Envision

 

“YOUR WISH IS MY COMMAND!” Use the LAW OF ATTRACTION… If you want to make a $1,000,000.00 a year start FEELING you have that, make a vision board of a picture of a million dollar bill, add things you would like to the vision board, this is really FUN! Believe it is possible, Believe you deserve it, look at your vision board every day and feel these things,and be GRATEFUL for what you have always. The universe or whatever you believe, will start to re arrange itself to make your dreams come true! It’s you genie in a bottle, so again be careful what you put into the ether, all it hears is what you focus on. If you are focusing on the BAD, more will be given to you, you want GOOD so start focusing on GOOD.

 

Envision™ stimulates creativity and resourcefulness, encouraging renewed faith in the future and the ability to maintain the emotional fortitude necessary to achieve goals and dreams. Sometimes in life, for a variety of reasons, people suppress their internal drive. Envision helps awaken and renew that drive to overcome fear and begin experiencing new, more rewarding dimensions.

NO GUARANTEES!

As a vendor when you sign up to vend for an event there are no guarantees? Event coordinators and seasoned vendors can attest to this. There could be 3 people there or 300..and either way there is no guarantee they will buy what you are selling. This should in no way reflect on the event when it’s your responsibility to do the research and decide what is best for you in advance (balancing vendor cost with probability of sales). Also you have to be serious as well, having literature/media so people can follow-up later. All sales don’t happen on that day…someone may have already spent their funds before they get your table etc. Here are some tips:

1. Have an ample supply of product with you.
2. Do you own advertising letting potentials fans and friends where you will be prior to the event.
3. Have give-a-way business media with your contact info for those who may run out of cash or in case you run out of merchandise so people can contact you after the event. Every sale may not be a same day sale!
4. Decorate your table to make it inviting and eye-catching. Don’t just throw your merchandise on a table and expect it to jump into the hands of the clients. Invest in large posters, banners, personalized tablecloths, standing/hanging signs that can be used over and over at events to get the attention of passersby.
5. Be personable. If you are sitting there frowning or talking on your cell phone then you are not inviting people over. Interact with other vendors so they will not only mention you to other customers but also become potential buyers. No matter what you are selling be prepared to demonstrate products, give away free samples  , read excerpts, play cd’s and more to showcase your wares.
6. Find out in advance how much advertising has been done for the event, how many other vendors, estimated attendance and the history of the event. Is this an event where appealing to the audience who your product is geared to? Are you selling men’s shoes at a Divorced And Angry Women’s Conference?  Do your research!
7. Be Professional. Before , during and after the event because vending opportunities can lead to other opportunities and connecting  that can grow your business.

At the end of the day, being a vendor is another form of networking and marketing so be prepared, and be knowledgable and then SELL! SELL! SELL!

AJ Wesley

Alegna Media Design

What’s Representing You?

What’s Representing You?

As a freelance graphic creator, I find myself often discussing the importance of having media that represents your vision, brand and you in general. And this doesn’t mean any media but GOOD media.  There are some basics like having a logo, business cards, a flyer or two and custom graphics for your webpages and profiles.   Often many forget that a big part of this media is professional headshots or photos to use on your media. They add a custom option to your media that many will be drawn to by your photo alone. But you have to be careful to use professional photographers or studios whose work your have seen and previewed in advance. If your photos are fuzzy then that is not the quality you want on your media.  Also do not post your whole photo shoot on the internet as soon as you have the photos. The key to using photos in your media is to be able to use the photos for a period of time on new media and promotions. As the creator of an online magazine when I feature people I don’t want to use that same photo you have on all your current media and that you use in every storyline you are featured in. If every one has already seen all your photos then there is nothing new to catch their eye when new media drops.  When starting a new business you may find your budget limited but with careful budget planning and planning ahead and not rushing into it you can allow for these expenses and present a business that shines right from the start.  Also maximize your brand, make it pop and don’t accept the first thing presented to you. You may not have an eye for design so look around and when you see something you like save it. Remember your media is often your introduction so make it count.

AJ Wesley

Alegna Media Designs

Steps to Success in Branding

Congratulations on starting your business/organization etc. Now, always consider your overall branding and how you want to present yourself. This is your “look”.  The professional touch to the package will always be more appealing and eye-catching  to consumers and potential clients and investors.  Here are … Continue reading →