Showing posts with label Lawn Displays. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Lawn Displays. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 12, 2014

VALENTINE'S DAY!

VALENTINE'S DAY
 "To love and be loved is to feel the sun on both sides"

VALENTINES DAY kind of breaks up the slower winter months.  It is a special time that is fun, colorful and full of suprises.  Some choose Valentines Day for a Wedding--Vegas seems to be a popular, fun and fairly easy wedding destination.  Romance is in the air!

Unique and Memorable Gifts or Suprises are always appreciated.  This year do something that will make the entire neighborhood aware of the Surprise!  Rent a Yard Card or Lawn Display and display your feelings with Yard Display.  Imagine the Smiles!
 
KID's Valentine FUN!
 

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!

Marty Miller; Entrepreneur, Business Owner, Writer and Blogger


www.homeandhealthtips.com/     www.theyardcarddirectory.com/

 

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

YOUR FALL BUSINESS

"Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine." ~Anthony J. D'Angelo, The College Blue Book

With Fall upon us and cooler weather starting in many states, it is sometimes difficult to keep up the good attitude.  Depending on what your business is, you may need some adjustments. If you are in business with selling items or in retail, the upcoming Fall and Winter Holidays may be YOUR time of YEAR for revenue. You must take on a cheerful, high energy persona. 

For those "outdoor" type businesses that rely on good weather, such as the Lawn Display business, it can be much more difficult.  If you are delivering a Yard Card during a blizzard or rain storm, late at night or early morning, it can be a daunting experience.  However if you remember the joy that you will be bringing to the recipient the following morning, you will realize that the effort is worth the challenges. If you are in the Lawn Display business.

Attitude is most important. It is more important than circumstances. Each day we have a choice regarding our attitude for the day or the day's work. We cannot change the inevitable, but we can change our attitude towards it.  It is a small percentage as to what happens to us in relation to how we view, handle, or react to what is happening. Put a smile on your face, meet the day with gratitude and caring and you will be happier doing your job.

This is one of the Best Websites for learning about business, blogging, website creation, advertising and promoting.  Lisa also does great videos for small and large companies. 
 
"Failure is not falling down, but refusing to get up." chinese proverb
 
Have a pleasant, profitable Fall business!  

"Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine." ~Anthony J. D'Angelo, The College Blue Book
 
 COMMENTS WELCOME!
 
Marty Miller:  www.homeandhealthtips.com   www.theyardcarddirectory.com/
Artist, Entrepreneur, Business Consultant and writer.

Monday, April 15, 2013

BUILDING A GOOD WEBSITE

BUILDING A GOOD WEBSITE OR BLOG

"The more places you are seen, the better you are recognized." (author unknown)

When you start a website you must first make sure that you have a passion, product or service that will be interesting to people. Research the other websites in your area of interest. If you are unsure of what you might want to start as a website, try Blogging until you decide what you are truly passionate about.

IDEAS for WEBSITES
* Choose a Domain name that is relevant to your business.  There are many places to register Domain Names ex.: GoDaddy.  If you want to check to see if your "chosen name" is available go to www.whois.com   Choose a DOT.com if possible, although there are many new choices the .coms are the most common.
* Make your Home Page as attractive as possible. It is your BOOK COVER!  It must fit the business that you are in.  If you are in Lawn Displays your page should be colorful, happy looking and have good attractive content.
     * YOUR STATE NAME should be on your Home Page. Many folks search by State for local services of friends or family may be searching for a compnay in another State. 
     * Have pertinent information about your business on your HOME PAGE. 
     * Potential customers will generally not spend the time to search for information not postedon your home page. 
      * As a general rule you have about 5 seconds to grab attention.
Once you have your Home Page set the way that you would like it, you may add additional pages with a Menu Bar placed on your home page for the customer to click.
     * Yard Card Businesses Join Directories, they generally come up high in searches. Usually one or Two rentals will pay for your Join Fee.
     
In preparation for starting your website or Blog an excellent website to view is 2CreateaWebsite.  Lisa is very knowledgeable in many areas of websites, blogging, U-tube and so much more.  She is extremely easy to follow and gives great advice.

REMEMBER that most people search for what they are looking for on the Internet.  It takes awhile to get noticed with so many websites out there.
 
