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I’m not looking for a get rich quick guide. I’m willing to put in the work. I worked at a novelty shop for two years where I really fell in love with the act of selling. My boss would let us play with the prices so customers would feel like they’re getting a deal. I’ve sold products ranging from $3 to $1,000 all novelty. Even had the chance to travel and sell at county fairs. Did that for two years. Then worked at a mall kiosk selling crystals. Didn’t know anything about them but talking to customers and asking them questions made it fun for me to learn and now I’m knowledgeable in that. The pay was $2.50 below minimum wage and I negotiated but my boss said he could only give me a $1 raise. I told him that didn’t make sense and quit. I work in fast food and it’s been nice learning the business but my passion is sales. I see it when I work register and talk to customers. I don’t know what would be suited for me. My mom tells me to continue my phlebotomy program. (I graduated in medical assisting during Covid and hated it so I took a phlebotomy course and never got certified so I thought to retake the course for the cert) I know it won’t be fulfilling for me. I feel kind of lost. I’m 22F no real education on business but I was lucky to work hand in hand with the owners. My funds for starting a business are so small. But the ambition is there. Any advice or your personal stories would be greatly appreciated.

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[–] AnshulYadav@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Congratulations you have the most important skill in business. Business starts only after a sale happens. How comfortable are you with the idea of selling things online?

[–] iwishuluck@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago (1 children)

I’ve built one website for someone I used to work for about a year ago through Shopify. Nothing special mediocre at best. I only built it. I haven’t followed up to see how well it did or didn’t do. (Fell off with owner and decided it was better to cut ties) My biggest weakness is I’m not familiar with branding and marketing. Also im not sure what items to sell or what problem i needs solving and what to look out for.

[–] AnshulYadav@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

Don't worry even the best of us have weaknesses. Have you ever thought about teaming up with someone who can take care of those parts of the business? I am sure there will be someone who loves marketing but can't do sales.