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Feeling more confident about Social Media
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All of you at Indie have been wonderful in answering questions about business. My background is in Mental Health and School Counseling. As a result, I have a way with people; however, was…Continue
Tags: Blogs, Social, Media, Link, Beauty
Started this discussion. Last reply by Debbie Alcazar Aug 14, 2011.
Bamboo Jade Bath & Body
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Hi, I've been an Indie for over a year now. I am a School Counselor and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor living in Japan. We launched Bamboo…Continue
Tags: Announce, Yourself, Goals, Education, Business
Started this discussion. Last reply by Debbie Alcazar Jun 12, 2011.
Easy to put up Canopy-custom order
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Hi,I've been asked to do several events outdoors. I typically rent my canopy which usually has walls that don't match the color of the actual canopy and does not match my color schemes.Has anyone…Continue
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Adrianne watts Jun 9, 2011.
Need direction for business in Malaysia interested in becoming the sole distributor of my products in Malaysia
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Hi everyone!!I am hoping for some suggestions. I do plan on speaking with someone to seek some legal advice and wanted to know what I should look for.Yesterday, while marketing in Tokyo, Japan, a…Continue
Tags: Marketing, Legal, Sales, International, distributor
Started this discussion. Last reply by Natalja Millsap Dec 8, 2010.
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Debbie Alcazar commented on the group 'Indies On Twitter'"Tweet with me @bamboojadebb
I'm just now getting the hang of things :)
Debbie"
Debbie Alcazar replied to the discussion 'Lookin for portable displays'"Hi Tieast,
I'm not sure if this is the answer you're looking for. However, I buy some counter displays from Displays 2 Go. I've also gotten real creative by using really nice material to decorate my tables. Under…"
Debbie Alcazar replied to the discussion 'Feeling more confident about Social Media'"Thank you Susan, Ginger, and Mary.
Ginger, I am now "liking" and "following" you :). Mary, send me your twitter and facebook links. I really appreciate it ladies.
Susan,
I see all your helpful comments and support. How do you…"
Mary Humphrey replied to the discussion 'Feeling more confident about Social Media'"Hi Debbie -
Such a wonderful pouring out of your thoughts there!
You know, my opinion of social media is this: be yourself. You are who you are, and you will be very much treasured for being genuine and open, trusted,…"
Ginger Moore - Neos Creations replied to the discussion 'Feeling more confident about Social Media'"Hi Debbie! I understand totally. It's hard to step into the word of high tech and social media. I did so out of necessity and now I have fun with it. I've learned that it's a great way to connect and you can be…"
Debbie Alcazar posted a discussionFeeling more confident about Social Media
All of you at Indie have been wonderful in answering questions about business. My background is in Mental Health and School Counseling. As a result, I have a way with people; however, was intimidated by actually posting something on the internet regarding my business initiatives as well as my blog writing skills (I'm always questioning my grammar, spelling, using of terminology, etc).Since I work with Middle School Students, I totally recognized it was a confidence issue, lack of knowledge on…See More
Debbie Alcazar commented on the blog post 'Back... But A Little Scared'"Welcome back Shermaine!!
Don't look at the past as a "failure". You said it yourself, you learned from the past!! It was a learning experience and now you have the tools to move forward. Do you know how many times I…"
Debbie Alcazar replied to the discussion 'New Site Updates Coming Soon!'"OMG..How AWESOME!! I can't wait to try some of these features. I
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Aromahead Institute School of Essential Oil Studies
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From Japan: There is a possibility we may have to evacuate Japan
I live on a Military Base in Japan. My business, Bamboo Jade Bath & Body, which is under Bamboo Jade Candles, LLC was created here. I'm not sure if it's the media coverage or the need for us to take care of paperwork in case we evacuate. However, all my products and supplies are in my house: wax, carrier oils, essential oils, fragrance oils, packaging, labels, salts, powders, etc will be left behind in case we have to evacuate. I will be unable to take it with me. My business has…
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- At 9:01pm on March 20, 2011,
Sharon C Bishop said… - prayer is with you! Hoping all your family is safe and alright. take care. I have relatives in Japan. On my mother's side of the family. they are in Fukushima and fathers is in Nigata Sendai. Don't know them much.But they are my people.
- At 8:19am on March 17, 2011, Eleanor Watson said…
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this time!! We are praying!!
Eleanor Watson
- At 7:47am on March 17, 2011,
dM, CEO said… Debbie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you deal with the situation in Japan. As your fellow family leaders and small business owners, please know that we are here to support you in whatever ways we can. Please let us know how we can help -- as a group, there may be something we can do.
Even if it's to call relatives for you, or whatever, please let us know.
Sending our INDIE love,
dM
- At 9:43pm on February 4, 2010, dM, CEO said…
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