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A Holi Story from brand selling JUST T-SHIRTS 🎉 I know its little late for this story but boot strapped early stage founder have everything to do themselves only (from forecasting to marketing , operations to customer service ) ,, so bear with me please This Holi, we tried something different , and wow, did it pay off! We decided to launch set of customized family t-shirts . Not just we designed graphic for each family but also incorporated all their inputs in our designing . You might be wondering ,, what's rocket science behind this ???  So the science is customization , execution  and the speed at which we delivered and ensured it reaches the customer before Holi . We were not prepared to handle this volume of orders but I guess the journey teaches you everything  and the most important responsibility of the founder I believe is to grab whatever opportunity comes ,, hold on tight with your team members , fasten your seat belt and get ready to fly (ill keep this for my next post , how I managed sudden 5x orders ) What happened next was beyond our dreams. The response? Incredible. Our Holi orders surpassed the revenue of the last three months combined! Just a week before, I was filled with doubts and contemplating on marketing strategy ? Are we doing enough? But Holi changed everything. We quickly launched our family t-shirts, and they sold out instantly. The best part? The messages and calls  from the customers , the photograph post celebration which they shared with us . One in particular touched my heart, showing how these were more than JUST T-SHIRTS —they were creating lifelong memories for someone out there. On this note , with no self doubts and filled with super energy ,  we're more excited than ever for what's next. Karmikh has big plans, and we can't wait to share them with you. Stay tuned. The journey is just beginning for brand that is selling just t-shirts FOR NOW . 🚀 #JustTShirt #Holi #SuccessStory #FamilyMemories #WhatsNext

Over 1,500 Carpetright jobs lost despite new rescue agreement. Carpetright: Over 1,500 Jobs Lost Despite Rescue Deal with Tapi In a significant blow to the UK retail sector, more than 1,500 jobs at Carpetright are set to be cut, despite a rescue deal with rival flooring firm Tapi that will save 54 stores. This news has skyrocketed to the top of Google’s trending searches today, reflecting widespread public interest and concern. A Shocking Development in Retail Carpetright, a well-known name in the UK for flooring and carpet solutions, is undergoing a major restructuring process. The company has been grappling with financial difficulties for some time, and a rescue deal […] https://lnkd.in/dKtKayP7 https://lnkd.in/dWXUhNUD

#WednesdayWisdom - How do you encourage customers to buy? Here are our four top tips to help you get started. Looking for more tips? Join us for our 'Emotional decision making' webinar with Paul Martin this Friday. Spaces are FREE but limited, so book now to get your spot. You can book here: https://lnkd.in/ec37PyfW. #Sales #Selling #Decisions #PersonalEffectiveness #Customer #Buying

When you're no longer passionate about your business or don't see a future for it, it may be time to consider selling. Don't stay stuck in a situation that's no longer fulfilling or rewarding. Explore your options and make a change. #business #sale #decision #Brokers #BusinessBrokersAtlanta #AtlantaMetro #ATLBusiness #GA

FunkyFurniture Background: FunkyFurniture used to sell fancy furniture but started struggling when fewer people bought their stuff. They needed to find a new way to make money. Issue: Sales were dropping at FunkyFurniture because their old way of selling expensive furniture wasn't working anymore. Approach: I suggest making smaller parts of their furniture and cool accessories to sell. Implementation 1. Mix-and-Match Furniture: We made parts of furniture that customers could put together in different ways, so they could make their own unique pieces. 2. Cool Extras:We started selling fun stuff like pillows, blankets, and cool dishes to go with the furniture. 3. Online Boost:We made our website better and started advertising on social media to get more people interested in our new stuff. Outcome: Making smaller parts and cool extras helped FunkyFurniture sell more. People liked being able to customize their furniture, and they bought more of our fun accessories too. Lesson Learned: Businesses need to change with the times. By making new things that people want and using the internet to reach more customers, FunkyFurniture found a way to keep going strong.

