I’m back! This blog is up and running! I’m going to try and figure out how to import my other blog posts from before, but until then, ENJOY MY BUSINESS WISDOM!
To entertain you, here is a picture of my cat.
I’m back!
Moving this Blog
I am working on moving this blog over to a wordpress site. Here’s the URL:
http://www.crafte-blog.com
I’m hopeful you will join me there.
Vending Snobbery
I don’t vend outdoors in December.
Call me a snob if you want, but I’m absolutely DONE with vending in the potential cold. We are signed up for the whole season of our local farmer’s market, which goes into the first weekend of November. Sometimes October and November weather can be unpredictable here in Denver, but this year we lucked out. I did a Saturday in October that was cold, but otherwise the weather was pleasant.
And I was invited to do an outdoor holiday market on December 8.
I said, in very clear terms, “Thank you so much for thinking of me, but I don’t vend outdoors after the farmer’s market is over.”
In my mind, I said, “NO. WAY.”
Maybe, if this was my sole source of income, I’d reconsider. As it is right now, I just won’t do it.
Where do you draw the line?
How Busy is "Too Busy?"
In short, my husband told me he was sick of hearing it. He was sick of hearing how tired I am all the time. Sick of my constant complaint that I do everything and I’m so tired, and he just didn’t want to hear it.
I could have picked a fight about it. Instead, I decided I was sick of it, too.
I’m sick of being too tired to work. Sick of doing every damned thing. Sick of being sick of it, as well.
So I decided, this year, for our wedding anniversary, I would give my husband a gift that he a) didn’t expect and b) would truly appreciate and c) would be practical, helpful, and would make our lives better.
I stopped complaining about work.
Guess what happened?
Both of our lives are improved. I didn’t even tell him I did it. I didn’t tell him that was his gift, until our anniversary. At which point, he did notice that it had been a few weeks since he’d heard it from me.
I really don’t care if he appreciates it, because the side effect for me has been overwhelming. MY attitude and MY words have made MY life better. I no longer feel as worn out, exhausted, and dog-tired. Yes, I get fatigued–I am a human being. But the simple act of removing the complaint of it from my life has caused things to turn around.
I’m more productive more evenings.
I panic less.
My communication is clearer.
It took some concerted effort on my part, but I think this change is permanent. It’s very worth it.
What changes in attitude have you made, that improved your work life?
Vendor Tuesday: eBay and craigslist
Have I done eBay yet? Well, don’t forget it exists. Sometimes crafters are just done, and want to get rid of their stash. EBay is still around, selling all sorts of craft items at a discount.
Also, try your local craigslist.