  "There are exactly as many special occasions in life as we choose to celebrate".  ~Robert Brault

Marty Miller;  Entrepreneur, Business Owner, Writer Artist
www.yardcarddirectory.com   www.homeandhealthtips.com

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

VALENTINES DAY 2013

                          "To love and be loved is to feel the sun on both sides"

VALENTINES DAY kind of breaks up the slower winter months.  It is a special time that is fun, colorful and full of suprises.  Some choose Valentines Day for a Wedding--Vegas seems to be a popular and fun & fairly easy wedding destination.  A time to Tie the Knot.  Romance is in the air!

Unique and Memorable Gifts or Surprises are always appreciated.  This year do something that will make the entire neighborhood aware of the Surprise!  Rent a Yard Card or Lawn Display and display your feelings with Yard Display.  Imagine the Smiles!

Children love to make HandMade Crafts and Recipes for Valentines Day.

YARD CARD COMPANIES--SALE to JOIN the # 1 DIRECTORY to help people find your Lawn Display BIZ!

By Marty Miller:  Entrepreneur, Business Owner, Business Advisor, Blogger
 www.homeandhealthtips.com   www.yardcarddirectory.com

Sunday, August 12, 2012

BUSINESS ETIQUETTE


BUSINESS  ETIQUETTE 

      "Although no one can go back in time and make a brand-new start,
        anyone can start from now and make a brand-new ending,
Strive for Progress, not Perfection."  Unknown 

SOME BUSINESS ETIQUETTE TIPS:

1.  Returning Emails, Phone CallsNot getting a prompt response to a phone call or email is probably the # 1 complaint among customers; when it comes to Customer Service. I have experienced this "lack of response", even with Companies within the Yard Card industry. I send emails requesting an answer and do not hear back. Sometimes there may be a valid reason, but without that information you waste your time trying to contact the person or company. I consider it my biggest "Pet Peeve" in business.

 Communication is one of the most important parts of any business and the old saying applies here. "Do unto others as you would want them to do unto you". PLEASE RESPOND to customers and other companies in a timely manner.


  2.  New technology is not always better!
Text messages or Emails can be easily misunderstood and impersonal for some topics or issues.  Since so much is done via email or mobile devices, we sometimes do not realize the value and importance of a personal phone call or personal handwritten note!

3.  DO NOT ask for Special Deals from Friends or other Businesses!
When you start a business, you may need to do some specials or extras to help your business become recognized,  but once you start doing that you may begin a trend and become a loan closet or discount store, rather than a business.  You are in Business to make money and be respected as a good business person. Your Friends and others' in business should understand that you are running a business and not expect special prices or favors.

*When I had repeat customers in my Lawn Display business, I would often tell them I would add extra balloons or Lawn Critters to their celebration display. They were delighted as it was not "expected" by my loyal customers.

I have found the best way to overcome this is to decide how many donations or "specials" that you will do in a year and stick with that. If you feel in your heart that you really want to do something extra special for someone that is up to you, but be careful or you will start to feel as though you are failing at becoming a business and are being taken advantage of.  It is fun do do doantions or special things for your repeat customers.

Another good source for Business Etiquette comes from "Manners International" 

Emily Post also has many books on Manners.   

"Ambition is the path to success. Persistence is the vehicle you arrive in." William Eardley

 Marty Miller: Entrepreneur, Business Owner, Business Consultant, Writer, Artist

www.yardcarddirectory.com     www.healthandhometips.com   

Saturday, June 23, 2012

NETWORKING YOUR SUMMER BUSINESS

It is imperative as a Business Owner that you belong to various Networking Groups.  You cannot just pop into a meeting now and then, but you must JOIN the group and get involved with learning about other Business Owners while marketing Your product or service.  If there are no Business Groups in your area, Start one with a few other business owners that are not in your business!  It is amazing what you can learn from others in business.


NETWORKING:
Since Networking is so important to ANY business, here are a few tips when going to a business meeting, luncheon or just an informal gathering.

Prepared by Marty Miller, past President of 2 large business organizations in the Denver Metro area, who has delivered presentations on this subject.

