Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Holiday Busy-ness



Things here in the shop are a bit, how shall I say, all out?? It is always like this this time of year and every year I try and shift that somewhat. It is starting earlier this year. Does that mean it will taper sooner? This is a good problem, as I have lots of work. Which ought to translate into lots of sales (yes) but profits? I will know more when it is over.

I am in the process of regrouping and planning now for next year and drafting an over all 3 year plan. I had a 5 year plan I wrote in 2002 which would put me at a million dollars a year right about now. That didn't happen. Why? What is it about business, about art, about making pottery for a living that makes real profits so elusive? Real profits which afford steady help. Real profits which allow the development of civic giving. Maybe it is time. Patience. Persistence. All that. I have a feeling yes, that is part of it, but I think there may be more to it than that. What do you think?

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2 comments:

Susan Schwake said...

i think it is a hard, frustrating, exciting, rewarding, humility building,experience.
still love that bowl!
did you check out our shop banner? you little dotties are proudly waving there...
xo
s

Anonymous said...

I love that bowl, too!!!
XOXO C