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Kelsey B replied to the discussion 'Just starting and wondering about how much sales to expect?'

"Awesome advice! Thanks to everyone for sharing your stories! I'm feeling inspired and encouraged for sure! "

Dec 12, 2011

Katie Friedland replied to the discussion 'Just starting and wondering about how much sales to expect?'

"Well, Kelsey, it looks like you've heard from the best! I've only been in business since last April, but I can honestly say that I have done nicely with local sales and all my work on facebook has begun to pay off with a few online…"

Dec 12, 2011

Alyssa Middleton replied to the discussion 'Just starting and wondering about how much sales to expect?'

"What a fun video, Susan and a great way to capture the growth of Manor Hall Soap Company! Kelsey, you can see what an incredible resource Indie Beauty Network is, and I agree with all the comments others have made here. Welcome to the joy of…"

Dec 12, 2011

Ginger Moore - Neos Creations replied to the discussion 'Just starting and wondering about how much sales to expect?'

"Kelsey...you don't have to do 17 hrs day or 7 days a week. I do it more than not but that is me. I do take the occasion day off and I am getting better at making sure that I'm not overworking for the sake of…"

Dec 11, 2011

angela carillo replied to the discussion 'Just starting and wondering about how much sales to expect?'

"Kelsey I've only started selling about a year ago and I have to agree that this website is amazing. I have a day job and I download DonnaMaria's podcasts to listen to while I work. I only wish I had found this site sooner. The support from…"

Dec 11, 2011

Sara Nesbitt replied to the discussion 'Just starting and wondering about how much sales to expect?'

"I started my soap business while I was in Divinity school and really just kinda "played" at it for a while. I did a twice-weekly market and a few shows, but that was it. I sold mostly by word-of-mouth. After school, I got…"

Dec 10, 2011

Kelsey B replied to the discussion 'Just starting and wondering about how much sales to expect?'

"Thanks so much for all your advice! I certainly have a lot to think about... I have been worried about being unrealistic with sales targets, but I'm getting the idea that it's better to project what you need and then figure out how to get…"

Dec 10, 2011

dM, CEO replied to the discussion 'Just starting and wondering about how much sales to expect?'

"Oh my goodness, I so agree with you, Mary! Now is a super time to start a business! When in the past few generations has your average, everyday person been in a position to even start a profitable business? The ailing job market combined with access…"

Dec 10, 2011

dM, CEO replied to the discussion 'Just starting and wondering about how much sales to expect?'

"Hello Kelsey, Welcome and thanks for your question! I love the advice and tips provided by Susan, Ginger and Mary. They each run very different businesses in different part of the country so you have just enjoyed access to a cross section of advice…"

Dec 10, 2011

Mary Humphrey replied to the discussion 'Just starting and wondering about how much sales to expect?'

"Hello Kelsey! I am not sure you can pin-point "how much sales to expect." My thought is ask yourself how revenue you do want to realize and build your business plans around a sales goal. I'll spill out…"

Dec 10, 2011

Kelsey B replied to the discussion 'Just starting and wondering about how much sales to expect?'

"Thanks for your replies Susan & Ginger! I am determined to make the business work. I'm not sure how I feel about 17 hour work days.... but I guess if you're doing what you love to do it's not actually work anyway! …"

Dec 10, 2011

Ginger Moore - Neos Creations replied to the discussion 'Just starting and wondering about how much sales to expect?'

"Kelsey, I agree with everything Susan has said. I too started out full time because I'm a stay-at-home mom so it was a natural thing for me to go full time with no need to replace income with my venture. However, many do not get…"

Dec 10, 2011

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Just starting and wondering about how much sales to expect?

Hi Everyone!I'm wanting to start a business producing and selling aromatherapy oils (blends, roll-ons and bath oil) and beeswax candles. I'm just in the planning stage and checking out if it would be a viable full-time business (with no employees). Does anyone have any advice on forecasting sales? I have no idea how much I could expect to sell - I want to start with 4 products and 8 different varieties of essential oil blends for each. I'm thinking of focusing on on-line sales, farmers…See More

Dec 9, 2011

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