Comments on: A LITTLE MARKETING ASSISTANCE, PLEASE?

By: Righteous

Righteous — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:19:47 +0000

Anonymous,

I think the point is they probably could have done better with a handwritten sign--priovided they gave the message some thought. It's not about buying a flashy sign; it's about writing an effective message.

Take the panhandlers you see with cardboard signs that say "Why lie? I want liquor." They didn't spend any more time creating the sign, but they came up with a clever idea.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 23:54:20 +0000

Probably all they could afford. People are losing their houses, Dan. This is the worst in anyone's memory. Can't fault someone for trying to make a few bucks... and if the money's not there for a fancy sign or marketing help or certainly not advertising - at least they got out of bed that morning and made an effort.

I see it everyday. I was working with two women trying to start a business. They overspent on one item and couldn't afford to print the accompanying (and very necessary) materials. They lose, I lose.
dd

By: DorenF

DorenF — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 18:20:15 +0000

The Sales Prevention Team strikes again!

By: Kevin Zimmermann

Kevin Zimmermann — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:25:15 +0000

I'll give this one a shot.

What if they would've printed this:

STERLING, STRAPS & STUDS. WANNA SEE SOME? COME LOOK HERE! (arrow down)

Of course, management might have veto power over that one.