Looking for birthday presents?

Are you looking for a present that is a little bit different to the normal type of gift you usually end up purchasing? If the answer is yes then you should check out Unusual Gift Company.
They are an online marketplace supplying a wide range of handpicked Unusual Gifts by a broad range of independent sellers. Notable for their character, unusual design, materials, origin and social impact, the products are full of character and often have an exciting story worth sharing. Almost all of Unusual Gift Company’s products are eco-friendly and / or recycled and up-cycled.
Where gifts are British, they highlight the product with a British flag so that you can actively choose to support British designs and manufacturers.
In addition to sourcing Unusual Gifts that are British, Unusual Gift Company will also work with a number of overseas sellers, particularly ones promoting ethical sourcing and fair trade. Unusual Gift Company also support their sellers, investing in both their development and their growth. At present they spend 10% of their annual profits making a positive impact in the areas in which they operate.
Check out the range of Unusual Gifts here. Their products are categorised by Occasion, Interest and Recipient making it easy for you to view a vast number of suitable gifts.
Types of delivery services available and estimated delivery times can be found on each product page. Exact cost and method will be calculated once you reach the checkout. Unusual Gift Company are able to deliver to most EU delivery destinations; though sadly they do not deliver internationally at the moment. It’s worth bearing in mind that additional import duties and taxes may be added to your order depending on your delivery destination. You should know that multiple products and products from multiple sellers may also incur more than one delivery charge; however, you will receive a free delivery on some items and most others will be delivered in the UK for under £4.95.
Payment and purchases are all secure and can be made on-line using a variety of Debit and Credit Cards. Alternatively should you prefer payment can be made via PayPal.
If you experience a problem with your order, Unusual Gift Company are usually quite good at resolving your any issues and you can contact them directly thought the contact page on the website.

Crowd Funding 102- Setting up your crowd funding Campaign

Presents

Dr. Letitia Wright

Crowd Funding 102: Setting-up Your Crowd Funding Campaign

Do you want to crowd fund your project or business but STILL have these questions?

• What’s the best way to explain your idea?
• How do you write up the budget for your idea?
• How do you make an effective video for your idea?
• What are all the things you  need to have in order to get people to send in the money?

You’ve Got Funds is sponsoring this special class and has PAID YOUR TUITION!

Register now- seating is limited

When: November 5, 2013 10 am – Noon

Where:  The Annex, 3110 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405

COST: FREE! This event is sponsored by YOU’VE GOT FUNDS.COM

5 Mail Order Start Up Tips

5 Mail Order Start Up Tips

By Darren

So you have a new business set up, and given lots of thought to the presentation online of your products and started to market them. Congratulations now the hard work can begin.
Here are so tips that you might not have thought of to help you get off to a smoother start.
1, Packing Materials
The first time that your clients actually see your product is when it arrives. At this point you can win a client for life, a person who will recommend you or loose the sale completely. So it is essential that the items that you despatch arrive in good condition and look great, as they only have one opportunity to make a first impression.
Use new packing material for your deliveries, so that they arrive in good condition. Each item inside a parcel delivery should be individually wrapped in bubble wrap. None of the items should touch the outer box and additional loose packaging should surround. In this way even if the box is dropped in transit the items inside should arrive in good condition.
2, Labelling
In addition to writing the delivery address or attaching the couriers shipping label on the outside of the parcel, it is good practice to enclose a copy of the delivery address label inside the parcel. If the original delivery label then comes off in transit and courier has to open the parcel, they will have all the information that they need to send the parcel on its way correctly.
3, Thank-you notes
Include a thank-you for your purchase note. This can also include details of other items that are similar that might be of interest to your client. Or a voucher or discount for future purchases from you. It is much easier to get another order from a satisfied client than a new one. As you have already proven your customer experience, product quality and customer care.
4, Use your reviews
Your website should automatically invite clients to review your products and services. Some of the online marketplaces such as ebay automatically do this for you. Having positive reviews on the product and how it arrived is needed to persuade other clients that they should work with you. If they give good review it gives you the opportunity to ask them to tweet or post on Facebook about the experience. Having positive reviews on your website or against your products can also help to drive sales.
Reviews work both ways. If you have an opportunity to review your buyer, always leave positive reviews and quickly as possible. It sets the tone the relationship and encourages them to do likewise.
5, Communication
Always keep your clients informed. When you get an order online, confirm it and advise when it is being despatched. Once it’s gone, let your client know and provide all of the tracking information that they need to follow their delivery. This is especially important if you are using an international parcel delivery service. For example if you are sending a parcel to Canada and your clients has their tracking information, it gives them the opportunity to monitor their delivery and resolve any customs queries in real time.
Good luck in building your business and I hope that these tips help.

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