Am I pathetic?

[AVW]

I was out for coffee on my own today, local coffee shop where lots of yummy mummys go. I was trying to pluck up the courage to go over to a couple of ladies to ask them if they have beauty treatments and if they would consider going to someone who works from home... anyway, I chickened out. If you were out having coffee with your mates and a stranger came over and started asking you about beauty treatments and their business, would you be OK with that, or would you be miffed they had interupted you....?

 

[xxJackiexx]

Truthfully I wouldn't like to be interrupted whilst sat at the table eating/drinking/gossiping with friends but I wouldn't mind being handed a leaflet maybe on my way out ? x

 

[Tomme]

I'd say the same as above, also you may have done yourself a service, if I were the coffee shop owner I would be livid you were in there advertising your business in mine without permission. Maybe ask the owner to do a deal, a week of displaying your leaflets for a free service, maybe it could be a weekly thing.
Also try a discount for the staff so customers can see and maybe even ask who did whatever, then the staff can give your leaflet to them xoxo

 

[pinkknailss]

as long as you introduced yourself properly and looked like a beauty professional i wouldn't mind at all

 

[Steph86]

As said above, I'd appreciate a leaflet in passing.

Although I must admit when ur out and about in town shopping I glare at people who look like they want to "sell" me something, I know they are only doing their jobs but I don't want to join Lovefilm, or buy a hand scrub! Am I just a grump haha... Xx

 

[kirk25]

I wouldn't mind at all, I would much rather someone approach me and introduce themselves than just hand me a leaflet x

 

[dandelionpoppy]

I think Tomme makes a valid point; the owner should be asked first.

Then I think you could pick up the signals. If someone makes eye contact and smiles you could say " Hope you don't mind my interrupting you - would you like one of my brochures?" If they say yes, and ask questions, give brief, confident answers with a smile and then leave them to it.

 

[meme!]

i cant believe that people mind.i would not mind at all i think it would be lovley to be brave and introduce yourself aswell as talking about whateva.well done....i have people randomly ask me things and make convos allll the time like last week i was shopping in town with my sister trying on clothes and a lady saw us to and said excuse me could you give me your opinion on this dress she was trying on and me and my sister stood there giving our opinions...random but i looovee random friendly people!!!!!

 

[Dolly6410]

if i were having a cup of coffee then no i proberly wouldn't mind, but if i were eating then stay well away!!!! :lol:

 

[sarahpoppy24]

Ask the owner if you can put some cards or leaflets at the counter! That way you get on side! Another good thing is any friends who work ask them if they can put cards/leadlets at their work/staff room then they can also recommend you personally if anyone asks about you! X

 

[AVW]

Thanks all, I suppose my initial thoughts was to ask their opinion, as to whether they would go to someone's home for treatments, rather than advertise myself specifically, but get a feel for if there are people out there locally who could be potential clients... Thanks again for your thoughts...

 

[looloo88]

As said above if I was having a coffee I really wouldn't mind, but if I was eating I'd be abit peeved.

 

[PixieBeauty]

I don't think you chickened out I think you probably assessed the situation very well, picked up on the vibes & probably made the right choice there & then x

 

[Verve Designs]

To be honest- I'm not great at things like that either.

I think i'd rather be handed something than someone carrying out a little impromptu Q+A really!

How about a business card with your details on the front, and some "sampler" prices on the back? They're always handy to have in your handbag as well, should a situation arise

Make out as if you "just had them on you"- they're not quite as "obvious" as a leaflet, and you'll find people will often tuck a business card away for later.

I was in a fancy bar in Manchester a few weeks ago and someone left a few cards about for a posh valeting service (for people who pay more for a valet than I pay for my car)- he just said "can, I just pop this on your table"....didn't strike me as rude really- and I assumed he offered the bar owner a freebie!

 

[tanfastic]

Why not get all togged up in your beauty gear, arm yourself with leaflets and business cards and then set yourself in the high street near where all the ladies go shopping and socialising. Approach them and ask if you can just do a quick market research for your brand new fantastic beauty business. If they take part they get a good discount on one treatment. Give them each a card and a few more. Give them the incentive to pass them on to friends and family, for every referred client they send to you they get another discount on one more treatment.

People like to see you trying to have a go and I know it is hard to approach strangers but lovely and glamorous women are not that bad to approach, you can always compliment them on their hair or nails or shoes which then leads the conversataion to your new business.

Write out exactly what you want to say, ask and find out. Memorize it and that way you wont get tongue tied. Make up a questionnairre which you can follow. Worst scenario? tell them you are getting paid for every genuine questionnairre so they migh feel sorry for you. LOL

 

[PixieBeauty]

Why not get all togged up in your beauty gear, arm yourself with leaflets and business cards and then set yourself in the high street near where all the ladies go shopping and socialising. Approach them and ask if you can just do a quick market research for your brand new fantastic beauty business. If they take part they get a good discount on one treatment. Give them each a card and a few more. Give them the incentive to pass them on to friends and family, for every referred client they send to you they get another discount on one more treatment.

People like to see you trying to have a go and I know it is hard to approach strangers but lovely and glamorous women are not that bad to approach, you can always compliment them on their hair or nails or shoes which then leads the conversataion to your new business.

Write out exactly what you want to say, ask and find out. Memorize it and that way you wont get tongue tied. Make up a questionnairre which you can follow. Worst scenario? tell them you are getting paid for every genuine questionnairre so they migh feel sorry for you. LOL

That is a BRILLIANT idea and one I'm putting into action next week!!

How have I not thought of that yet? Thanks xxx

 

[Tomme]

You could always have a tshirt printed with your business name on it and please ask me about the treatments I offer
Not tried it but people might just walk up and ask how much is so and so. Xpxo

 

[mixnmatch1]

I wouldnt have minded and i would have probably gone over and introduced myself too but only if i was getting good vibes from them.
I am also the kind of person that will ask a stranger what they think of an outfit i have tried on in a shop if i cant make my mind up

 

[natsjl]

I wouldn't mind either especially if it was just an opinion you were after xxx

 

[lila22]

I would not mind and would be interested to hear what was offered but as said I would ask the owner as could look bad if your half way through telling what you do and get chucked out 😳xx