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tjbowden
Farmgirl in Training
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Trudi
Oxford
NC
USA
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 Posted - May 31 2010 : 06:25:52 AM
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Hello all you smart and lovely ladies out there!!
I was hoping to get some information and inspiration from those of you who have gone before me into owning your own business...
I have found a line of enamelware of exceptional quality and a timeless/classic, simple beauty that I just love. It is made solely in a small factory in Poland. They currently do not have a retail market here in the US.
Having no business experience whatsoever, I was reluctant to even daydream about diving into the unknown, however, my word for the year is Fearless, so I decided it wouldn't hurt to ask. Something about this opportunity just resonates with me and I couldn't let the idea go...
In typical gutsy farmgirl fashion, I sent a letter to the export director asking for information on how to begin exporting their product into the US for wholesale or retail sales...
Well, holy cow patties, they actually responded  and now I am unsure what to do. I am looking for resources to help me explore this potential business venture further.
I realize if this thing actually takes off, I will need working capital and alot of farmgirl gusto to get this thing off the ground. I keep asking myself, how would Mary Jane tackle this?
Any advice or resources you could point me to would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks so much, ladies. I eagerly await your replies!!!
Hugs and love,
Farmgirl sister #931
Trudi
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coloquilter
True Blue Farmgirl
214 Posts
Susan
Co
USA
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Posted - May 31 2010 : 5:46:02 PM
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Hi Trudi, I would go to www.score.org. SCORE is a small business mentoring service.It's advisors are retired business professionals and are experts in small business start ups They can help you develop your business plan and everything you need to get financing.They don't provide financing but they will give you all the knowledge you need to be successful. Best of all their services are free !
Good Luck I LOVE enamelware |
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Mama Jewel
True Blue Farmgirl
435 Posts
Jewel
Sweet Peas Farmette,
Bend, OR
USA
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Posted - May 31 2010 : 7:55:38 PM
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Hi Trudi! Another source with lots of free, helpful info is the SBA (Small Business Association): http://www.sba.gov/ Best wishes on your new venture!!
barefoot in my organic garden eating fresh veggies with my kids, living simply & naturally
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monicarose
True Blue Farmgirl
406 Posts
Monica
Florida
USA
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Posted - Jun 07 2010 : 05:42:25 AM
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I would check online for , check local gov't and state agencies in your area for direct marketing rules, and learn about importing if they don't already have that covered.
What a great idea! I love your entreprenurial spirit! and the Enamelware sounds great! Can't wait to get some!!!
You go girl!
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tjbowden
Farmgirl in Training
14 Posts
Trudi
Oxford
NC
USA
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Posted - Jun 30 2010 : 07:59:59 AM
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Sorry for the late reply...been one of those months :-)
Thank you so much for all the info and words of encoragement!!
I have tons of reading & work ahead of me, but I look forward to the journey!
Thx again!!!
Trudi
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