1. Arrive early--that gives you a chance to move around and talk with several people.
2. ALWAYS ask about the other person and repeat their name back to them such as "Susan, what you do sounds so interesting" It helps you remember the person's name by repeating it & gives a compliment.
3. If there are name tags--wear it on the right, so it seen when shaking hands.
4. Concentrate on one person at a time and wrap up conversation graciously, so you may move on to another.
5. Work on a "tag line" or "memory hook" which tells about your business in the fewest words, but has an impressive impact.
6. Drop a note or postcard to those you have met or make a quick phone call saying how nice it was to meet them.
7. Be consistent about attendance at the organizations you have chosen. Usually people must become well acquainted with you before they are interested in your product or service.
8. Always send Thank You postcards to customers and also to anyone who has given you a referral. Referrals can be thanked by email although receiving actual mail is nice.

In the Yard Card/Lawn Display Business you have less interaction with customers, since most contact is done by phone. However a follow-up phone call, Thank You postcard or spending a few minutes with the customer on the phone is good customer service. This could make the difference in this customer using you for future special occasions.

"Wringing your hands only stops you from rolling up your sleeves". James Rollins

Marty Miller; www.yardcarddirectory.com     www.homeandhealthtips.com


Monday, August 1, 2011

Selling Your Business

"You can’t be a success in any business without believing it is the greatest business in the world. You have to put your heart in the business and the business in your heart." Thomas Watson, Sr

SELLING YOUR BUSINESS

When it comes time to sell your business, it is hard in so many ways. Some of the things that need to be done to sell your business are:

  •  Come up with a marketable, fair price
  •  Decide if you want to sell your name and your website
  •  Decide how and where to advertise
  •  Come up with a training or consulting plan
  •  Find a buyer you feel can represent your Company
  •  Find something you enjoy doing to fill the temporary void following the sale

It can be done. I just sold my “Lawn Expressions” business of 21 years. This business was something I loved and a social expression that made people happy-- putting up celebration signs as a Lawn Display for special occasions. Each time I created and painted a new yard card, it was such a joy to rent these to my customers. It was time for me to sell and retire from this business, even though selling the business that I started and enjoyed for so many years is difficult. Luckily I found the perfect family to continue making Lawn Expressions a very unique and special business.

The new Owners AMY & DEREK were recent customers of mine and loved the idea of this type of business. Both of them and their young family will continue to make others happy with this business in the Denver area.

The new Lawn Expressions contact information is Phone # is 720-556-1250
Email: amy@lawnexpressions.com
Website: www.lawnexpressions.com/
I will continue writing this Business Blog and hope that others in this business or ANY business will benefit from the different Blog about Business!
"There are exactly as many special occasions in life as we choose to celebrate." ~Robert Brault

Sincerely,
Marty Miller; Entrepreneur, Business Consultant, Artist & Blogger
www.homeandhealthtips.com/

Saturday, July 9, 2011

ADVERTISING & MARKETING your Business

ADVERTISING and MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS

"You can’t be a success in any business without believing it is the greatest business in the world. You have to put your heart in the business and the business in your heart." Thomas Watson, Sr

Summer is a GREAT time to market your business. Advertising and Marketing are two different ways of promoting your business, along with Networking.

Advertising is things like is usually done in: Newspapers, magazines, television, radio, telephone book or promotionals. Donating a Sign or Display for a large event can be both advertising and marketing, particularly if you are present at the event "marketing" your product or services.

Marketing is usually where YOU are physically present like: LEADS Groups, Chamber of Commerce groups, Local Business Clubs, School or Church clubs, Business forums and Advisory Boards. (small group of business people who share Accomplishmetnsanother subject we will address later). The advantage to MARKETING is that you are socializing and selling yourself along with your product/service. People who Market their product or service will do much better in business. People like to do business with someone they know. You will also get support from others who run small businesses if you are in a business group environment.

The INTERNET is now the BEST way of both advertising and marketing, even though you are not physically present. People want the convenience of getting things instantly, so more consumers use the Internet, rather than phone books or print media. However there is still a segment of society that do not use the Internet and rely on Print media.

The best advise is to try different ways of advertising and marketing and find which works best for you and your particular business.

Marty Miller, Business Owner, Entrepreneur     http://www.lawnexpressions.com/     www.yardcarddirectory.com/
www.homeandhealthtips.com/

"You are never fully dressed until you wear a smile!"

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

SUMMER STRESS or SUCCESS?

SUMMER BUSINESS SUCCESS or STRESS?

“ If you find it in your heart to care for somebody else, you will have succeeded”
Mayo Angelo on Success
How you THINK can make the difference between being Successful or just Stressed.

