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I am wondering, have sales gotten better at spring shows since the recession hit? I am also looking into doing some personal research to see if sales are better at indoor vs. outdoor shows. Any thoughts?
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 | Robert Held's Six Tips for Fledgling Businesses
The creative aspects of glass master Robert Held's work may be what drives his art, but he is never far removed from the bottom-line realities of running a business. He suggests other aspiring artisans remain equally engaged: "I know some artists sort of resist that component and don't feel that you need the business and marketing tools, but you have to be realistic," he says. "You have to be able to look at a balance sheet. You need to have a business plan...
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Just Ask by Donald Clark | Q: I've had my wood-carving business for a number of years, and now I am ready to get my work into more galleries and shops. However, I'm not sure that I have the time and experience necessary to do this. Should I hire an artist's broker/representative? I've heard varying opinions (some strong) about this. Would it be beneficial to hire one? Or should I just press on and try to do my own representation? A: You don't say what you are carving and whether you create one-of-a-kind pieces or produce multiples of the same items. Remember, a shop is a retail business... Have a question? Submit it to justask@craftsreport.com.
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