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Which programs and tools are the go-to products that help streamline your operations?

In this episode you are introduced to some of the items in my arsenal.  Some you may already use or know about, and others may be brand new to you.

The goal in sharing these programs with you is to decrease your administrative time and increase your sales.

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How easy it is to teach a gift basket class? Just as with making gift baskets for the first time, there are lots of parts to the teaching puzzle.

The seven tips you'll hear in this episode will get you started.

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Getting the order is one step. Keeping orders coming from customers is an ongoing process, and you can achieve this by following easy-to-do steps that customers appreciate. The appreciation is shown through reorders and referrals.

Sound like a plan? This episode reveals five service techniques so simple to achieve that if you don't have a service plan, you'll now be positively forced to install these steps and reap the rewards.

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Article: https://giftbasketbusiness.com/heres-make-gift-basket-marketing-easy/

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Baskets have become expensive over the years. It's understandable that prices rise. However, when a rise in price meets a smaller supply through wholesalers and high shipping prices from the wholesaler's door to your studio, that situation puts searching for containers at the top of your list.

This episode uncovers three reasons why you might begin creating gifts in more containers than baskets. You'll also hear a list of 11 containers to consider that may cost you less money and time with each design.

Also, tune in to Episode 36, Container Talk - How to Buy What Sells.

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Article: Why Containers May be Better Than Baskets, https://giftbasketbusiness.com/why-containers-may-be-better-than-baskets/

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Scams come in many ways - by phone, email, and theft (not a scam but certainly a threat) at your customer's door.

These situations happen at any time and especially during the holidays. How can you be proactive about scams and use them to not only protect your customers but also promote your business?

This episode provides numerous ways to warn customers, guard your business, and promote your knowledge.

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Article: https://giftbasketbusiness.com/alert-clients-gift-basket-scams/

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Keeping up with the latest news in the gift and gourmet world is easier when you have information delivered to you in print or digital content.

This episode introduces you to the gift and gourmet industry magazines that update you on products, resources, trade shows, and how retailers triumph in their locations.

Magazines

• Gifts & Decorative Accessories: https://giftsanddec.com/
• Gift Shop Plus: https://giftshopmag.com/
• Smart Retailer: https://smart-retailer.com/
• Stationery Trends: https://stationerytrends.com/
• Gourmet News: https://gourmetnews.com/
• Specialty Retailer: https://www.specialtyfood.com/digital-edition/

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From the very beginning of your business, keeping your financials on track builds a terrific habit that saves you time as your profits grow.

If you haven't yet created a financial-tracking habit, that's okay, too. This episode encourages you to create a simple system that you can customize whenever you wish.

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Article: https://giftbasketbusiness.com/how-to-find-the-right-accountant/

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Drop shipping is not new in the gift basket world, but it may be new to you.

What is drop shipping? This episode introduces you to this service so you can decide if it's for you at any time during your business life.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Three reasons why drop shipping is beneficial
• What drop shippers offer that you might not keep in inventory
• The average cost to be a drop shipping member
• Questions to ask before you open a drop shipping account

At the end you'll know if drop shipping fits into your gift basket business.

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Disclaimer: Consult your attorney for legalities regarding trademark protection.

Applying for and receiving trademark protection for your company name and/or logo is an  option for many businesses, but is it an option for you?

This episode provides insights or whether or not trademarking is in your future, but what's shared is just a small piece of the entire puzzle. Visit the USPTO website or similar website in your non-U.S. country for more details.

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U.S. Patent and Trademark Office: https://www.uspto.gov/trademarks/basics/what-trademark

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No one starts a business with a goal to go bankrupt or close their doors. Selling gift baskets with profitability in mind is your vision. However, there are ways you can cheat yourself if you're not careful.

This episode features three methods that are commonly not often calculated as best as possible. It's not your fault, so let's review these three ways and resolve to fix it!

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Article: https://giftbasketbusiness.com/heres-lose-money/

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