Be positive. Think Success, not failure. Do not stay in a negative place either mentally or physically. Let your customers and people around you know what your business or product will do to enhance their life, rather than telling them “about” your business. Customers ultimately care about what your business will “do for them”. See Features and Benefits 
If you think you can do things to help your business grow, get on it. “Habit is like a soft bed, easy to get into, but hard to get out of”. (anonymous)  Refresh your thinking—set new goals—not huge ones, just little goals. When you reach the little goals, start making bigger goals. Write down your goals each day, maybe even just one. Writing it down really does help—when you succeed in that goal "celebrate" and cross it off of your list.
“Ideas won’t keep; something must be done about them”
Alfred North Whitehead (mathematician, philosopher)

YARD CARD and LAWN DISPLAY BUSINESS

For those of us in the Yard Card and Lawn Display business, summer is a good time for us as the weather is nice, people are happy, the sun is out (usually) and our business brings smiles.

Even if your business has taken a hit in this economy, as most have, don’t stop now, keep doing the things that work well. One of those is being present on the Internet. As has been stressed numerous times, you need your State and important information on your Home Page of your website. If you have not done this—do it now. Then join as many Directories as you can. Put in a few relevant search terms and see which companies and Directories come up on top. Join them—you must spend a little money to make money.
“Don’t pray when it rains if you don’t pray when the sun shines”. Satchel Paige

 Marty Miller   http://www.yardcarddirectory.com/  http://www.lawnexpressions.com/  http://www.homeandhealthtips.com/

Monday, October 25, 2010

BUSINESS ATTITUDE IN THE FALL MONTHS

With Fall here and cooler weather starting in many states, it is sometimes difficult to keep up the good attitude. In the Yard Card & Lawn Display business, in many areas of the country, rain and snowstorms are in the near future.  It may not seem as fun putting up a Yard Display either early in the morning or late at night, both with more cold and physical discomfort than the rest of the day. It is important to keep in mind how happy the recipient of your display will be when they see your work!  A new mother coming home from the hospital with her baby sees the STORK in the yard and it brings her a smile.  A person who has a birthday comes out to get their newspaper and sees a "Happy Birthday Sign" knows someone cares!

Attitude is most important.  It is more important than circumstances. Each day we have a choice regarding our attitude for the day or the day's work.  We cannot change the inevitable, but we can change our attitude towards it.  It is a small percentage as to what happens to us in relation to how we view, handle or react to what is happening. Put a smile on your face, meet the day with gratitude and caring and you will be happier doing your job.

If you have ideas regarding the Yard Card Business during the colder months, please share them below in the "comments" section. 

FIND a Yard Card or Lawn Display company near you.  www.yardcarddirectory.com/

"Cheerfulness is the atmosphere under which all things thrive" Jean Paul Richter
"Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine." ~Anthony J. D'Angelo, The College Blue Book


Enjoy the beauty of the Fall!

Marty Miller   http://www.yardcarddirectory.com/     www.lawnexpressions.com/

Monday, June 7, 2010

WEBSITE SPRUCE UP

1. How often do you look at your website?
2. How often do you make changes?
3. Do you check to see what position your website is on the search engines?
4. Do you ask customers how they found you?

These are all very important for your business.  You MUST stay on top of these things and not let your information become outdated.  Your service and pricing should be easy to find.  No one likes to call to find out prices.

Websites should also have your Contact Information displayed on the HOME page or a link to your information. Consumers do not like to have to spend time finding where this information is located.

In the Yard Card & Lawn Display business, your State should be listed on the Home Page.  If someone is looking for a display in a certain State and you only have counties listed on your Home Page, the customer will probably move on to another website. Also if the comsumer types in "Yard Cards, CO" and your State is not listed, your website will not be seen---business lost.

If you are purchasing a product or service on the web be sure that there is an "https" the "s" meaning secure.  The site may also have a "lock' displayed on the website, but still must have the "https".

Spruce up  your website today! This is your main instrument for good advertising.

"You don't get any rewards out of this life unless you make an investment"

Sincerely,

Marty Miller, http://www.lawnexpressions.com/  http://www.yardcarddirectory.com/

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Start a Yard Card Business

Spring is a popular time for Yard Cards & Lawn Displays, particularily in the States that have had snow, cold and storms during the winter months.  People want to do fun, happy things & spring brings out the best in attitudes.  I have found that Mother's Day and Graduation are great times for renting signs and displays.  Even with the tight economy, people want to celebrate.

