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  1. One man shop growing pains

    Well, that damn truck with the rocker panels kept me tossing and turning until midnight the other day so, I'm not sure if I've learned to turn it off completely LOL
  2. Meeting with corporate buyers

    You are right, I felt the same way but I wanted to see what others said before I voiced my opinion. The office lady also scolded me for not getting a PO from the last couple orders (nobody ever told me they needed a PO over the last year and around 10 jobs) then she tattled and made a big deal...
  3. Print room wall artwork

    Ha Ha! Just saw this...yes, pickleball is awesome!!! Boys and I are heading to Florida next week to visit my parents. From 8-10 each morning you can find us at the pickleball courts!!! My son goes to college in Ohio and he played on Sunday at the YMCA LOL
  4. One man shop growing pains

    Sorry to hear about your heart attack, glad you are doing so well! My Dad had one at 52 because of stress, he lived. He also worked 6-7 days a week. It scares me so I try to make sure to take time to relax.
  5. Meeting with corporate buyers

    OK, I'm glad you said that, I felt like that was all a bit rude as well. Maybe that's how they operate in France. They make the machines that are used to make paper bags.
  6. One man shop growing pains

    I could and probably should work more but I still have a son home and it's important to me that I spend time with him. I typically get up early and check emails, do a little bookwork, prep or make supper so I'm not messing around after work. We eat breakfast together each day and head out to...
  7. Meeting with corporate buyers

    Update...it went pretty good. They made it very clear that they are going with the lowest bid, but they would like to keep it local lol...I imagine in part to get my best price. They are looking for the following and then I should tell them discounts etc. The CEO comes from the printing business...
  8. One man shop growing pains

    If it makes you feel better, my boyfriend often takes my phone away after 4pm. He once chucked it in the grass. He's told a few guys at taverns or dinner to call Monday because he's trying to get lucky or some stupid funny thing like that. They get the point even though it's a bit...
  9. What is Signs365?

    I used them for 3 years until I got my own printer. I like the website, it's super quick and easy to place orders. I still use them for certain things while I learn to use my printer.
  10. One man shop growing pains

    Don't give up! I would suggest you take a good look at where you are making the most money. I'm going to say it's making signs and doing vehicle installs. IMO You have to cut back on the small stuff. I know exactly where you are coming from. The small stuff bogs you down really fast - and they...
  11. One man shop growing pains

    Gino - That's a good point. Most of my repeat customers never even ask for estimates anymore. Another thing I've done is with people who continue to ask about every little charge and how much for 2x3, 3x4, 3x5, bla bla....I tell them a range and say I can't give them an exact price on every...
  12. Meeting with corporate buyers

    I don't even remember what this post was about anymore...LOL...but I have my photos uploaded on my laptop and my sample book coming today. I put some thought into my lingo and have upgraded my outfit a bit today. My BF works there and the CEO is French. I was told he likes it when people call...
  13. One man shop growing pains

    I had much of the same problem for quite a while. Exhausting. I started raising prices on small jobs and stopped doing a lot of "personal vehicles" or told them the turn around would be a few weeks and then I would do all the little stuff on a Friday or Saturday. Sometimes I turn down small...
  14. Meeting with corporate buyers

    I’m very lean each Sunday I put 5 outfits in a dresser drawer and they all are the same just need to grab a sweatshirt. I very rarely wear shorts it seems dangerous if I’m cutting things. All my sweatshirts have my logo and an American flag on the sleeve just different varieties. Makes getting...
  15. product templates for a new business

    Once you have more jobs I get 8x10 photos and I made a tower out of foam board and it’s 4 sided, I put all the photos on it that way I can move it around and my walls aren’t all junked up with vehicle and sign photos. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  16. product templates for a new business

    I agree with binki...could you maybe use an old window instead or create a wood frame for your glass sheets? It might be a bit safer than just a sheet of glass. However, I think it's a very good idea to have a sample of window perf especially showing the difference between 50/50 and 70/30.
  17. Meeting with corporate buyers

    I do have a nice outfit I wear to certain companies. Most places I go are just small shops but every now and then I need to dress up a little. Mostly I wear jeans and a hoodie to work because it's a little chilly.
  18. Meeting with corporate buyers

    Notarealsign - I'll forward you the pics Texas sent me of him playing pickle ball in his speedo. They complement the pics he sent you of my BF wearing his nieces shorts jacked up his a$s crack playing cornhole.
  19. Meeting with corporate buyers

    Totally a joke I don’t know what it means either. I’m a female lol yes I’ll definitely check my closet tonight! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  20. Meeting with corporate buyers

    Ummmm…yes lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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