Posts by Cakelover11111

Quote: Originally Posted by jason_kraft Quote: Originally Posted by Cakelover11111 We try to make cakes for any budget, we do have several deals which I know are cheaper than our competitors. It...

Quote:Originally Posted by Dani1081I'm with you Carmijok - I will be very surprised if the OP resurfaces. I've seen several similar posts recently - all by OPs that claim to be long time CC members making their first posts - but their...

Quote:Originally Posted by MimiFixI had a very busy shop in central NY, then we moved south. I opened a smaller shop in TN. Before we signed the lease the landlord said "twenty-thousand cars drive by here a day." During the holidays we...

Quote:Originally Posted by Jennifer353I think the lack of parking is probably having a big impact on you. Could you offer free delivery within a certain distance for orders over a certain size? As has been said, try and make the most of...

Quote:Originally Posted by BakingIreneSee if you can sell whole cakes to restaurants, for them to slice and serve as desserts. These cakes would not have much more than borders top and bottom and maybe a rosette on each portion.Put up...

Quote:Originally Posted by DanilouI don't know much about running a business but here in Australia a lot of people in my area use facebook for their cake business.. They attract customers by running promotions (sometimes with sponsors)...

Quote:Originally Posted by matthewkyrankellyThe most successful local cupcake shop takes her cupcakes to the customers.Put four dozen cupcakes in your car with a folding table. Go where the business people lunch. Sell them cupcakes. ...

Quote:Originally Posted by jason_kraftWhat is your target market, where are they located in relation to your shop, and what are your competitive advantages? Have you done any networking with local venues or event planners? What is your...

Quote:Originally Posted by TheSweetTreatWell I do not own my own cake business, but I will quickly discourage you from running any sort of Groupon type deal. Talk about not making any money....that's the way to really lose money. Avoid...

Quote:Originally Posted by jamesyayMake a dummy cake (or a few) and put it in the window!Getting mentioned on groupon is nice, but I have no idea how that works unfortunately.Get a friend or two to review your business on Yelp.com. Also...