So, I just got back from vacation and I thought why not update you guys:
(have a picture from my vacation to Sweden.)
September is around the corner meaning that the countdown will start.
From September 1st it will be 30 Days until I'm officially done at my retail job at Nedgame and will be working full-time for SGI Creations.
So, what have I done in the meantime? And what's the Game plan?
What have I done?:
Found an Accountant:
I've been handling my finances solo for a while (basically like everything else), but I figured it was time to bring in some professional help. I found an awesome accountant called Book King. I gave them a call to explain more about their business and it aligned with what I was looking for! and now they are going to make sure my numbers are all in order and save me from any financial headaches down the road!
Commission update:
After some time, I have managed to update all my commissions! (mostly-). I have been exploring various platforms to effectively promote and showcase my commissions- My friends suggested 2 platforms V-Gen (W.I.P.) and Ko-Fi Ko-fi is amazing, Easy to use, and it's connected to my twitch! I set it up in no time and that shocked me because V-Gen on the other hand is still a Mess- It has so many more options for commissions that I properly need to sit down and go through everything! once that's done I have 2 Commission platforms to promote my work on!
The official SGI Office! I feel so lucky. Thanks to my husband and his family I have a bigger workspace to store and make products. I'll be moving most of my stock there and the plan is to visit it every Monday to pack orders! It makes me so excited and gives me a huge inspiration boost!
Mijn tafel gouda!
Yes, You hear that right, SGI Creations is back at Mijn Tafel in Gouda Momentarily it's planned until the 28th of September! But- Highly considering to extend it- Or to try 'Heb ik via' A similar concept store like Mijn Tafel. I'll eventually upload a poll on Discord and Instagram to hear what you'd like.
Now the plan for the future:
There are a couple of points that I plan to focus on, and honestly, this list may expand as new ideas come to mind:
FOCUS ON STICKER CLUB - NSFW! And SFW
I have a significant backlog that I must clear before October. This means that in September, I will be putting in a lot of effort to create new stickers and mini prints for the Spicy collection.
IMPROVE ORDER PACKAGING SKILLS!
It's true, that I haven't been great at packaging orders, but thanks to my husband, I've been getting better! Now it's time to improve my shipping process.
Introduce more products:
Clothing, stickers, prints, enamel pins, notebooks, tote bags, collector card sleeves, and more - there are so many possibilities... just need more funds.
Prepare for upcoming conventions!
I have a great lineup for the months ahead - October, November, and December! Gameforce, Comic Con Holland, Made in Asia BE, FACTS BE, and Heroes Dutch Comic Con - all set!
UPGRADE THE CONVENTION BOOTH!
Making it look more demure... and it will be very mindful...
BIRTHDAY STREAM/ SGI ANNIVERSARY
Finally, I will have the time to host a proper birthday stream/subathon!
That's all for now - Not quite as rambling, but still enjoyable to read!
Thank you all for the support... it really means a lot to me
Much love,
Shannen Balje
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