Strolled through a bustling market a few days ago and noticed something that stuck with me. Amidst the sea of vendors, one booth barely caught my eye, thanks to its unassuming cardboard sign scribbled with marker. It was a classic case of a hidden gem lost in the noise, struggling to lure in customers. This got me thinking about the power of presentation and visibility in marketing. Here's the deal: in a world where everyone's vying for attention, blending in is the same as being invisible. Your message might be solid gold, but if it's not wrapped in eye-catching packaging, it's likely to go unnoticed. This is a shoutout to all the brilliant minds out there with something unique to offer – don't let your brilliance be overshadowed by an underwhelming presentation. Investing in a vibrant, memorable sign or branding can make all the difference. It's not just about standing out; it's about being seen and remembered. So, whether you're a market stall owner or a startup founder, remember that first impressions matter. Make yours count! 💡🌟 #MarketingTips #FirstImpressions #StandOut #inovasilah

Lease Landmines for Growing Chains (and How to Solve Them). If you are a retail or restaurant chain looking to grow or keep growing, the lease your landlord sends you is filled with landmines. These are not the provisions tenants are typically focused on like rent and term. But many of these landmines will keep you from taking the steps you need to keep growing your chain. Over the next few weeks, I will run through a few of the deadliest. Let’s start with the use clause.   Use Clause.  Potential Landmine: The use clause in your earliest leases keeps you from getting out of a lease for an unsuccessful site or from evolving your business.   Solution: A prudent growing chain keeps as much flexibility as it can here. This need for flexibility generally falls into 3 categories: 1. Get the right to change your use as your business develops. Don’t agree to operate in the same way you operate on the day you sign 2. Get the right to change the use when you assign or sublease. Whether you have signed a lease you regret, or you hit a home run and want to relocate to a bigger footprint, either way you will want to keep flexibility. 3. Give yourself rights to change the use based on corporate needs, such as acquisitions and transfers to affiliates.    My goal is to help you avoid these landmines, so if you have questions, just reach out to me.  

A few years back, I partnered with a foreign manufacturer to launch a new, exclusive brand. We thought it would be huge. These were premium, larger module houses—more expensive than what I was already selling. It felt like a big step up, and the interest was immediate. We started selling a few units, and things were looking great. But then, I got a visit that changed everything. The manufacturer’s biggest reseller—who had been with them for years—found out about my new brand. They sent a letter to the manufacturer. It said, more or less: “It’s either him or us.” Even though I had just sold some high-ticket homes, the manufacturer made their choice. They chose the reseller with the longer history. I couldn’t compete with that. In one meeting, it was over. I had to take everything down—the website, the brand, the product I’d built. We're talking 20.000+ dollar worth of investment and months of my time. I was devastated. Months of hard work, gone in a moment. But here’s the thing: you can’t always control what happens, but you can control how you respond. Instead of sitting in frustration, I used the experience to strengthen my existing business. I refined my process, tightened my operations, and doubled down on what was already working. Sometimes, what feels like a setback is actually a redirection. I didn’t get the big win I expected, but I became better at what I was already doing. Adaptability is everything in business—when one door closes, you’ve got to make sure you’re ready for the next one.

We are thrilled to share that our Online Bathroom Business - BathLux has reached a significant milestone - just shy of £82,000 in revenue in just under 5 Operational months! 💰 It's been an incredible journey, filled with ups, downs, and invaluable lessons along the way. Following more than a full quarter completely out of action, out of control and no way forward, we made it through! 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: ➡️Started making sales in mid-July last year ➡️Achieved £16.7K revenue in the first month ➡️Achieved £28.2K revenue in January 2024 ➡️Not one unprofitable (operational) month (not even close!) ➡️100% 5 Star Customer Feedback 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬: ➡️Google Advertising Account was Suspended after one month, leaving us completely out of action, this 5 month Suspension turned out to be completely unjustified ➡️Overcame initial skepticism being new in the industry and persevered 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐈 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝: ➡️Stick at it, you never know what big wins are around the corner. ➡️Partner with Suppliers, Add Products, and Optimise Ads for success. ➡️Don't be afraid to outsource; it's much harder alone. ➡️Make data and research driven decisions ➡️Invest (enough) money back in and don't spend it! Finally, thank you to my Business Partner and Future Wife Kimberley Stitt (💍27th August 2024) for being my rock throughout the process, at times I doubted it all and you got me back on track, I look forward to whatever Business Ventures are next for us.

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