*finding.a.REGISTRY*

Filed under: Tips and Tricks! — jess at 11:37 am on Wednesday, April 25, 2007

I had the opportunity to speak this past winter at the OSP INDY convention! It was my first time speaking…so it was really fun! During my seminar, I spoke about how I take a very personal, thoughtful approach to my business and in doing so, I often will send a gift to my client, off of their registry! I’ve been getting alot of emails with people asking about that…so I thought I would discuss it a bit on here!

I do this after the wedding, typically…as a “IT WAS AWESOME BEING A PART OF YOUR WEDDING/CONGRATULATIONS” gift!! The key thing, though…is to do it with sincerity and intention, versus just to buy the affection of your clients! I also do it after the wedding because I don’t just want to shower them with gifts just to get their business…but after I have their business and have done the job….I want them to know that I value them, their business and really appreciate them letting me be a part of the most special day in their lives! I often send something that I love personally…and will include on the note how I love it and what my favorite thing about it is…or I will get a cool frame and put a note that it’s reserved for their favorite JRS photo! Again, it’s all about intention and personal touch….and I know that I want to be treated with personal attention and that is the driving force behind how I treat my clients! I have been getting the question “WHERE DO YOU FIND THEIR REGISTRY INFO” alot, since I spoke…so I thought I would share that here! WEDDINGCHANNEL.COM is where I locate registry info! If it’s not there (some common registry places are NOT)…just think about where people shop (Target, Bed Bath and Beyond, Linens & Things, Sear’s, etc) and search a few registries! It’s simple (especially considering the investment they have made in me) but means SOO MUCH…and that is exactly how I approach business and LIFE! :)

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Comment by Rachel Barker

April 25, 2007 @ 4:07 pm

This is such a sweet idea! I will have to start using this for my clients.

By the way, I’m Rachel. Missy Carl said you were good friends and led me toward your site. I love that you’re doing a separate blog for photographers. There are so many “photo snobs” out there, but you’re definitely not one of them.

You do great work and I look forward to stalking your blog at least weekly to learn more about the trade. ;o)

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Comment by B&C - The C Half

April 26, 2007 @ 12:34 pm

Jess……no wonder your clients love you! You treat them as well as you treat your family and friends. I’ve often thought of sending a small “thank you” gift to our clients, but I’ve never thought of actually buying something from the registry. After reading this it’s like a “DUH!” moment for me! :-)

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