan
http://www.cardintheyard.com/
Dawn is a Member of www.yardcarddirectory.com/
After being in the Yard Card business for over 18 years you would think that we have it all figured out. No.
It's a constant challenge, especially with the state of the economy. Staying focused gets difficult sometimes when times are slow and the weather is so bad.
My strength and motivation comes everyday after morning prayer. Dedicating a few moments to being thankful for the blessings that we do have does wonders.
Dawn Coolahan
http://www.cardintheyard.com/
Dawn is a Member of www.yardcarddirectory.com/
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Yard Card Company Canada
The following is a posting by a Birthday Lawn Card Company in Canada who has been on www.yardcarddirectory.com/ for several years and services Alberta, Edmonton and surrounding areas.
In my opinion life is quality when you take time to worship, take time to spend with your family, take time to work and take time to rest. This to me is a fulfilling life. I believe everyone deserves to have a well balanced and quality life. I wish for everyone to have a quality life for 2010 onwards. Gary with Birthday Lawn Cards.
http://lawn-cards.com/
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On this day our thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Haiti after the devastating earthquake.
Countries all over the world are there to assist, but so much is broken--lives, hearts, families, homes and buildings. These kind of events leave us feeling helpless.
Even with this harsh, blustery weather that many of the States have endured this past month or more, we are still very fortunate to be where we are.
"The harshest winter finds an invincible summer in us."
Marty Miller www.lawnexpressions.com/
Colorado
In my opinion life is quality when you take time to worship, take time to spend with your family, take time to work and take time to rest. This to me is a fulfilling life. I believe everyone deserves to have a well balanced and quality life. I wish for everyone to have a quality life for 2010 onwards. Gary with Birthday Lawn Cards.
http://lawn-cards.com/
*****************
On this day our thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Haiti after the devastating earthquake.
Countries all over the world are there to assist, but so much is broken--lives, hearts, families, homes and buildings. These kind of events leave us feeling helpless.
Even with this harsh, blustery weather that many of the States have endured this past month or more, we are still very fortunate to be where we are.
"The harshest winter finds an invincible summer in us."
Marty Miller www.lawnexpressions.com/
Colorado
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
ACCOMPLISHMENTS, CHALLENGES & GOALS IN BUSINESS
The following can help keep you "on task" for 2010 & increase and enhance your business & personal life.
If you are starting an Advisory Board for your business (refer to past post 12/31), each person can prepare this information prior to your Advisory Board Meetings. If you do not have an Advisory Board, this process is helpful to do weekly and/or monthly to see your business progress.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS -- Write down your accomplishments for the previous month. ie-rentals, sales, new brochure, a good business contact, whatever you feel made your month better. Brag some! It can be something that has improved or added to your business or something that has added to your personal life.
CHALLENGES: --write down things that became a challenge for you during your previous month. ie. weather, a difficult customer, something you need help figuring out like a new idea or concept. Maybe ity is problems with children, another business or YOU just not keeping on task. Admit your shortcomings and work on them and share your challenges---others can give you some help & support. You would be amazed at how others will brainstorm for you. That is how www.yardcarddirectory.com was initiated--through advice from my Adivsory Board partners.
GOALS: These should be specific, attainable goals for the upcoming week, month or quarter. It is best if your group can meet once a month. Again if you are doing this "on your own", designate a particular time to do this weekly and/or monthly to help you assess your business strategies.
Sometimes it is good to also work on personal goals; ie. spend 20 minutes each day with each child individually, spend 30 minutes reading, plan a date with your spouse or friend, etc.
If you are in the Yard Card Business, pay attention to others in your industry. What are they doing that make them successful? What can I do to improve my bottom line? Am I a good business owner?
Do I respond to customers and other business owners' phone calls and emails promptly?
"Everyone is important and deserves your attention and respect" (author unknown)
The following website has some very good advice for business and on living life.
http://www.spiritualwealth.com/
Comments on these postings are appreciated!
Marty Miller, Business Owner, Artist, Writer
If you are starting an Advisory Board for your business (refer to past post 12/31), each person can prepare this information prior to your Advisory Board Meetings. If you do not have an Advisory Board, this process is helpful to do weekly and/or monthly to see your business progress.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS -- Write down your accomplishments for the previous month. ie-rentals, sales, new brochure, a good business contact, whatever you feel made your month better. Brag some! It can be something that has improved or added to your business or something that has added to your personal life.
