cybersix Posted February 6, 2006 Share Posted February 6, 2006 Hi all, I didn't say my opinion when the thread was opened.Now I begin to feel a little worried.The first part of the fundraiser for the animal shelter went good.So they asked me to do 25-30 pillars for the next appointment.Plus, the hairdresser (who is so kind, she has my candles and firestarters in her shop) says she has a list of people interested in my candle, so tomorrow I have to call and see what I have to do.I'm happy, but I don't know if I can make it all.I work 8 hours a day (5 days a week) as software developer, I live on my own so everything that concerne the house (and the cats) it's up to me.I hope I will have time and possibility to do all things I have to do, I really want to succeed but I'm scared at the same time.Thanks for reading me and thanks to all CT members, I feel you're my friends.Ciao da Milano!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
younggrasshper Posted February 6, 2006 Share Posted February 6, 2006 If you want to do this, tell the customers that it will take ??? days or a week to fill the orders? This will give you time to do it, and not put so much pressure on you. You can say what ever time period you think you need. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cybersix Posted February 6, 2006 Author Share Posted February 6, 2006 Thanks, I will do so!There are too many variables involved (such "when I'll find the wax in the store??", I hope to do right!!Thank you very much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EMercier Posted February 6, 2006 Share Posted February 6, 2006 I do that as well. I have to figure in that I work 8 hours a day (not including commuting) as well as go to school FT. I never get a complaint. There have been about 1-2 times I"ve called to tell them I need another day or two and I've had no problems and they order again. You can only do but so much. I also pace myself and if needs be I make a little each day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daniedb Posted February 6, 2006 Share Posted February 6, 2006 I hear you! I know exactly what you mean. I have a 2-year-old, and while some people can manage their time and seem to have a clean house on top of it all, I certainly haven't found the ability to do that. I'm learning that what helps me is to make sure that every time I start to get stressed, I take as much time as it is necessary to recenter myself. For me, that means prayer and spending time with my family, until I can tackle the problem or order without anxiety. Also, I do my very best to say NO when I have to - and the more I set proper boundaries and only accept what I can do, the more people respect my business and will wait for however long it takes, as long as I'm growing in a deliberate way.I'm so excited for you, and I hope you find much continued success with your candle business! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cybersix Posted February 6, 2006 Author Share Posted February 6, 2006 thanks girls.I have many problems finding good supplies, but my other BIG problem is that I'm unorganized!!!!If we add this to the lack of time, I'm in a mess!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudsnwicks Posted February 6, 2006 Share Posted February 6, 2006 People tend to be more understanding if you explain why it won't be ready until xxx day. If you just say, I can't give it to you until xxx day, it doesn't sound so good. Make it sound positive - say something like "the candles are made fresh to order so it will take n days to prepare". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breanna Posted February 6, 2006 Share Posted February 6, 2006 HI,,I know that I do not work,,,But running my house can be a full time job @ times. On my website I ask for up to 2 weeks and depending on how many orders I have to Deliver local are done up to 7 days. Usually if you let your customers know a time limit,,they will respect that. I think that it is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!! CONGRADULATIONS!!!!! I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU!!! Dont panic,,,keep a positive focus and I know you can do it!!!..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cybersix Posted February 6, 2006 Author Share Posted February 6, 2006 Ok, I'll try to fix a limit.thanks for your encouragement, I hope to do well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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