isn't retail floristry in the uk depressing this time of the year. after the buzz of christmas, all you get are expencive wholesale flowers and few customers!. We dont even get any funeral orders as we are in a village that only gives money to charity (how selfish is that) I know valentines and mothers day is just around the corner, but then what till christmas again, a few weddings (when villagers are doing them half the price from home) some garden plants (when villagers are selling their own cuttings in their front gardens) and some mixed bunches ( when the fruit and veg and paper shop have cottened on and selling them at half price) what about silks? (the womens guild now sell them at stupid prices) When we started 3 years ago we were new and exciting, now every farmers wife and his 100 year mother are selling OUR ideas at a fraction of the price privatley. We are tied to the premisis for another 5 years and I love my job. (awarded the best in the county) what can I do to stay here
Retail florist in January, WHY?
All businesses such as yours will have competition from enthusiastic amateurs so you will have to start and think "outside of the box"
If you rely on your local community for support it looks like you might be in trouble. What about the following?
I presume you are interflora so can count on customers other than local?
Do you have a website where you can offer your services to a wider audience?
Can you do any local marketing yourself (ie flyers) in neighbouring villages or towns?
Can you widen your range of services to include (say) flower arranging courses?
Can you identify any large companies within close proximity of your shop who you may be able to interest with contract work - this could be very lucrative for you.
Is your shop big enough to section off so that you could sell something else in part of it?
What other needs do the village have which are currently unfulfilled by existing shops?
If you do nothing you will not survive in business
Friday, November 18, 2011
What do you think of my story No. 2?
Philip the bee returns after a busy day's work at the florist's shop. "Hi honey, I'm home", he says happily.
"I want a divource", shouts his hairy battleaxe of a wife in return.
"Darling, has something been bugging you" he implores, his blurred eyesight compounded by the welling tears.
"You just bumble your way in here trailing pollen across my clean floor; that's it, I'll see the Queen tomorrow", Beryl droned waspishly through gnashing mandibles.
And so poor Philip's marriage came to an end; when word got out it caused quite a buzz around the hive. But it got worse; he was so badly stung by the legal costs that he had to sell his home and go live with dear old Ant Doris.
What do you think of my story No. 2?
Hi silkie, x
It's good, and has a happy ending, because --------------
Along came Alice with her waspish waist, and black lashes, who gets Philip out of a sticky situation.
Hive hot news for you says she, drone you worry anymore. Sting along with me and we'll pollinate galore, and bee happzzzzzzzzzzzzzzy
Yeah Yeah, I know, stick to Architecture!
Reply:I think it's a bit creepy - crawly back in to your hole and stop pestering us.
Seriously it's not bad - It must have given you a buzz to write something this funny.
Reply:Poor Philip - I'll look after him!
Reply:I liked this story better than the other one because it was so gritty %26amp; realistic. Don't worry about the spelling, we know it's hard to type with only three fingers on each hand.
Reply:Good i enjoyed this wee story well thought of. You might be onto something there. Keep up the good work.
Reply:It Bee a good one with a sting in the tail!!
Reply:if he,d cooked her a pollonaise sauce, he may have been able to keep her a bit longer. Never mind, marriages are usually fly by night these days. tell him to drink some red bull to give him wings and his hot line will be buzzing all summer long. xxxxx
Reply:we love em ! Keep em coming.
xx
Reply:learn to spell before you go back to writing
Reply:Very good! Hive been chuckling ever since I read it!
Reply:nice story, cant wait for another.
Reply:i like that story its cool keep them coming.
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"I want a divource", shouts his hairy battleaxe of a wife in return.
"Darling, has something been bugging you" he implores, his blurred eyesight compounded by the welling tears.
"You just bumble your way in here trailing pollen across my clean floor; that's it, I'll see the Queen tomorrow", Beryl droned waspishly through gnashing mandibles.
And so poor Philip's marriage came to an end; when word got out it caused quite a buzz around the hive. But it got worse; he was so badly stung by the legal costs that he had to sell his home and go live with dear old Ant Doris.
What do you think of my story No. 2?
Hi silkie, x
It's good, and has a happy ending, because --------------
Along came Alice with her waspish waist, and black lashes, who gets Philip out of a sticky situation.
Hive hot news for you says she, drone you worry anymore. Sting along with me and we'll pollinate galore, and bee happzzzzzzzzzzzzzzy
Yeah Yeah, I know, stick to Architecture!
Reply:I think it's a bit creepy - crawly back in to your hole and stop pestering us.
Seriously it's not bad - It must have given you a buzz to write something this funny.
