The Power of Small Business Teamwork                                  

Today I have been thinking a lot about small businesses and how hard we work just to keep our head above water.  Who knew there would be so much more to owning a small business than just being passionate?  Don't get me wrong, if you are going to start your own business, PASSION is what you need.  Passion will continue to drive you even in the down times and trust me, there will be down times.  Today I will be sharing my passion about why Peacock Pottery is special and introduce you to some FANTASTIC small businesses. 

What is special about  Peacock Pottery and why should you and your friends support us? 

1.  Customer Service:  I worked many years in retail and the biggest complaint I hear from friends is BAD customer service.  According to studies, if you receive bad customer service, you will share it with 15 people, but if you receive good customer service, you will only tell 5 people.  With that being said, I would rather 5 people know about the outstanding customer service at Peacock Pottery then trying to fix the bad comments from unsatisfied customers. I believe in outstanding customer service!

At Peacock Pottery , my promise to you - the customer, is to always have the best selection of products and patterns, competitive pricing, great customer service, timely communications, interesting & fun articles, discounts and occasional giveaways.  

In small business everyone needs Cheerleeder's and I am here to give a BIG shoutout! .  We need others that are just as passionate about their businesses as we are about our own, we need referrals, media buzz etc.  These all drive sales and get people excited about what we do, what our friends do and they want to learn more and support the businesses! 

Now, I would like to introduce you to some of my fellow small business friends, they each carry the same passion for selling outstanding products and providing great customer service.  Please visit their sites to see what wonderful products they offer. 

Mommy Perks

Although the Mommy Perks website was founded back in 2005, it’s taken several years to become fully rooted. As most small business owners know, swimming upstream is a battle we must embrace. Our hope is to reach the ocean where more options, variety and findings await; and where the waters are calmer and less challenging.

After two solid years of website rebuilding, SEO focus, content additions and parenting/business tips, Mommy Perks has finally landed in the ocean.

With a loyal set of members, readers, fans, twitter followers and clients, the Mommy Perks team has become a tight knit community: parents, grandparents, business owners and more. We love welcoming new folks to the fold and look forward to continued relationships, long term friendships and small business teamwork.

Here are a few of the businesses you’ll find on the Mommy Perks site , each working together to support the rest:

Little Journey’s World :  

This website focuses on offering multicultural products for babies, children and parents. Many products are hand made by Caroline and are highly affordable. From gift bags and aprons to credit card holders and onesies – there’s something special here, no doubt. Check out the Western Line, also!

Crafty Baby : 

Hand made clutch balls, nap packs, bibs, blankets, art smocks and more. Jill has been sewing since the age of 4, when her grandmother began teaching her the trade. Wholesale and bulk discounts are available for business owners, shops and licensed child care facilities.

Slimy Bookworm :

This mother-son run website lists books for children ages birth-12. Everything has been deemed family friendly by Bola and her partner in business. Board books, picture books and chapter books – you’ll find them here. A portion of all proceeds are donated to inner-city literacy efforts.

GagaGouGou : 

Are you looking for top notch clothing, cloth diapering products, toys and shoes? Iris has done the research for you and has listed the best-of-the-best. This online boutique stocks high quality, useful products with an eco-friendly focus.

Freckles Crafts : 

Do your kids or students love crafts? Do you find it time consuming to create, cut and organize the projects? Rebecca has taken care of the muss and fuss! Each kit comes ready-to-make so there’s no waste left behind. 

Find Me Book : 

Move over “Where’s Waldo?” A new search-and-find book has emerged! Choose 6 images and 11 scenes: soft cover or hard cover. Kinzie created this personalized concept after seeing her children hiding behind shelves in the family garage. “Ah hah!” The light bulb went on and Find Me Book was born.  {A Find Me Book was recently shipped to Christina Applegate, for her new daughter Sadie}

Peacock Pottery : 

Are you seeking a lovely, hand painted, unique gift or housewarming present? Leah is one of a handful of people, in the USA, selling this line of pottery – direct from Poland. Collector pieces, dinnerware and jewelry; you’ll find it here!

The Boys Store : 

Boy, oh boy. With so many girly websites and businesses on the market, where do you go to find something just for the BOYS? Suzanne can tell you: The Boy’s Store! Books, accessories, shoes and clothing – name brand products at affordable prices. 

Barefoot Books :

Are you seeking books that teach your children about science, culture, the arts and more? Barefoot Books offers a collection of stories that are TV-character-free. Holiday and theme-related books are also available. Email Amy for a discount code!

Stella & Dot : 

From stylish and classy to bold and stand-out, this jewelry line is loved by teens, mothers, grandmothers and many celebrities. Tracy began selling this line after a job loss, in order to create income for her family. She is now an ever growing sales Rep, speaker and trunkshow host.

Stop by Mommy Perks to find more small businesses and products: where we work together to help each other succeed!

I will continue to support small businesses, will you?