CHALLENGES: --write down things that became a challenge for you during your previous month. ie. weather, a difficult customer, something you need help figuring out like a new idea or concept. Maybe ity is problems with children, another business or YOU just not keeping on task. Admit your shortcomings and work on them and share your challenges---others can give you some help & support. You would be amazed at how others will brainstorm for you. That is how www.yardcarddirectory.com was initiated--through advice from my Adivsory Board partners.
GOALS: These should be specific, attainable goals for the upcoming week, month or quarter. It is best if your group can meet once a month. Again if you are doing this "on your own", designate a particular time to do this weekly and/or monthly to help you assess your business strategies.
Sometimes it is good to also work on personal goals; ie. spend 20 minutes each day with each child individually, spend 30 minutes reading, plan a date with your spouse or friend, etc.
If you are in the Yard Card Business, pay attention to others in your industry. What are they doing that make them successful? What can I do to improve my bottom line? Am I a good business owner?
Do I respond to customers and other business owners' phone calls and emails promptly?
"Everyone is important and deserves your attention and respect" (author unknown)
The following website has some very good advice for business and on living life.
http://www.spiritualwealth.com/
Comments on these postings are appreciated!
Marty Miller, Business Owner, Artist, Writer
Friday, January 1, 2010
YARD CARDS/LAWN GREETING- 2010
CELEBRATION LAWN DISPLAY BUSINESS 2010
Happy 2010 to all of you!
We have done a lot of postings on business, in general, since Oct. 2009.
Today Jan 1st, 2010, I am going to target Yard Card & Lawn Greeting businesses. It is such a Fun way to celebrate all special occasions. Lawn Cards, Yard Signs & Inflatables can be rented for New Babies, Adoptions, Birthdays, Graduations, Valentine's Day, Anniversaries, Trade Shows and just about any event you wish to celebrate.
A Yard Card or Lawn Display is such a good way to annouce your special occasion to your friends & neighbors. It is fun to rent for a friend for his/her special birthday or Stork for a new baby. Many companies have actual character figures, others have sign boards with various critters or smaller items in the yard. This gives the consumer the choice of a unique way to celebrate an occasion. Most companies deliver at night or early in the morning. The recipients get their memorable yard display when they get up in the morning!
Since the inception of www.lawnexpressions.com/ in 1990 we have watched people all over the US and Canada start Lawn Greeting businesses. I enjoy watching other companies grow and love to help & support all companies in this particular industry.
We started www.yardcarddirectory.com/ in 2003 and hope to get many more companies involved in as many on-line Directories as possible. If you are on this Directory you may write posts for this blog, which will help your company's internet visibility. Most consumers find it easier to find a product or service on the internet than to try to find it in a phonebook.
Hurray for FUN! Let us flourish in 2010! Please read some of the postings that might be helpful to you in any business endeavor. Comments are appreciated!
"You don't get any rewards out of this life unless you make an investment"
Best Regards for a Great Year!
Marty Miller--Business Owner, Artist, Writer
Happy 2010 to all of you!
We have done a lot of postings on business, in general, since Oct. 2009.
Today Jan 1st, 2010, I am going to target Yard Card & Lawn Greeting businesses. It is such a Fun way to celebrate all special occasions. Lawn Cards, Yard Signs & Inflatables can be rented for New Babies, Adoptions, Birthdays, Graduations, Valentine's Day, Anniversaries, Trade Shows and just about any event you wish to celebrate.
A Yard Card or Lawn Display is such a good way to annouce your special occasion to your friends & neighbors. It is fun to rent for a friend for his/her special birthday or Stork for a new baby. Many companies have actual character figures, others have sign boards with various critters or smaller items in the yard. This gives the consumer the choice of a unique way to celebrate an occasion. Most companies deliver at night or early in the morning. The recipients get their memorable yard display when they get up in the morning!
Since the inception of www.lawnexpressions.com/ in 1990 we have watched people all over the US and Canada start Lawn Greeting businesses. I enjoy watching other companies grow and love to help & support all companies in this particular industry.
We started www.yardcarddirectory.com/ in 2003 and hope to get many more companies involved in as many on-line Directories as possible. If you are on this Directory you may write posts for this blog, which will help your company's internet visibility. Most consumers find it easier to find a product or service on the internet than to try to find it in a phonebook.
Hurray for FUN! Let us flourish in 2010! Please read some of the postings that might be helpful to you in any business endeavor. Comments are appreciated!
"You don't get any rewards out of this life unless you make an investment"
Best Regards for a Great Year!
Marty Miller--Business Owner, Artist, Writer
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