Reply:Poor Philip - I'll look after him!
Reply:I liked this story better than the other one because it was so gritty %26amp; realistic. Don't worry about the spelling, we know it's hard to type with only three fingers on each hand.
Reply:Good i enjoyed this wee story well thought of. You might be onto something there. Keep up the good work.
Reply:It Bee a good one with a sting in the tail!!
Reply:if he,d cooked her a pollonaise sauce, he may have been able to keep her a bit longer. Never mind, marriages are usually fly by night these days. tell him to drink some red bull to give him wings and his hot line will be buzzing all summer long. xxxxx
Reply:we love em ! Keep em coming.
xx
Reply:learn to spell before you go back to writing
Reply:Very good! Hive been chuckling ever since I read it!
Reply:nice story, cant wait for another.
Reply:i like that story its cool keep them coming.
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Is this sentence right? i need 35 words description of my shop?
For one of the most memorable events in your life, Sunflower Florist makes your wedding day unforgettable by creating elegant looks for bouquets and flowers for ceremony, reception and bridal party
Is this sentence right? i need 35 words description of my shop?
Not quite switch it to
For one of the most memorable moments in your life Sunflower Florist makes your wedding day unforgettable by creating elegant looks for the bouquets and flowers for your ceremony, reception and bridal party.
It flows more
Is this sentence right? i need 35 words description of my shop?
Not quite switch it to
For one of the most memorable moments in your life Sunflower Florist makes your wedding day unforgettable by creating elegant looks for the bouquets and flowers for your ceremony, reception and bridal party.
It flows more
What would you do if an employer took advantage of you?
I have worked for several florists and have a associates degree in floriculture. When I came to town, I got a job as a florist. I was new %26amp; they wouldn't listen to any of my background training, opting to use the advice of girls that "learned on the job".
I was given a chance to move to another shop in town. The entire group of girls quit that florist and moved along with me. The nice thing, was that here, I was given more respect %26amp; was often the first consulted on problems. I was the wedding %26amp; funeral specialist %26amp; the only one that could tie a pretty bow (not trying to brag...just being realistic).
Well, I had problems with one of the women who I have found out was a back stabber, %26amp; I let the employer know that i was going to quit if it didn't stop. She gave everyone all of the ____ work to do %26amp; sat around talking on the phone. Come to find out, she was a long time friend of the employer. I quit. Now they are talking badly about me. How can I save my reputation?
What would you do if an employer took advantage of you?
If you found on your own that this woman is a back stabber, then I'm sure everyone else knows her true nature. It's always best to leave people like that alone because they ultimately hang themselves in the end. They are the products of their own undoing and they always get their just penalty.
Do not concern yourself about what this kind of trash says about you. You have moved on. Eventually, the owner may come to realize that her business has suffered due to the loss of your expertise and hopefully will assign the blame where it belongs. Just remember one thing, many long lasting friendships have died due to money. Don't be surprised if the employer gives the longtime friend the boot.
Reply:nothing cuz i was in my own personal h*ll at the time
Reply:If they've done this to you, they've done it to other people. Just get a job somewhere else and don't worry about what they say. If you're asked what happened, be honest. I'm sure you're not the only one who knows that this employer plays favorites with her lazy friend.
The next time a situation like this comes up, however, think twice about quitting...I did the same thing last summer and regret leaving that job now because the employee who was causing me grief isn't there anymore.
Reply:two words: straight razor.
I was given a chance to move to another shop in town. The entire group of girls quit that florist and moved along with me. The nice thing, was that here, I was given more respect %26amp; was often the first consulted on problems. I was the wedding %26amp; funeral specialist %26amp; the only one that could tie a pretty bow (not trying to brag...just being realistic).
Well, I had problems with one of the women who I have found out was a back stabber, %26amp; I let the employer know that i was going to quit if it didn't stop. She gave everyone all of the ____ work to do %26amp; sat around talking on the phone. Come to find out, she was a long time friend of the employer. I quit. Now they are talking badly about me. How can I save my reputation?
What would you do if an employer took advantage of you?
If you found on your own that this woman is a back stabber, then I'm sure everyone else knows her true nature. It's always best to leave people like that alone because they ultimately hang themselves in the end. They are the products of their own undoing and they always get their just penalty.
Do not concern yourself about what this kind of trash says about you. You have moved on. Eventually, the owner may come to realize that her business has suffered due to the loss of your expertise and hopefully will assign the blame where it belongs. Just remember one thing, many long lasting friendships have died due to money. Don't be surprised if the employer gives the longtime friend the boot.
