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Being a Merchant Member, this is my special offer. Scissor sharpening service. I have lots of experience sharpening scissors. It just so happens that I really enjoy doing sharpening work. Now, for the first time, I am offering a scissors sharpening service here on Signs101. Introductory...

The SEALIT Edge Sealing Pen might be worth a try. Or, the 3M Edge Sealing Tape 8914 It may be too late.

A little caution. Ask your client what brand of dry erase marker they plan to use. Get a set yourself and test them on the material you might be using. To do that, you will somehow need to get a sample of the laminate. Why is this an issue? Different brands of dry erase markers work differently...

ikarasu I am not a chemical scientist. The RapidTac sales rep explained it to me. There are various acids in soaps. Just let a little get in your eyes and you know what I am talking about. So let me suggest a simple test for baby shampoo. Take a small scrap of vinyl. Take off the backing...

As we have seen in the variety of comments, there are different ways to express the art of listening. The scope of listening is all in the mind of the thinker. In this post, I want to emphasize the concept of making more money. That concept is so easy to misunderstand. It starts by being a...

SignosaurusRex Thank you for correcting my post.

A little caution. All of the soaps mentioned have a chemical that attacks the adhesive on your vinyl. Some more, some less. As SignosaurusRex mentioned, purified water, without anything added, is the safest way to go. [Addendum to the above. Please see SignosaurusRex following post #9 on...

Here is a tip for those who just might be interested. Consider reading this short book. “Are you listening or just waiting to speak? The secret to propelling your business relationships.” by Jane Adshead-Grant Only 75 pages and it will get you started in the right direction.

In general, most people underestimate the importance of skilled listening. In our sign making industry, poor listening can be costly. Let me ask you to think back to the last time you had to cover some unexpected costs on a sign project. If you are willing to discuss it with me, chances are...

Geneva Olson What is the brand?

We are in an industry that often requires cooperation between two or more people. The fancy term is, “clusters of collaborative relationships.” It is in these clusters that great listening skills can produce unexpected and creative results. I like to call them surprises.

Quality listening enhances sign business relationships. One of the reasons I have so enjoyed being in the sign making industry is the bond that so often is formed with clients. The quality of those client relationships affects client retention. There are many Signs101 members who have "clients...

Use "Classified Ads." Follow the appropriate steps. Or, as Gino said, do what you just did on the open forum.

Being that I am a merchant member, the owner of this forum allows me to promote my special offer once a week. As I see it, every member of Signs101 uses business conversational skills. My favorite is the art of listening. What’s more, powerful listening skills are the foundation for all other...

Pinfinity Depending on the timeframe for this project, maybe put a very small graphic on the spot. Monitor it frequently and carefully observe the condition.

From my perspective, FireSprint.com reply makes a lot of sense. I especially like the idea of "Choose your customer first." And, the kinds of questions you ask is so important. And then, the listening to the answers is even more important.

Pinfinity Dennis, incidentally, like your beard. Based on your "get at least a year..." some bright yellow caution lights are coming on. The material you have described might last "up to" six months. The "...up to..." shouts out to be cautious. There is an over laminate, but its durability is...

Pinfinity One important detail to consider. How long do you want the floor graphics to last? For example: An epoxy coating could last several years, depending on the impact rate. There are other considerations, but that might be a start.

As technology has taken a central role in our lives, opportunities for face to face connections are diminishing. On top of that, attention spans have contracted. Is the need for conversational skills disappearing? Or, is the need still there? Consider this: If we learn anything from COVID-19...