I had some crazy notion that when I came back from my trade show in NY things would settle down and I might actually get some rest. With 3 kids, new orders, a new sales rep in the Northeast and lots to follow up on its hilarious that I actually thought that. First, NY was really great. I’m not sure what my expectation was but plenty of people tried to tell me that if I walk out with just a few leads I was doing well. I’m happy to report that the feedback was truly positive and bright. Stores really liked my new line and I got tones of feedback and picked up some new stores. Not only that, but I seemed to get my fair share of press attention. I have to say that my marketing was amazing. All the time and attention to my presentation folders was well worth the effort with the feedback from the press. One reporter was nice enough to tell me she loved everything but not to waste my time and money next time as they only wanted me USB with images. I actually really appreciated that as its expensive and time consuming to put together the media folders. For those following this blog. The media ONLY wants your images. Save your money for the good stuff (like materials for your pieces).
I also learned so much. I talked to anyone who looked in my direction and if they didn’t look in my direction I called them over so they would. I know, a bit obnoxious but I was so excited. I generally think people were very nice as long as you could get them talking a little. I don’t think they knew what to do with my sister and I as we were so friendly and just talked to everyone. One girl looked really frightened and said “I’m just not used to anyone be that friendly”. How sad is that. Everyone needs to lighten up a little. The best part is that I met other new designers that I loved and will definitely stay in contact with. It’s so hard being on an island and we could all use the support and sharing of information. So glad I met them!!!
I’m really looking forward to going back to the JA July show and I have my sites set for JCK (Vegas) for 2011. So much to do before that but it’s a great goal. In the interim, I have plenty to keep me going. I still need to get myself into Town and Country and my new goal of SI for next yr (should be easy, right????) J
Back to NY on Saturday for a seminar and meetings. I don’t want to say who I’m meeting with because it could jinx me, but if it works out it could be BIG! Keep your fingers crossed and I’ll let you know how it goes!!!
I also learned so much. I talked to anyone who looked in my direction and if they didn’t look in my direction I called them over so they would. I know, a bit obnoxious but I was so excited. I generally think people were very nice as long as you could get them talking a little. I don’t think they knew what to do with my sister and I as we were so friendly and just talked to everyone. One girl looked really frightened and said “I’m just not used to anyone be that friendly”. How sad is that. Everyone needs to lighten up a little. The best part is that I met other new designers that I loved and will definitely stay in contact with. It’s so hard being on an island and we could all use the support and sharing of information. So glad I met them!!!
I’m really looking forward to going back to the JA July show and I have my sites set for JCK (Vegas) for 2011. So much to do before that but it’s a great goal. In the interim, I have plenty to keep me going. I still need to get myself into Town and Country and my new goal of SI for next yr (should be easy, right????) J
Back to NY on Saturday for a seminar and meetings. I don’t want to say who I’m meeting with because it could jinx me, but if it works out it could be BIG! Keep your fingers crossed and I’ll let you know how it goes!!!
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