Reply:nothing cuz i was in my own personal h*ll at the time
Reply:If they've done this to you, they've done it to other people. Just get a job somewhere else and don't worry about what they say. If you're asked what happened, be honest. I'm sure you're not the only one who knows that this employer plays favorites with her lazy friend.
The next time a situation like this comes up, however, think twice about quitting...I did the same thing last summer and regret leaving that job now because the employee who was causing me grief isn't there anymore.
Reply:two words: straight razor.
Home-based or retail shop?
I have a home-based florals business (i am the florist). Should i do retail to get more business? please give me your opinnion as a customer. Thanks
Home-based or retail shop?
If you get a lot of foot traffic, it is better to have a retail shop. But if most of your orders are coming via web (being part of syndicate), you do not need to spend money in renting a shop.
Another option is to expand your house (if possible) and that can be your retail shop, you will have one of the shortest commute.
Home-based or retail shop?
If you get a lot of foot traffic, it is better to have a retail shop. But if most of your orders are coming via web (being part of syndicate), you do not need to spend money in renting a shop.
Another option is to expand your house (if possible) and that can be your retail shop, you will have one of the shortest commute.
HELPPP!!!! Need Ideas For An SAE!!!?
OK.....I have an SAE due on May 16, 2008 and i change my idea twice and i dont have any more ideas for my Supervised Agricultual Experience(SAE)....please help me! I wanted to get a job at florist shop cuz i like flowers n stuff but if i get the job i wont be in my state May 3rd to the 10th n if i get the job i dont want to be asking to take off work wen i just started! so pleaseeee give me some answers....i dont kno what to do! = (
HELPPP!!!! Need Ideas For An SAE!!!?
you could work at a store in the dairy department or you could grow garden vegies and sell them somewhere.. work at a farm.. their are really lots of options, take the florist job, im sure they wouldnt mind you missing some days
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HELPPP!!!! Need Ideas For An SAE!!!?
you could work at a store in the dairy department or you could grow garden vegies and sell them somewhere.. work at a farm.. their are really lots of options, take the florist job, im sure they wouldnt mind you missing some days
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This story will make you cry Red Roses were her favorite.?
Roses for Rose
Red roses were her favorites; her name was also Rose,
And every year her husband sent them tied with pretty bows.
The year he died the roses were delivered to her door,
The card said "Be My Valentine" like all the years before.
Each year he sent her roses and the note would always say,
"I love you even more this year than last year on this day,
My love for you will always grow with every passing year,"
She knew this was the last time that the roses would appear.
She thought he ordered roses in advance before this day,
Her loving husband did not know that he would pass away.
He always liked to do things early way before the time,
Then if he got too busy everything would work out fine.
She trimmed the stems and placed them in a very special vase,
Then sat the vase beside the portrait of his smiling face.
She would sit for hours in her husband's favorite chair,
While staring at his picture and the roses sitting there.
A year went by and it was hard to live without her mate,
With loneliness and solitude that had become her fate.
Then the very hour as on Valentines before,
The doorbell rang and there were roses sitting by her door.
She brought the roses in and then just looked at them in shock,
Then went to get the telephone to call the florist shop.
The owner answered and she asked him if he would explain,
Why would someone do this to her causing her such pain?
"I know your husband passed away more than a year ago,"
The owner said, "I knew you'd call and you would want to know."
"The flowers you received today were paid for in advance,
Your husband always planned ahead he left nothing to chance."
"There is a standing order that I have on file down here,
And he has paid well in advance you'll get them every year."
"There also is another thing that I think you should know,
He wrote a special little card he did this years ago."
"Then should ever I find out that he's no longer here,
That's the card that should be sent to you the following year."
She thanked him and hung up the phone her tears now flowing hard,
Her fingers shaking as she slowly reached to get the card.
Inside the card she saw that he had written her a note,
Then as she stared in total silence this is what he wrote.
Hello my love I know it's been a year since I've been gone,
I hope it hasn't been too hard for you to overcome.
I know it must be lonely and the pain is very real,
For if it was the other way I know how I would feel.
The love we shared made everything so beautiful in life,
I loved you more than words can say you were the perfect wife.
You were my friend and lover you fulfilled my every need,
I know it's only been a year but please try not to grieve.
I want you to be happy even when you shed your tears,
That is why the roses will be sent to you for years.
When you get these roses think of all the happiness,
That we had together and how both of us were blessed.
I have always loved you and I know I always will,
But my love you must go on you have some living still.
Please try to find happiness while living out your days,
I know it is not easy but I hope you find some ways.