If you wish to Start a Lawn Display Business, start looking into some of the various ones that are for Sale.  There are companies that provide Kits to make your own signs, ones that are pre-made for you or ones you can design yourself. Make sure you have a Manual to help you get started.  Research different types of displays and businesses before making a decision.
Websites I would recommend are www.entrepreneur.com/bizopportunities/categories/svcyard.html or www.yardcards-business.com/

"When Spring is dancing among the hills, one should not stay in a little dark corner" Kahlil Gibran

Marty Miller, http://www.yardcarddirectory.com/     www.lawnexpressions.com/

Saturday, February 13, 2010

CREATING A NEW WEBSITE

While perusing the internet a few days ago, I came across a website with U-Tube videos and easy to follow instructions on many topics.  Lisa has topics such as; Website Creation Steps, Registering Domains, Adding AdSense, Blogging and several tutorials and U-tube video instructionshttp://www.2createawebsite.com/ is the website and the many topics are listed on the left.  Her videos are fun, informative and very useful for newbies building websites, along with the more experienced webmaster.

Let me know what you think about this recommended website.  I am trying very hard to find things that would be interesting to anyone in business, starting a business or in the targeted Yard Cards and Lawn Display business.

"Hard Work is the Yeast that Raises the Dough."

Sincerely,

Marty Miller, Entrepreneur, Artist, Writer   http://www.yardcarddirectory.com/  http://www.lawnexpressions.com/

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

LAWN DISPLAY COMPANIES UNITE

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.

Please Join-in with comments and become a follower of this Blog. You may contribute by emailing us.
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/

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/

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/

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

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

DIRECTORIES (Lawn Displays) for Interent Visibility

There are many new Celebration Yard Card/Display Directories on the Internet; some for specific companies & their products, and others more general. This gives you many choices as to where to place your listings. It is advisable to list on as many Directories as possible as that is often where the consumer will look to save time.

What Directories should you be on?
You can judge the criteria of each Directory by: What does it offer me? Is it a site easily found by search engine placement? Is it feasible in my advertising budget? How many rentals/sales do I need to pay for the listing? If it is less than 4 rentals/sales, than I would say it is a good deal. If you have no way to monitor which sites are bringing you business--ASK YOUR CUSTOMER. I send callers to a Directory almost every day, even if it is not my Directory www.yardcarddriectory.com/   People do searches using different search terms and I like to refer them to a Directory website that will be useful for them. The bottom line is visibility for your Business and accessibility for potential customers.  Also, being on a popular Directory will give your personal website higher rankings in the serach engines.  Put a link on your website to the Directory.

Marty Miller  http://www.lawnexpressions.com/

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

History of Yard Cards & Lawn Displays

History of Yard Cards & Lawn Displays

When I started business in 1990 there were just about 3 companies that could be found on the internet for this specialized, social expression industry. The first company that I was aware of was in the mid 1980's and it was a company that was started by 2 MI teachers with signs about 3-4 ft. tall. I found it in a feature article in a small newspaper. I thought "Wow, what a great idea." Then I started seeing a few Stork Sign Rental companies.


Since I had always had an interest in Parties & celebrating people's special events this seemed like something really fun, thus I started working on a business plan. (something we can discuss in future blogs).


I started renting with 5 signs in late 1990 and choose Valentine's Day, 1991 as my roll-out date. I knew I would remember that date and made sure I had some free publicity near Valentine's Day, 1991.


Now in 2009, there are many companies offering diversified options; including large 4-7 ft. signs, banners, A-Frames with messages, yards full of smaller flamingos, buzzards, cows and so many other items referred to as “Props”. This trend has caught on all across the United States and in Canada & the industry is growing.

Most of the companies offer their Rental Signs or Displays in certain areas as they are delivered either late in the evening or early morning for the “wake-up” surprise for the recipient. This type of social expression gives the consumer options to the more traditional flowers, balloons and candy.

The growing number of companies is a testimonial to the popularity of this type of celebration or special event recognition.

My hope, in future blogs, is to provide helpful information to those either in the business or those thinking of starting in this business. I would enjoy this being “interactive” with posts from other companies with ideas, helpful hints, ideas and links that would be helpful.

We will be touching on many other subjects in future blogs.


STAY TUNED!

"Your dreams come true when you act to turn them into realities"

(author unknown)


Marty Miller www.lawnexpressions.com/ www.yardcarddirectory.com/