The roses will come every year and they will only stop,
When your door's not answered when the florist stops to knock.
He will come five times that day in case you have gone out,
But after his last visit he will know without a doubt,
To take the roses to the place where I've instructed him,
And place the roses where we are together once again.
This story will make you cry Red Roses were her favorite.?
You are right...this did bring tears to my eyes. Thanks for sharing.
Reply:wonderful, touching, a gem. . I will file this away for future use.
Reply:In answering you, I didn't cry. I don't have to, I have a love like that, and I wish each of you out there the same. I never dreamed I could love and be loved is such a special way. We work at our love and it's why it has lasted. So those of you who are having doubts or problems don't give up roll up your sleeves and get to work.
Reply:Beautiful, I'm too teary to write
Reply:I had to wait till i could see to tell you this is a love like no other.Thank you for reminding me what i have.
Reply:Lovely.
Sniiiiiiiiffff @@ dabs eyes
Reply:I was lucky. I married once, for life. It hasn't always been easy, but it's always been worth the effort. We've been together 36yrs and , yes, I'd marry him again today!!!
Red roses were her favorites; her name was also Rose,
And every year her husband sent them tied with pretty bows.
The year he died the roses were delivered to her door,
The card said "Be My Valentine" like all the years before.
Each year he sent her roses and the note would always say,
"I love you even more this year than last year on this day,
My love for you will always grow with every passing year,"
She knew this was the last time that the roses would appear.
She thought he ordered roses in advance before this day,
Her loving husband did not know that he would pass away.
He always liked to do things early way before the time,
Then if he got too busy everything would work out fine.
She trimmed the stems and placed them in a very special vase,
Then sat the vase beside the portrait of his smiling face.
She would sit for hours in her husband's favorite chair,
While staring at his picture and the roses sitting there.
A year went by and it was hard to live without her mate,
With loneliness and solitude that had become her fate.
Then the very hour as on Valentines before,
The doorbell rang and there were roses sitting by her door.
She brought the roses in and then just looked at them in shock,
Then went to get the telephone to call the florist shop.
The owner answered and she asked him if he would explain,
Why would someone do this to her causing her such pain?
"I know your husband passed away more than a year ago,"
The owner said, "I knew you'd call and you would want to know."
"The flowers you received today were paid for in advance,
Your husband always planned ahead he left nothing to chance."
"There is a standing order that I have on file down here,
And he has paid well in advance you'll get them every year."
"There also is another thing that I think you should know,
He wrote a special little card he did this years ago."
"Then should ever I find out that he's no longer here,
That's the card that should be sent to you the following year."
She thanked him and hung up the phone her tears now flowing hard,
Her fingers shaking as she slowly reached to get the card.
Inside the card she saw that he had written her a note,
Then as she stared in total silence this is what he wrote.
Hello my love I know it's been a year since I've been gone,
I hope it hasn't been too hard for you to overcome.
I know it must be lonely and the pain is very real,
For if it was the other way I know how I would feel.
The love we shared made everything so beautiful in life,
I loved you more than words can say you were the perfect wife.
You were my friend and lover you fulfilled my every need,
I know it's only been a year but please try not to grieve.
I want you to be happy even when you shed your tears,
That is why the roses will be sent to you for years.
When you get these roses think of all the happiness,
That we had together and how both of us were blessed.
I have always loved you and I know I always will,
But my love you must go on you have some living still.
Please try to find happiness while living out your days,
I know it is not easy but I hope you find some ways.
The roses will come every year and they will only stop,
When your door's not answered when the florist stops to knock.
He will come five times that day in case you have gone out,
But after his last visit he will know without a doubt,
To take the roses to the place where I've instructed him,
And place the roses where we are together once again.
This story will make you cry Red Roses were her favorite.?
You are right...this did bring tears to my eyes. Thanks for sharing.
Reply:wonderful, touching, a gem. . I will file this away for future use.
Reply:In answering you, I didn't cry. I don't have to, I have a love like that, and I wish each of you out there the same. I never dreamed I could love and be loved is such a special way. We work at our love and it's why it has lasted. So those of you who are having doubts or problems don't give up roll up your sleeves and get to work.
Reply:Beautiful, I'm too teary to write
Reply:I had to wait till i could see to tell you this is a love like no other.Thank you for reminding me what i have.
Reply:Lovely.
Sniiiiiiiiffff @@ dabs eyes
Reply:I was lucky. I married once, for life. It hasn't always been easy, but it's always been worth the effort. We've been together 36yrs and , yes, I'd marry him again today!!!
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